Bleansley
South Lakes - nr Broughton-in-Furness
SE
Overview
This site is very rarely flown and is one for the pilot who has got bored with everywhere else.
A clean take off area and a short but pleasant ridge.
One big plus is its proximity to the "Manor" in Broughton; best ales in the world!
Important!
Restrictions as imposed by the farm.
Local pilot rep: Keith Paterson, 07841056727
Access
Car park OS grid ref: SD206890
Getting There
A595 to High Cross. Turn right on A593 to Coniston. After 3.5 km turn left and left again at Lane End; a minor road leads down across valley to the Lower Bleansley Farm (a map is useful).
Getting to takeoff
Directly up front of hill above the farm.
An alternative is to walk up the back of hill from the Duddon valley.
Permission to use site
Flying
Hazards
Can be rough as air comes over rising ground before the ridge.
Paragliding
Few reports from PG pilots but is said to be anywhere between OK and rough.
Hang Gliding
Not really worth the carry ... go to the pub instead (see above). Alternatively, go to the High Cross Inn, buy a drink and, from their balcony, watch someone else carry up.
XC potential
Limited potential but would be a good challenge to get to the Combe; getting back would be even better!
