Wrynose Pass
Central Lakes - West of Ambleside
ENE - ESE
Overview
A stunningly spectacular site with the bonus of a road to the top (a short walk up may be necessary in lighter winds).
A good site to begin exploring the Coniston and Langdale fells.
Important!
Please respect the request for no dogs!
The farmer has asked us to keep well clear of hay and silage fields.
This shouldn't be a problem as most flights end above the intake wall.
A bird of prey nests near the site (buzzard?).
Several wings have been damaged (2020 & 2023).
Strong likelihood of attack if you hang round near the site, especially in the nesting season (Apr, May, Jun).
Access
Car Park OS Grig Ref: NY277027
Getting There
Approach from the SW via the Dunnerdale valley or from the east via Little Langdale.
Getting to takeoff
Take off can be just in front of the parking area or via a short walk 200' / 80m higher on the ridge to the north.
Permission to use site
Flying
Hazards
The site becomes increasingly turbulent if wind goes more than 20 degrees off the hill.
Beware of this as it has caught pilots out and has resulted in accidents.
Also be vigilent for the sea-breeze that will come in over the back!
Paragliding
Beware penetration problems over the higher peaks.
Land at the bottom of the bowl 700'/ 225m below take off or by the side of the road leading up to pass ( below Hollins Slack).
Hang Gliding
In light winds it is usual to carry to the higher take off.
XC potential
Limited to the west but good potential to use as a starting point to explore the Coniston or Langdale fells when conditions allow.
