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ENE - ESE |
Wrynose Pass |
Key Facts
Status : | OK | ||
IMPORTANT - Restrictions on use | . To clarify, we were once asked to call in to the farm, this is now not required and this situation can remain this way if we fly responsibly avoiding stock. The landing areas have been amended, taking out the old field landing options, which in turn has allowed us to fully open this site. 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). . |
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Last Updated : | 04/06/2023 at 15:42 by Rick Livingstone | ||
Wind : | ENE - ESE | Nil Wind : | N |
Grid Ref : | NY279030 | Height (AMSL) : | 1600' / 488m |
Site Code : | 17.084 | Top to Bottom : | 1100' - 700' / 336m - 214m |
Location
Central Lakes - W of Ambleside
Details
A stunningly spectacular site with the bonus of a road to the top (a short walk up may be necessary in lighter winds). Can be turbulent in strong winds if not a due easterly. A good site to begin exploring the Coniston and Langdale fells.
Site Officer
John Westall : 07884 037144
Access
Postcode for Sat Nav Systems
LA22 9PE
Fell Foot Farm.
Getting There
Approach from the south west 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.
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.
Permission to use site
Fell Foot Farm.
Briefing
Additional Safety Notes
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 T.O. 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.