Mere Morgan's Ridge
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Wind directions:
WNW,NW,NNW
Location:
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Permission:
Avon members only
Site Officer:
Simon Twiss
Restrictions:
MID WEEK ONLY! We have no permission to fly at weekends/bank holidays when the site is busy with model flyers. Only fly for the purpose of launching for XC flights. Restricted to hours 11am - 5.30pm
Lat, Long:
51.117545 N 2.282830 W
Launch height (ft)
755
Grid ref:
ST 803 354
Height TTB (ft)
185
Take off
Anywhere along the ridge. The far end is best when the wind is WNW. The site is shared with model fliers so establish a 'shared airspace' agreement before taking off.
Local Flying
If the wind direction is to the left of Alfred's Tower it is better to fly the Spencer's Bowl (SW bowl). Remember that this is a new site, so treat it with respect and share your experience of flying it with other pilots and the club committee.
XC Flying
Be aware of gliders flying from the Kingston Deverill Glider Field behind the ridge to the SE (shown on airmaps as "The Park"). After that there is no significant airspace downwind until you reach the Solent block. 65km+ should be possible to Swanage.
Top Landing
The top landing area is huge and clear of any obstructions.
Bottom Landing
There is no agreed bottom landing. The ridge is steep but slope side landing should present no difficulties for paragliders provided the decision is made early. Avoid getting to low due to the abundance of bushes and small trees.
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