South West
Bell Hill
Launch in front of the windsock or anywhere south along the ridge. Be sure you are far enough down the hill that you will not get dragged into parked cars or the fence if you fluff the launch. On busy days ensure the air is clear above you before pulling up your wing. Please ensure hang-gliders have plenty of room to launch when present. It is possible to launch directly into the bowl on light days or when the wind is more northerly. It is advisable not to use this launch on busy days to avoid the risk of collision.
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Before you goIf ground conditions are suitable and your vehicle and you are capable drive to the top of the track. Park off the track along the fence line. On busy days by parking nose or tail to the fence more vehicles can be accommodated than parking side on. Alternatively, park on the road side on the Bullbarrow side of the entrance gate and well off the road (on the west side) Tractors towing attachments often use this road so do not obstruct it. If the road side is busy we have permission to park in the
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Travelling from either Stuminster Newton or Blandford drive into Shillingstone on the A357. From Blandford look out for the war memorial on your right, now take the next left turn signed for Okeford Fitzpaine. If travelling from Sturminster this turn will be the first right hand turn after entering the village. Drive to Okeford Fitzpaine, pass the church set back on the left until you reach a ‘Y’ and ‘T’ junction. Take the left side of the ‘Y’ and turn left at the â&#
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Probably the biggest hazard on this site is other pilots. On a good summers day, particularly when the wind is light, and everyone is trying to fly in thermic cycles. Things can get crowded and a little manic. Please ensure that you know the collision avoidance rules, and use them. There are times when some politeness and plain etiquette come into play. If you feel uncomfortable in a crowded sky,
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