Works in N NE E SE NWLong Mynd & Midlands
Blorenge
Vehicular access to take-off is restricted to approved permit holders only. Access for all other pilots is by foot only (a long carry up). The SE take-off is shallow. The NE Bowl is a committed take-off, and can be turbulent. Hang gliders should use a nose man whenever possible. Hang gliders should always take-off from the very edge of the bowl, even in nil wind. The Northwest take-off is quite friendly.
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Before you goFlying: A committed site which can accommodate 30 plus gliders when conditions are good, but less than 5 gliders if conditions deteriorate. The site to go to in light winds. It also has tremendous potential for triangle and out and return flights. Other rules: All enclosed fields on the mountain are strictly out of bounds. This is a site of Special Scientific Interest - treat it with respect. Dogs are not permitted on the hill. Site status: Open site - This site may be flown by suitably insured
Working window
NW–SE
Context only, never a go-call
Open-Meteo
From Abergavenny on the B4269, or from Llanfoist or Blaenavon on the B4246. Park only in the car parks, do not park on the roads, verges or passing places.
Hazards: Beware of High voltage power lines in the valley, and rotor behind take-off.
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The local club
This site is looked after by its local BHPA club, who hold the full guide, photos and contacts.
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