Chilterns & South East
Monksdown
The close proximity of the trees behind the road can give the illusion that the wind is stronger than it really is. Launch here is pretty straight forward. Allow enough distance between you and the top fence in case of difficulties during a launch.
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Before you goJune 2020: AVOID flying here, as the local clubs are in the process of renegotiationg access with the landowner(s). Do NOT jeopardize these efforts!!!
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From Shaftesbury take the A30 towards Salisbury, drive through Ludwell and take the right hand turn signed for Ashmore (Dennis Lane). Take the next left and follow signs to Rushmore. From Salisbury, take the A30 Shaftesbury Road. Turn off left toward Berwick St. John. Drive through the village and turn right opposite the Talbot Inn. The road bends sharp right and follows a stream on the left. Bear left up the hill, at the top turn right. You are now driving above Monk’s down.
The site has been known to be turbulent on strong Northerly days owing to the ridge out in front. There is also a possibility of rotor from the Winklebury ridge when the wind is off to the east, particularly to the east side of the ridge. As with most bowls if the wind is off the hill, it is possible for it to be dragged up the slope giving the impression it is on. Look for direction indicators ou
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