matt_k Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 A bunch of us are looking to go away for a few days maybe more...in the new year to a place where we can camp and fly xc to breath taking scenery and maybe over some historic places either in the uk or maybe france belgium??? Any suggestion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 It would have to be 1 of 3 places in the uk for me Cornwall Wales or Scotland..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapper Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 There is a guy in Longframlington, nr Alnwick in the n.east. He has log cabins u can stay in and fly off his field over to coast and fly fantastic beaches and castles around Seahouses. (also owns local pub) Us Lancashire flyers normally go each year, top venue. If ur interested can get contact no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_k Posted December 28, 2011 Author Share Posted December 28, 2011 Yes that sounds like i good option! can i have the number and location thanks you old slapper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukebanks1 Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 This sounds like just what I'm after. I'll be in for sure. Any idea of dates? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Not sure about camping this time of the year.....But i am up for this!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 is this the area? http://www.bing.com/maps/?v=2&cp=55.415 ... orm=LMLTCC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Wales has more in the way of beaches cliff's hill's mountains.... Beautiful XC potential...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_k Posted December 28, 2011 Author Share Posted December 28, 2011 I designate Morgy for team leader So when we going then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapper Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 That's the place Outkast. Bit of a hike but worth it, field to fly from few hunded yards from log cabins, great beaches, Boulmer, Alnwick and other castles, Holy Island and good freindly pub. Culture shock for southeners but you'll soon get the hang of it. Lemmings been a few times if you need more info. Contact Terry - 01665 570502. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 I designate Morgy for team leader So when we going then Hey your idea!!!!! i just came up with a suggestion. Personally i would wait until the weather warms up a bit... april may time??? I would love to do the mt snowden flight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_k Posted December 28, 2011 Author Share Posted December 28, 2011 Get the ball rollin on Snowdon Morgy Count me in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivefreeman Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Cool nice one Morgy im in as well. When you start organising it can you make sure my room has a nice view Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Im in, thanks for organising it Morgy, we will buy you a beer first pub we go to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_k Posted December 28, 2011 Author Share Posted December 28, 2011 What are the room arrangements Morgy?i dont wanna be put with anyone that snores! what are the dates and how much is it gonna cost?, and what time and where we flying from? Let us know asap Morgy! Im getting excited now P.s im allergic to goose down pillows, and if there is a option on the breakfast i will go full english but toast no fried slice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 oh and if theres an option for a full english, can you make sure the beans are heinz and not happy shopper, they just dont taste the same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helimed01 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Anyone fancy the Ultra Light Single Seat rally USSR based at Sywell aerodrome 2012? Dates to be confirmed. Here is last years info http://www.bmaa.org/pwpcontrol.php?pwpID=2404 Basically you have 50 hours to fly as far away from the aerodrome and return within the 50 hours. 4 parts to the comp 1 furthest away and return 2 most accumulated miles 3 longest leg 4 most number of out landings. I've competed in this for the past 2 years however I want to treat it like a group bivouac in 2012 rather than a drive to win. Ie take off mid morning on the Saturday with a group consisting of a mix of all competence levels and experience, helping each other to fly xc on a planned route, land / camp near pubs or wherever. Land Back at Sywell on the Monday morning 50 hours after take off. Keep it relaxed and fun Rather than competitive. What do you think? I will attach my 2011 story when I get around to writing it. Regards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukebanks1 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Snowden is a good one - did it last year with my brother. I'm also up for braving the NE Come on Morgy, when we going then Whitters that is a cracking idea - lets hope for better weather in 2012! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Snowden is a good one - did it last year with my brother.I'm also up for braving the NE Come on Morgy, when we going then Whitters that is a cracking idea - lets hope for better weather in 2012! Yes up for that Whitters.... Again better weather next time!!! Luke will ring you when i return to the uk.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haze Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 I'm up for this - if the winds ever drop! New years resolution is to fly more and not miss out on the big adventures...So count me in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukebanks1 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Ok, I've been in touch with Paul Haxby who I went with last time. He runs regular flying holidays to the area and has flown Snowdon many times - his experience will be invaluable. He has a friend with excellent accommodation and the perfect take off site for a Snowdon mission. He has agreed to run a flying trip for us. I'm getting excited Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivefreeman Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Im deffo up for the ussr and the wales trip.. Where do i sign !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilzy Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Crikey I go away for a week and all this happens well im in for the Wales trip is Morgy organising this then lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukebanks1 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Going to wait for Morgy to get back to the UK (first week of Jan) before we firm up plans. gonna be good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Im in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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