5280ft Mile High Gliding Flight - Warwickshire
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About the experience
This exclusive members' club offers exhilarating gliding experiences at Warwickshire's Bidford Airfield, nestled in the picturesque Vale of Evesham. Conveniently accessible from Birmingham, Worcester, Gloucester, Cheltenham, and Stratford-upon-Avon, this is the ultimate destination for Midlands thrill-seekers. Imagine the breathtaking vistas from the glider, stretching from the Severn Estuary to the Cotswold Hills. The sheer beauty and tranquillity will leave you spellbound, regardless of how far your gaze reaches. At this Evesham club, you can embark on a Mile-high glider experience, where you'll be towed and released at an astounding 5280ft above the ground. Yes, that's a whole mile! Discover the remarkable phenomenon of finding 'lift' in specific air conditions, allowing you to ascend beyond the release point without any motorised power onboard. The gliders in Warwickshire feature a tandem configuration, providing an unobstructed view of the River Avon, Bidford, and Evesham below. Seize the best seat in the house with the student in the front cockpit and the pilot instructor behind. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this active member-operated gliding club at Warwickshire's Bidford Airfield, where exceptional flying conditions and awe-inspiring views await.
- Soar away from Bidford Airfield in Warwickshire
- Glide over the stunning Vale of Evesham
- Tug launch up to a mile high (5280ft)
- All flights include 28-day club membership
- Experience the joy of silent gliding with a qualified flight plot
- Welcome introduction and safety briefing
- Spectacular view of the Cotswold Hills and surrounding countryside
- The option to come back within the following 28 days and participate as a member
Mile High Flight
- Launch height to 5280ft (one mile) with a flight duration of around 40 minute
Information
- No minimum age but there is a minimum height of 4ft 6ins
- Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
- Maximum height 6'3"
- Maximum weight 16 stone
- Saturdays and Sundays
- Please note this experience is weather dependent
Minimum Age: 6 years
Minimum Height: 140.00 cm
Maximum Height: 192.00 cm
- All instructors are BGA approved to teach gliding experiences at this airfield
- Annie's café is available on site providing a range of refreshments, snacks and meals
- There are plenty of local amenities and attractions for you and your family nearby and many local B&B's within easy reach of the airfield
- With the beautiful Cotswold villages nearby and Stratford upon Avon just minutes away, why not make a weekend of your glider experience?
- Spectators are welcome to come and watch
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