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Butser Summit added to Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in South East by AeroJ on 29/07/2024

Butser is nearly the highest bit of hill in Hampshire, and has spectacular views in all directions, even to the South coast on clear days.

It is open to the public all year round, although the car park is very expensive. But there are laybys on the road leading to it, so usually room in one of those.

We can fly in the adjacent fields fairly easily, but the best views are reserved for the very top, up by the transmitter tower. From here we can venture out along any of the downs and valleys that meet here.

There is flat ground for TOAL by the summit waypoint marker, and closer to the tower. We have to treat that tower with caution (don't let it come between you and your UAV) but its signals don't seem to screw with our machines if we keep a reasonable distance. It is about 120 ft high, so we can easily get above it.

There is sometimes other aerial activity here. Paragliders operate sometimes from the West side, and kite flyers might appear anywhere near the top. Passing small planes and RAF stuff like to fly quite close to the hill, so spotter a good idea here.

Just occasionally a cloud bank will appear in the early mornings UNDER the hill, with the summit only just emerging from it - if you are lucky enough to catch one of those days it's the easiest 'above clouds' shots you'll ever get !

Main danger is wind, which is much higher up here than at ground level, and this is a very exposed hill, with the A3 forming something of a wind tunnel leading to updrafts, and it can sometimes be difficult to descend on blowier days. Best place to do that is nearer the centre of the hill.

Lots of potential TOAL markers shown, but the 2 Southmost ones are at the base of the hill (better accessed via Queen Elizabeth Country Park Lower car park, then walk under the bridge and up to the left), where there are gently sloping greens up to the top, some wild horses, and the A3 very close to the right, so we need to keep away from that and only fly up the hill away from it. This is good on misty mornings.

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Co-ordinates: 50.97782, -0.980213 • what3words: ///pegs.secondly.budget

The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 29/07/2024. It remains the responsibility of any pilot to check for any changes before flying at the same location. Landowner permission may be required before taking off.

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Lochaline (By JoeC)

The small village of Lochaline, on the Morvern peninsula, lies at the mouth of Loch Aline. There are some lovely views out toward the Sound of Mull or up the loch itself. The village has a cafe or, if you want to push the boat out (excuse the pun) The Whitehouse Restaurant is very nice.

The ferry to Fishnish on the Isle of Mull runs hourly and is both a nice subject for a little video and a great way to get to Mull.

It's a bit of a drive to get to Lochaline, but it's worth it for the scenery and, if you take the time, there are plenty of spots to stop along the way for a quick flight.

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Co-ordinates: 56.53639, -5.775075 • what3words: ///medium.skate.framework

Blow's Downs, South Bedfordshire (By pcexpert)

Features include a disused quarry and medieval cultivation terraces.

In the early 20th century, commercial chalk extraction brought further, large changes to Blow's Downs. There is evidence of a limeworks on the Downs by 1901.

The Luton-Dunstable rail link, which opened in 1858, provided transportation of lime away from Blow's Down.

The British Portland Cement Manufacturing Company acquired the lease to the site, and were still running the works during the 1920s. Production ceased some time before the Second World War, with the chalk pit being used by the Home Guard as a training area.

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Co-ordinates: 51.88802, -0.487918 • what3words: ///broken.input.closet

Rempstone Woods and Stone Circle, Purbeck (By Prawntot)

Beautiful secluded woodland with the partial remains of a stone circle amongst the undergrowth. Lay-by and parking opportunity by woodland entrance.

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Co-ordinates: 50.63803, -2.00891 • what3words: ///mills.skill.open

Holy Trinity Church, Cuckfield, Mid Sussex (By grandad1950)

Holy Trinity church in Cuckfield West Sussex is a grade 1 listed building dating from the 11th century. It has a vast graveyard that is worth exploring. Lots of interesting small shops in the village along with a top ranked Cricket Team

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Co-ordinates: 51.0048, -0.143266 • what3words: ///mastering.await.party

Needles Eye Sandyhills, Dalbeattie Rural (By Toby999)

Needles Eye natural rock formation and Sandyhills beach and campsite.

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Co-ordinates: 54.87298, -3.732103 • what3words: ///scoop.issues.listings

Daer Reservoir, South Lanarkshire (By Zipco)

Daer Reservoir lies in the Lowther Hills of South Lanarkshire, Scotland. Constructed in the 1950s, it was designed to secure a reliable water supply for Lanarkshire and nearby regions. Holding around 9 billion gallons of water, the reservoir remains an important part of Scotland’s water network. The surrounding moorland and upland scenery make it a popular destination for walking, birdwatching, and angling. With wide views of the hills and a circular path tracing the shoreline, Daer combines practical purpose with natural beauty, serving both the communities it supplies and visitors who come to enjoy its quiet landscape.

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Co-ordinates: 55.36132, -3.61079 • what3words: ///camcorder.creatures.rucksack

Durisdeer Parish Church, Thornhill (By Zipco)

Durisdeer Village has a Parish Church (1720).

A peaceful country kirk with the spectacular Queensberry Marbles inside – elaborate marble monuments to the Dukes of Queensberry.

Just west of the village, look for the grassy earthworks of a Roman fortlet, dating to the Antonine period (2nd century AD).

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Co-ordinates: 55.31552, -3.744293 • what3words: ///airstrip.overlaid.incline

Glenbuck Loch, Cumnock Rural (By Zipco)

Glenbuck Loch is a small reservoir in East Ayrshire, Scotland, situated near the village of Glenbuck on the border with South Lanarkshire. Originally created in the 19th century to supply water for local industry and coal mining, the loch now sits in a quiet rural setting. The surrounding area is best known as the birthplace of legendary football manager Bill Shankly, and today the loch is valued for its natural scenery, walking opportunities, and historical connections to the once-thriving mining community.

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Co-ordinates: 55.53621, -3.975772 • what3words: ///slyly.correct.unless

Olton Friary RC Church, Solihull (By t0mroche)

Lovely building with a spire that can be seen from the surrounding area. Tried to obtain permission to take off from their car park but heard nothing back so went to the open green space behind the church

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Co-ordinates: 52.42618, -1.809627 • what3words: ///grid.causes.movies

Knocklinny Quay / St Ninnidh's Well (By Howard)

The Upper Lough Erne comprises a beautiful network of islands and channels not far from Enniskillen in Northern Ireland. At Knocklinny Quay there is a small car park and space to take off and fly over this spectacular region. Just upstream is the Crom Estate (NT) so this provides a hassle-free alternative.

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Co-ordinates: 54.23008, -7.573367 • what3words: ///exporters.carbon.jingles


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