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COPP memorial / Hayling Island added to Coastal Scenery in South East by macspite on 24/06/2021

The memorial is a lump of granite (like one of Obelixe's menhirs) on a mound. It commemorates the Combined Operations Pilotage Parties who were based on Hayling during WW2. The unit was formed to develop the use of canoes in warfare, the most famous example of which were the exploits of the "Cockleshell Heroes".

https://www.discoverhayling.co.uk/copp-heroes

The monument is in one of the seafront car parks with toilets and an ice cream kiosk nearby. The less good news is that the local council considers £6 to park as good for their budget. Also, in summer and with the sun out the beach area becomes very overcrowded. Best visited outside the hours 09:00 to 18:00

/there is a wee narrow gauge railway that "runs" along parallel to the shore - tripod mode is best for matching speed of drone and train. The front offers views over to the Isle of Wight, toward Bognor and along the Solent toward Southampton.

There are 2 pubs, a good chippy and a couple of restaurants within walking istance

This is within the infamous, imaginary and spurious "No Fly Zone" promoted by a website that we do not name. If anyone suggests you should not be flying respond brisjly and with forceful language.

The land is administered by Havant Borough Council. At time of writing (24/06/21) there are no by-laws in force to prevent flying.

Be aware that both Military and Coastguard helicopters often overfly this area at low altitude, model aircraft and other drones may be present and paramotor pilots may fly at 30 feet or less "practising landing"

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Co-ordinates: 50.78346, -0.977692 • what3words: ///overhead.rescue.nudge
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 16/06/2020. 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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Sackville College, Mid Sussex (By grandad1950)

Sackville college in East Grinstead is a grade 1 listed building. It is a charity providing Alms Houses for the local elderly. Check their website for opening times to visit.

East Grinstead high street, just a few minutes away, is also worth a visit for its many historic buildings

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Co-ordinates: 51.12459, -0.004021 • what3words: ///safety.pinks.jumps
Garn For and Trefor Quarry, Gwynedd (By AlbionDrones)

An exposed site with the hill of Garn For being half half-erased by the workings of the now-defunct Trefor Granite Quarry.

Free Car park about 2 miles from the quarry, with a fair climb up to the pass at Garn For before then descending 800ft to the quarry buildings - along reasonable paths for walking but not wheelchair friendly, and there is a gate to walk around at one point. We flew from one of the upper galleries, meaning we didn't descend the other 500ft to the main buildings, but we could see them well enough. If the weather had been less windy, and I could have flown the AVATA's, then I would have made the long walk down and back up, but no point when it was too windy.

Stunning views of the North Wales coast, Llyn peninsula and Snowdonia, and a fairly impressive quarry to fly around - including an abandoned piece of machinery or two and some rather cool quarry buildings lower down.

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Co-ordinates: 52.98486, -4.439802 • what3words: ///tint.crimson.matter
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

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