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Haweswater Reservoir added to Lakes and Reservoirs in North West by MTLakes on 25/09/2021

Parking is in certain areas & at the very end of the road but be aware this is a very narrow road barely wide enough for 2 cars.

Land owner permission not required.

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Co-ordinates: 54.49412, -2.809796 • what3words: ///proper.closets.users
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 25/09/2021. It remains the responsibility of any pilot to check for any changes before flying at the same location.

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Conningbrook Lakes Country Park, Ashford (By grandad1950)

Just outside Ashford in Kent is Conningbrook lakes Country park.

Great views, lots of space to fly, fishing ,boating and kids playground make it a great place to visit.

A freezing cold morning but there just in time to see the sun rise.

Land owner permission requirements unknown.

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Co-ordinates: 51.15422, 0.905479 • what3words: ///atom.valley.recall
St Mary's Church, Portchester, Hampshire, Fareham (By CJLL)

I was requested to capture some Aerial Footage for the Church's Website. This footage was both the Church and the Castle. This was part of my 'giving' to the Church. The Church is under the care of the Parish. ([email protected])

Portchester Castle which is also within the Roman Fort is managed by English Heritage. I had permission from the Parish and English Heritage (via the Parish) for TOAL

Land owner permission obtained.

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Co-ordinates: 50.8367, -1.113567 • what3words: ///stones.shed.chest
Knowl Hill, Rochdale (By andywailes)

Park adjacent to Ashworth Valley on Edenfield Road.

Wind farm and Knowl Hill has great views over Rochdale and you can see the Manchester skyline.

Land owner permission requirements unknown.

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Co-ordinates: 53.64791, -2.240201 • what3words: ///remit.mainly.arts
Baxter Park, Dundee (By outRAGEis)

No restrictions or permissions. Baxter Park is a large 38 acre popular city centred site TOAL was early in the morning, during the working week, with only a few people about. parking is easy on all 4 sides of the park and is free, just be respectful of local residents parking. Morgan Academy lies very nearby, so access can be tight during school hours, other than that it's easy parking year round.

Land owner permission not required.

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Co-ordinates: 56.47169, -2.950626 • what3words: ///belong.feast.task
Harbour, Amble, Alnwick (By liberator24)

Amble harbour. TOAL from breakwater

Land owner permission not required.

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Co-ordinates: 55.33875, -1.573534 • what3words: ///shelving.bookmark.runner
Pendeen Lighthouse (By liberator24)

Pendeen Lighthouse was built in 1900, and was automated in 1995. TOAL from adjacent car park.

Land owner permission not required.

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Co-ordinates: 50.16497, -5.671638 • what3words: ///grandson.graphic.subway
Gwennap Pit, Carrick (By liberator24)

Gwennap Pit, Cornwall has been used for preaching since 1762. The pit is 50 feet, and was probably caused by collapsed mine workings. TOAL from the side of the pit.

Land owner permission not required.

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Co-ordinates: 50.21714, -5.173262 • what3words: ///shift.direction.intrigued
Great Chishill Windmill, South Cambridgeshire (By liberator24)

Great Chishill windmill is one of only seven open trestle windmills in the UK. I took some drone shots for the committee who were undertaking a restoration of the building in 2019. Although I took off from the car park of the mill, TOAL is possible from the adjacent public highway.

Land owner permission not required.

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Co-ordinates: 52.0299, 0.058419 • what3words: ///rapid.conspired.hoot
Brancepeth Castle, Durham (By DJNelson)

Site has a public footpath to the east of the castle leading from the main entrance to the church. Parking available on or off site.

Emailed to ask permission weeks in advance but no reply.

Land owner permission requirements unknown.

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Co-ordinates: 54.73414, -1.654373 • what3words: ///disengage.holidays.reframe
Glyne Gap, Rother (By grandad1950)

Best seen from Galley Hill , the coast is a continuation of the shingle beach running from Hastings to Bexhill on Sea.

No free parking unless you fancy a bit of a walk up the hill, but great views of the surrounding area.

Land owner permission requirements unknown.

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Co-ordinates: 50.84121, 0.49746 • what3words: ///pirate.winter.flying

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