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Longcraig Scout Water Activity Centre added to Bridges in Scotland by stubbyd on 31/12/2019

Access is via a very unmade road so if you value your car - walk.

I'll also add, this is just outside the Edinburgh FRZ and you decide i you want to fly. For my part, the app didn't warn that I couldn't and didn't even mention it was near by. During my flight I also witnessed a plane flying down the firth itself but well above 400ft - however I'm certain that won't stop teh UFO^h^h^h drone spotters from reporting you.

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Co-ordinates: 55.99389, -3.373345 • what3words: ///verbs.duty.tent

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Bolnore Village (By grandad1950)

Bolnore village was created from scratch over the last 30 or so years. The roads are a rabbit warren and easy to get lost.

A great sports / recreation centre with lots of space to fly. Lots of sports pitches that can be busy at the weekend.

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Co-ordinates: 50.98829, -0.116159 • what3words: ///

Nunnington Hall (By D0c.Col)

Nunnington Hall, an historic country house in North Yorkshire, England, is renowned for its picturesque setting along the River Rye. Managed by the National Trust, this stately home blends architectural charm, rich interiors, and centuries of history, making it a captivating destination for visitors.
The site has been occupied since medieval times, though the current structure primarily dates to the 16th and 17th centuries. A stone bridge over the river separates the grounds of the house from the village, and its name likely originates from a nunnery that predated the Norman Conquest and was dissolved around 1200. In the medieval era, the land was owned by St. Mary’s Abbey in York.
The house’s earliest surviving sections, now part of the west front, were built by William Parr, 1st Marquess of Northampton and brother of Queen Catherine Parr. After his estate was forfeited in 1553 for his role in attempting to place Lady Jane Grey on the throne, the property was leased to tenants. One notable tenant was Dr. Robert Huicke, physician to both Catherine Parr and Elizabeth I, though he never resided at Nunnington. The estate was managed by stewards, with the Norcliffe family, starting in 1583, making significant alterations over the next six decades.
Ownership of the manor changed hands multiple times. By 1655, Ranald Graham acquired it, succeeded by his nephew Sir Richard Graham, later Viscount Preston. The estate faced confiscation in 1689 due to Viscount Preston’s involvement in attempting to support James II, but it was later restored after his pardon. Following the 3rd Viscount Preston’s death in 1739, the property passed to relatives, eventually becoming part of the Norton Conyers Graham family. In 1839 it was purchased by William Rutson for a little over £152,000. His family used the property as a sporting lodge, and used Newby Wiske Hall in Northallerton as their main home.
In 1920, the hall was inherited by Margaret Rutson, who, along with her husband, undertook extensive renovations in the 1920s, under the architect Walter Brierley. Margaret bequeathed Nunnington Hall, its gardens, and a £25,000 property maintenance fund, about £900,000 at 2024 prices, to the National Trust in 1952.
Nunnington Hall reflects evolving tastes across generations. Its stone façade and mullioned windows convey understated Tudor elegance, while the interiors feature period furnishings, tapestries, and historic furniture. Notable among its treasures is the Carlisle Collection of intricately detailed miniature rooms.
Throughout the year, Nunnington Hall hosts a variety of events, including art exhibitions, family activities, and seasonal celebrations. On the day of my visit The Sealed Knot had been invited to ‘populate’ this historic building in order to illustrate what life would have been like there, in the 17th century, providing a glimpse of everyday life in those days gone by.
Nunnington Hall is steeped in history, and like many historic homes, it has its share of ghostly lore that intrigues visitors and adds an air of mystery to its stately halls. Among the most famous tales is that of The Grey Lady, a spectral figure said to wander the halls and grounds of the estate.
Legend suggests that the Grey Lady might be the spirit of a former servant or a member of the family who met a tragic end. She is often associated with feelings of melancholy or sadness, and some visitors and staff have reported glimpses of her in the shadows, or hearing faint, inexplicable sounds, like footsteps in empty rooms or the rustling of skirts.
Set within eight acres of organically managed grounds, the hall boasts formal walled gardens, an organic vegetable garden, orchards, and seasonal flowers. These gardens, along with the abundant wildlife that live amongst the meandering river, enhance the hall's serene rural setting.
Nunnington Hall stands as a captivating blend of history, beauty, and intrigue, inviting visitors to step back in time while exploring its storied past, enchanting gardens, and perhaps even a lingering whisper of its ghostly legends.

As it is a National Trust Property it is best to TOAL outside their boundary lines. See my TOAL and Parking pins for info.

It's pretty remote there so advise taking a comfort break before you go, unless of course you intend to go inside the hall, which I highly recommend.

There is a Yellow Aerodrome Warning Zone that encroaches on the site so be mindful of light aircraft in the area.

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Co-ordinates: 54.20661, -0.974326 • what3words: ///

Nightingale Lane Meadows (By grandad1950)

A large public open space and conservation area to the south of Burgess Hill West Sussex.

The historic Burgess Hill water tower is in the distance.

While there is lots of space to fly parking is mainly on the local roads as there is no dedicated car park.

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Co-ordinates: 50.94415, -0.138531 • what3words: ///

Burgess Hill Green Circle (By grandad1950)

Part of a 6 mile circular walking / biking route around Burgess Hill

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Co-ordinates: 50.95277, -0.158465 • what3words: ///enacts.fury.thudding

Gourdon (By Bluesjnr)

Fly from the lay-by on the A92 at the short dualed section.

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Co-ordinates: 56.82729, -2.287989 • what3words: ///sunflower.jams.listed

Whitby Abbey and Harbour (By D0c.Col)

Whitby is a fantastic place to visit, loads of parking (at a price @£8 for 4 hrs on my visit - see pin) and wonderful things to see and do. Obviously plenty of places to eat, but stay off the main streets for a cheaper dining experience. The Abbey is owned by English Heritage, so caution is required to fly there, but my TOALings were outside their perimeter so no issues.

Whitby Abbey and Harbour
At the heart of Whitby, lies its vibrant harbour that has developed over centuries, with human intervention building upon the natural estuary of the River Esk. Uniquely, the harbour mouth faces north, and its piers stretch east and west, creating one of the few UK spots where the sun rises and sets over the sea in summer.
The West Pier, accessible through an ornamental gate, commemorating Whitby’s seafaring tradition, has a scenic route that leads to the 80-foot-high lighthouse. You walk past capstans and mooring posts reminiscent of historic ship handling, evoking a time when ships were manually ‘warped’ or hauled into and out of the harbour by human effort. Local maritime character is enhanced by vessels like the Grand Turk, an old lifeboat, and a replica of Captain Cook’s Endeavour, which are frequently moored nearby.
Historically, Whitby’s location made it accessible mainly by sea due to the challenging North York Moors. Its natural harbour provided a safe haven along a dangerous 100-mile coastline between the rivers Tees and Humber. By the 1300s, traders from across Europe were visiting Whitby, primarily due to its famous abbey and its lucrative salt herring export. The abbey itself, founded in the 7th century, thrived until it was dissolved under Henry VIII. Its ruins later inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and they remain a landmark maintained by English Heritage.
The harbour was Whitby’s lifeline. People often said, “the only road to Whitby is the sea,” due to the challenges posed by the surrounding North York Moors until the first turnpike road was established in 1764. Unlike other towns that developed around a market square, Whitby’s heart has always been its harbour. The bottle-shaped estuary of the River Esk provided the only natural harbour along the 100-mile stretch of perilous coastline between the rivers Tees and Humber. By the early 1300s, merchants from overseas were regularly visiting Whitby to trade with its prosperous abbey. Over time, the harbour was expanded with quays, a bridge, and a pier to shield it from the North Sea. Salt herring was the main export, while imported goods included wine and supplies for the abbey. Notably, coal was shipped to the abbey from Sunderland as early as 1392, marking the beginning of a trade that would later drive Whitby’s prosperity.
Whitby Abbey itself, founded as a Christian monastery in the 7th century and later a Benedictine abbey, was a prominent center within the medieval Northumbrian kingdom, situated on the East Cliff above Whitby, it had flourished for centuries as a center of learning. However, the abbey and its assets were seized by the crown during the Dissolution of the Monasteries and was eventually destroyed by Henry VIII in 1540. Since then, the abbey’s ruins have served as a navigational landmark for sailors.
Soon after it’s destruction it was acquired by Sir Richard Cholmley and remained in his family’s possession until eventually passing to the Strickland family, who in turn transferred it to the UK government in 1920. Now managed by English Heritage, the ruins have endured, even surviving considerable damage in December 1914 when German battlecruisers shelled it during a raid that also targeted Scarborough and Hartlepool. The attack, aimed at the Coastguard Station, caused significant damage to the abbey buildings in a brief ten-minute assault.
Today, Whitby’s harbour and abbey ruins continue to draw visitors, celebrating the town’s rich maritime and cultural history.

Enjoy!

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Co-ordinates: 54.48854, -0.607896 • what3words: ///dumplings.extensive.clutches

Whinlatter Forrest (By AlbionDrones)

Parking on the layby gives great views and a place for a roadside TOAL to then capture the views along the valley and up the pass.

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Co-ordinates: 54.60949, -3.204993 • what3words: ///infringe.frogs.rebel

Clayton Church West Sussex (By grandad1950)

The 11th century church in the village of Clayton has wall paintings dating from the 12th century.

It is a grade 1 listed building.

Close by are the Jack and Jill Windmills and the South Downs National Park

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Co-ordinates: 50.91014, -0.153308 • what3words: ///movies.posts.passively

Sawley Marina (By Airlessmean)

I rang ATC and they were happy with the flight as it was just outside the FRZ.

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Co-ordinates: 52.87175, -1.303242 • what3words: ///dome.tricycle.crab

Chatsworth House, Bakewell (By D0c.Col)

Chatsworth House is one of England's most famous stately homes, set in the heart of the Peak District in Derbyshire, England. Known for its grand architecture, extensive art collection, and beautifully landscaped gardens, it has been the seat of the Cavendish family (the Dukes of Devonshire) since 1549. The current grade I listed building has been chosen several times as Britain's favourite country house and in 2011it underwent a 2 year £14-million restoration. The owner is the Chatsworth House Trust, an independent charitable foundation formed in 1981, on behalf of the Cavendish family.

I parked some distance from the estate as I was on a circular walk, but would suggest Calton Lees carpark (about £5 fee) is only a short walk away along the Derwent Valley Way public path. I've marked my TOAL points and had a spotter or two assisting.

The house, is an awesome place to visit with all the usual amenities and I can't recommend it enough!

I don't thing recreational flying is high on the Trust's list of visitors things to do (or not in it at all) so be aware and fly cautiously.

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Co-ordinates: 53.22858, -1.611857 • what3words: ///decisions.shook.snapping


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