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Pye Green BT Tower, Hednesford added to Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in West Midlands by D0c.Col on 21/09/2023

PYE GREEN BT TOWER
Staffordshire’s Pye Green BT Tower is a 96.9 metre (318 ft) tall telecommunication tower located at the Southern edge of the Cannock Chase AONB. The impressively large reinforced concrete structure, on a good day, can apparently be seen from as far away as the Southern Pennines and due to its height and distinctive appearance, is often used as a reference point for more local navigation.
Its combination of elevation and height give it line-of-sight to both the BT Tower in Birmingham and the Sutton Common in Cheshire and it is one of fourteen concrete telecommunication towers built in the UK that were constructed as components of the British Cold War "Backbone" radio communications network.
Various types of aerial have been used in the network's history. At first, prime-focus parabolic reflectors were used. In about 1960, dual-band horn aerials started to be used widely, and a few of these survive to the present day. They began to go out of fashion at the end of the 1960s, when types of parabolic antenna with improved performance replaced them, and as many of the towers were specifically designed for the distinctive horn type aerials, they do now look rather less imposing as a result.
That being said, and despite the tower certainly looking a little bereft of hardware at its summit than it did in the days of my youth, I am always happy to see it as I approach the Stafford Junction of the M6 Motorway after a long journey home.

TOAL was just off the road where there is a pull-in about 20m before the BT Tower gates on Broadhurst Green. A few metres in on the well established grass trail across the Southern end of Cannock Chase and you can see the top half of the tower. There is room for about 4 cars if parked properly, but of all the times I've ever been, there has only been 2.

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Co-ordinates: 52.73045, -2.021452 • what3words: ///unstated.mural.hounded
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 15/09/2023. 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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Dunraven Bay, Vale of Glamorgan (By Victoria_Graholska)

Dunraven Bay (Southerndown Beach), is a scenic beach in South Wales featuring a sandy shore, rich fossil-hunting rock pools, and historic walled gardens.

It's a beautiful place to spend entire day there walking, enjoying the views, have a picnic and for any water activities.

Flying drone is a sheer joy as it reveals breathtaking views of the cliffs, which were formed in the various historic times and are so unique.

Walled gardens add a special character to the place.

There is a parking for which you will be asked to pay £5 in cash, ample parking further up the hills, toilets and accessible toilets were open and well maintained.

Snack Shop was closed so can't comment on that. It's about 20 minute walk towards Ogmore Beach where you will find nice place to eat called West Farm Southerndown Coastal Retreat.

Thoroughly enjoyed this location!

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Co-ordinates: 51.44734, -3.60876 • what3words: ///habits.detail.charmingly
Home park, Plymouth (By grandad1950)

Home of Plymouth Argyle , the team I followed as a kid growing up in Plymouth.

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Co-ordinates: 50.38817, -4.151287 • what3words: ///worry.create.wing
St Marys Shipley, Horsham (By grandad1950)

A 12th century parish church in the West Sussex village of Shipley is a grade 1 listed building. Just a few minutes away is Shipley windmill.

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Co-ordinates: 50.98426, -0.370062 • what3words: ///humid.copes.gobbling
Cromer Pier (By akey_uk)

Jewel of the North Norfolk Coast

Park in the main town and take a short walk to the pier and down onto the beach for TOAL. lots of space on a quiet day, and some beautiful views of the coast, pier and town.

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Co-ordinates: 52.93382, 1.301494 • what3words: ///oxidation.meanest.plugs
Loch Maree Viewpoint, Poolewe, Ross and Cromarty South West (By AlbionDrones)

Stunning views over Loch Maree from just outside Poolewe.

It is inside the RAF Low Flying area, so please do get permission or fly outsdide of operational hours.

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Co-ordinates: 57.74982, -5.596287 • what3words: ///conquests.rift.wording
St George's West Grinstead, Horsham (By grandad1950)

The ancient St Georges parish church in West Grinstead in West Sussex
dates from the 11th century and is a grade 1 listed building

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Co-ordinates: 50.9735, -0.333511 • what3words: ///defensive.hopping.yelled
Ogmore-by-Sea, Vale of Glamorgan (By Victoria_Graholska)

Beautiful spot for flying and after a long research to make sure it's safe and legal I have decided to give it a go. There is so much more to see in this location including walking all the way up to the Ogmore Castle - and we went there before just without a drone and in another direction you will find a Dunraven Bay with a castle (or a footprint of the castle) I'm not too sure as we didn't get past the parking gate due to only cash accepted.
Parking is available and the earlier you arrive the better

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Co-ordinates: 51.46029, -3.636329 • what3words: ///ulterior.ozone.third
Conderton Camp, Wychavon (By gasbag43)

If you are searching for an eye-catching blend of ancient history and sweeping English countryside, Conderton Camp on the southern slopes of Bredon Hill in Worcestershire is worth exploring


Dating back to the Middle Iron Age, Conderton Camp is a small oval hillfort set upon an elevated spur. From ground level, its historical contours can be easy to miss, but sending a drone up transforms the view. The aerial perspective brings the distinct oval earthworks and ancient rampart boundaries into focus. Surrounded by golden harvest fields and framed by a lush belt of mature trees, the site offers an impressive contrast of colours and textures during the summer months.

The drone-view reveals intricate earthwork outlines and field patterns that remain largely invisible from the footpaths. Sitting high on the flanks of Bredon Hill, the location rewards you with vast, uninterrupted 360-degree views across the Vale of Evesham and the surrounding Cotswold landscape.

The dramatic contrast between open fields, drystone boundary walls, and dense green tree lines provides brilliant leading lines for both photography and smooth video passes.

Whether you are capturing wide panoramas or tracking historical earthworks, Conderton Camp is a rewarding spot for any drone pilot.

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Co-ordinates: 52.04351, -2.042786 • what3words: ///loved.applauded.writing
St Marys the virgin, Horsham (By grandad1950)

An ancient grade 1 listed church dating from 1230 in the west Sussex hamlet of north Stoke

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Co-ordinates: 50.88731, -0.551451 • what3words: ///reclaimed.upgrading.gadgets
Grosmont Station, Scarborough (By D0c.Col)

Grosmont Station is a unique transport hub in North Yorkshire, England. It serves as the vital junction where the heritage North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) connects to the national rail network via the Esk Valley Line. It features a historic 1952-themed setup, active engine sheds, and the 1835 George Stephenson tunnel.

North Yorkshire Moors Railway, Operates daily from Easter through late October, providing steam and heritage diesel services between Grosmont, Goathland, and Pickering.

The station has a gift shop, Tea Room, accessible public toilets, and a nearby Pay and Display car park. Walking Trails: The 3.5-mile Rail Trail begins here, running along George Stephenson’s original railway line to Goathland and my TOAL was from this trail overlooking the station below.



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Co-ordinates: 54.43612, -0.724848 • what3words: ///bucket.boardroom.cherished

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