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Rievaulx Abbey, Helmsley added to English Heritage in Yorkshire and the Humber by D0c.Col on 19/12/2024

Was just a quick impromtu visit as was having lunch in nearby Helmsley. The Abbey is an English Heritage property so watch out for any overzelous staff. There are the usual English Heritage on-site amenities available including parking.

Rievaulx Abbey is a historic monastery located near Helmsley in North Yorkshire, England. Founded in 1132 by Cistercian monks from Clairvaux, it became one of England's most powerful and wealthy abbeys and is renowned for its stunning Gothic architecture, large arches and intricate stonework. Even as a ruin, it showcases the grandeur of medieval monastic life.
Nestled in a tranquil valley, surrounded by the North York Moors, it offers breathtaking views and a sense of seclusion, reflecting the monks' desire for peace and contemplation.
The abbey was a religious, economic, and cultural hub, with monks leading a life of prayer, study, and labour. They also managed vast estates and were skilled in agriculture and sheep farming.
At its peak, the Abbey housed over 140 monks and 500 lay brothers, making it a major influence in the Cistercian order and the local economy. Like many others, the abbey fell into decline after the Dissolution of the Monasteries under King Henry VIII in 1538, when it was stripped of its wealth and abandoned.
Managed by English Heritage, the Abbey is a popular tourist destination and visitors can explore its ruins, learn about its history through the museum, and enjoy the serene surroundings.
Rievaulx Abbey stands as a striking testament to medieval monastic life and holds a significant place in England's religious and cultural heritage. Its impressive ruins continue to captivate visitors, offering a glimpse into its storied past and a serene space for reflection.

There are a couple of places on the adjacent road to TOAL and maintain VLOS and if it's not too busy you can park on the roadside.

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Co-ordinates: 54.25816, -1.118545 • what3words: ///once.intestine.shatters

The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 02/11/2024. 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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All Saints Church, Wealden (By grandad1950)

All saints in Danehill with a fine avenue of pollarded trees.

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Co-ordinates: 51.02968, -0.00166 • what3words: ///trader.flagpole.giants

Nairn beach (By Steviecam)

Stunning beach and harbour area in Nairn just off the Lochloy holiday park which doesn't allow drone flying in its holiday park however the beach and surrounding areas are public. There are occasional notams due to military air traffic in the area at times.

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Co-ordinates: 57.59331, -3.859023 • what3words: ///enter.butchers.uncouth

Porthgain Harbour (By stubbyd)

Porthgain Harbour and hamlet.

aka - the last flight of my much shortened trip before Storm Amy dug her claws in ...

Porthgain means ‘Chisel Port’ in English with the chisel representing the quarrying that once took place here.

From around 1850 slate, then brick, and then granite were shipped from the harbour. The crushed granite road stone was dispensed from the massive brick built hoppers, built at the beginning of the twentieth century, directly into small ships alongside Porthgain harbour. There was also a tramway built between the Blue Lagoon and here so that it was easier to ship out their slate.

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Co-ordinates: 51.9486, -5.182237 • what3words: ///trams.purifier.buzzards

Belleisle Hotel, Alloway and Doonfoot (By Zipco)

Belleisle Hotel is a former mansion house that was damaged by fire in 2019. The hotel lies within the Belleisle Estate which includes a Golf Course and recently renovated Conservatory surrounded by imacculate gardens.
There is ample parking in the area.

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Co-ordinates: 55.43869, -4.641754 • what3words: ///soaks.aspect.richer

Abereiddy and Blue Lagoon, Pembrokeshire (By stubbyd)

I flew here just before Storm Amy hit, and other than a couple of cold water swimmers and a dog walker the place was deserted.

In the first image you can see the Welsh Blue Lagoon which was closed due to breading seals and their pups in the area, and also the reason I stayed out at sea for my panorama.

In the second shot, you can see the tiny hamlet of Abereiddy on the right, with the remains of the old slate workers cottages mid-picture (just in front of the standalone white building [public toilets, and very clean ones too]) and the Blue Lagoon off to the left with 'Abereiddi Tower' in the distance.

I believe it is a popular surfing and coasteering location and the white hut on the beach is for the parking attendant - so there is a cost during high season.

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Co-ordinates: 51.93573, -5.205996 • what3words: ///date.alert.bloomers

Horsted Keynes sports ground, Mid Sussex (By grandad1950)

Lots of room to fly at the sports field in Horsted Keynes, or even at the cricket club. The historic grade 1 listed St Giles church is also worth a visit just a few minutes away

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Co-ordinates: 51.03564, -0.027399 • what3words: ///selling.nicely.hillsides

Harveys Brewery, Lewes (By grandad1950)

Famous throughout Sussex, Harveys produce a fine pint of bitter . Located on the river ouse in Lewes and dates from 1880.

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Co-ordinates: 50.87468, 0.016504 • what3words: ///typified.eyelashes.trails

The Grand Pier Weston Super Mare, North Somerset (By Rustyo200le)

The Grand Pier at Weston Super Mare is a fantastic subject to film. Be warned the council do not permit drone flying but they really can't enforce it if you fly within the crown estate border. I generally go when it's quiet and avoid the busier areas.

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Co-ordinates: 51.34758, -2.986329 • what3words: ///sofa.firms.social

Woolacombe beach, North Devon (By Rustyo200le)

Woolacombe in North Devon is one of our favourite beaches in the Uk. A fantastic place to capture the sunset with the drone. A huge beach where you can easily find space to take off and land from away from the crowds.

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Co-ordinates: 51.1706, -4.210832 • what3words: ///smudges.producers.sourced

Verity, Ilfracombe, North Devon (By Rustyo200le)

Ilfracombe is a lovely harbour village with lots to capture with the drone. But be warned, keep an eye out for the seagulls. They seem to take great interest in drones.

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Co-ordinates: 51.21086, -4.11151 • what3words: ///processor.projects.battling


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