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Wray Castle, Ambleside added to National Trust in North West by D0c.Col on 15/11/2023

Wray Castle is a charming Grade II listed Victorian neo-gothic mansion located in the Lake District, Cumbria, and England. It's situated on the western shore of Lake Windermere, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The castle, along with the adjacent church was built as a private residence in the 1840s for James Dawson, a retired Liverpool surgeon.

Despite its stronghold appearance it was never intended as a defensive fortification and therefore lacks many typical castle like characteristics. Instead, it served as a holiday home for the Dawson family. After James’ death in 1875 the estate was inherited by his fifteen year old nephew, Edward Preston Rawnsley. In 1877 Edward's cousin, Hardwicke Rawnsley, took up the appointment of vicar of Wray Church. To protect the countryside from damaging development, Hardwicke, acting on a notion conceived by John Ruskin, developed the idea of a National Trust that could buy and preserve places of natural beauty and historic interest for the nation.
In 1882, when Beatrix Potter was just 16 years old, her family rented Wray Castle for their summer holiday. This visit is said to have inspired Beatrix's love for the Lake District, and it marked the beginning of her deep affection for the region. She eventually settled in the Lake District and purchased Hill Top Farm in Near Sawrey. It is said that the landscapes and surroundings of the Lake District, including her memories of Wray Castle, greatly influenced her work as a renowned author and illustrator, creating beloved children's books such as "The Tale of Peter Rabbit.”
In 1929 Wray Castle, along with 64 acres of land, were given to the National Trust by Sir Noton and Lady Barclay, the owners at that time. Since then, the castle has been used for a variety of purposes, such as a youth hostel, and from 1931 it housed the offices of the Freshwater Biological Association. From 1958 to 1998 it became a training college for Merchant Navy radio officers and was known as RMS Wray Castle).

In 2011 the National Trust proposed to lease the property stripped of its furnishings, for use as a hotel, but instead opened it to the public during the visitor season that year. High visitor numbers meant that the property had clear potential to be developed as a visitor attraction. In 2014 the Trust applied for retrospective planning permission to change the use of the listed building to visitor attraction and today, the public can explore its rooms, enjoy the beautiful grounds, and even participate in various family-friendly activities. The castle has a relaxed atmosphere, making it a delightful destination for those looking to experience the charm of the Lake District.

There is plenty of parking within the grounds itself and a number of National Trust granted public paths follow the Windermere Shoreline and across the property. I was able to launch the DJI mini 3 Pro from one of the Public Paths close to the Windermere Shoreline but inside the National Trust Property boundary. The castle was closed, as it was out-of-season, and VLOS was maintained, on this occasion, with the assistance of a spotter. Although there were plenty of walkers taking in the scenery at the time, I had no interaction with any of them! I suspect it maybe a different story in-season so be aware!

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Co-ordinates: 54.39904, -2.962124 • what3words: ///wreck.exposing.responses
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 03/11/2023. 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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St John the Baptist Church, Bromsgrove (By stubbyd)

This is the church of St John the Baptist but frequently just called St John's.

If you zoom in, then you can see the different coloured tip of the spire which has just been restored with the project finishing October 2025.

I parked outside the church itself but there are plenty of free parking slots nearby. For take off and landing I went to one corner of the graveyards and permission was asked of and granted by my mate, the current vicar.

if you were to fly there today, then you would note that all the roads (and paths) around the church have been renewed and will be the same deeper black as visible at the back of the church.

Also of interest, and can just be seen at the bottom left side are two gravestones which railway enthusiasts would likely know about.

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Co-ordinates: 52.33418, -2.064613 • what3words: ///manliness.wished.mental
Tardebigge Reservoir, Bromsgrove (By stubbyd)

Tardebigge Reservoir
and Tardebigge Locks (some of).

The reservoir itself is just within a flight restriction zone, but this is for a farm-based airfield called Stoney Lane, that I can't find any contact details for.

That said, my take-off/landing are and flight were all outside of any restriction zone.

I had intended to try and capture just the locks, well some of them anyway as this is the longest flight of locks in the UK, so getting all of them in a single shot is nigh on impossible! But when I stuck my drone up, I realised the reservoir (also sometimes called Tardebigge lake) became my main point of interest.

Anyway, whether you fly or walk the locks, it was a lovely peaceful spot just on the outskirts of Bromsgrove. I've marked up where I parked but my mate, a local vicar, suggested the car park in Tardebigge village itself. This is also the location of the top lock in the flight.

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Co-ordinates: 52.31339, -2.023759 • what3words: ///jumpy.whistling.notched
St Peters and St Pauls, Chichester (By grandad1950)

The parish church of St Peters is a grade 1 listed building in West Wittering dating from the 11th century. There is a footpath from the church to the beach.

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Co-ordinates: 50.77996, -0.899334 • what3words: ///bronzed.frightens.stags
The Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset (By richrab)

Sat on a bench on Weymouth sea front with a good all round view was able to get some photos all along the beach, from the Ferris wheel all the way down to the remains of the pier including the Jubilee clock.

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Co-ordinates: 50.61087, -2.45312 • what3words: ///sits.bars.flies
Sutton Poyntz, Dorset (By richrab)

Sutton Poyntz is picture-postcard pretty with a village pub overlooking the duckpond.
The Springhead Pub looks very nice but shrouded by trees making a picture of the front not possible.
The first part of the village name is derived from the Old English words 'sud' (south) and tun (farm).

The manor here was held by the Poyntz family from the 13th century.

The Osmington White Horse is close by.

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Co-ordinates: 50.65376, -2.416678 • what3words: ///printing.broads.waking
Blackberry Camp, East Devon (By gasbag43)

Located in East Devon, Blackbury Camp is an Iron Age hill fort that provides a glimpse into prehistoric Britain.

Dating from the 4th century BC, it served as a fortified settlement and a regional hub for tribal power. Unlike many multivallate forts, Blackbury is distinguished by its single, massive vallicula (ditch) and agger (bank), which remain remarkably well-preserved.

It’s a heavily wooded location which means a purely aerial view doesn’t do it full justice. As you can see from the other media I’ve included with this location, under the tree canopy is a large flat open space – 6.5 acres approx – which at the moment is one big carpet of bluebells. It would be easy to fly down into either of the 2 open areas and explore at 2-3 metres from the ground the inner areas of the fort under the top tree cover if you could time it for when there aren’t other visitors on the site. I was there around midday and there were never less than 5 or 6 walking around that made it unsafe to attempt it

While primarily an Iron Age site, archaeological excavations have revealed evidence of activity dating back to the Neolithic period. The site is particularly famous for its unique "barbican" entrance—a complex, defensive gatehouse designed to funnel and trap potential attackers.

Its big – the oval enclosure is roughly 200 metres long and 100 metres wide. The enclosed area is enclosed by a massive bank that is up to 10 metres wide and still stands around 3 metres high. The outer bank is surrounded by a ditch that is up to 12 metres wide.


Today, its managed by English Heritage, and the free car park on site is no more than 2 metres from the outer ditch. TOAL point was a 200 metre walk down the road to a break in the tree cover outside of the English Heritage perimeter.

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Co-ordinates: 50.72469, -3.15261 • what3words: ///immune.blitz.tricks
Ipswich Town Football club, Ipswich (By Venners07)

Portman road home ground of Ipswich Town Football club. Newly promoted to the premier league.

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Co-ordinates: 52.05493, 1.145411 • what3words: ///tests.from.reason
Tamworth Castle, Tamworth (By LE60LAD)

Tamworth Castle is an Anglo Saxon Castle built sometime in the 800ad

You could I guess take off from the Tamworth Castle grounds but I think your too close to be able to do things like an orbit of the castle. The grounds as far as I can tell are council owned / maintained and will have people around them. I found a short walk across the river Anker and down onto the land where the military pill box is was a way better vantage point to be able to do an orbit of the castle and maintain great VLOS of the Air 3s.

Parking can be had at two locations - both are free on Sunday's / Bank / Public holidays are payment via contactless coins and app ( Payby Phone)

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Co-ordinates: 52.63254, -1.696698 • what3words: ///older.option.hero
Castle Fraser, Howe of Alford (By AlbionDrones)

The first of our Spring Scotland holiday Drone videos features Castle Fraser, run by NTS Scotland, which has a progressive drone policy. There is a sign at the entrance with details on how to obtain permission to fly. One quick PLI Insurance certificate download and email sent, and permission received within 10 minutes - with the proviso that no Castle overflights are made, and you stay within CAA Drone Code.

The weather was changeable, but brightened up when I took off, and the colours were sublime...

Definitely an interesting castle to visit, beautifully preserved with lots of history. I took some photos inside and may do a longer video with some of the history, but some of the focus was out, so not sure yet...

Anyhow, enjoy the majesty of this amazing Castle...

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Co-ordinates: 57.20305, -2.460688 • what3words: ///disengage.confining.amounting
Musbury Castle, East Devon (By gasbag43)

Musbury Castle, often referred to as Musbury Hill Fort, is a striking Iron Age monument perched on a high ridge overlooking the Axe Valley in East Devon. Standing approximately 175 meters above sea level, it forms part of a notable chain of strategic hill forts in the region.

Constructed during the Iron Age (c. 800 BC – AD 43), Musbury Castle served as a fortified settlement and critical lookout. Its single circuit of earthworks defines it as a univallate fort. These ramparts were engineered to protect local inhabitants and livestock while asserting territorial dominance over the fertile valley and coastal approaches from the English Channel.

The fort's elongated footprint is clearly visible as it follows the ridge's natural contours, utilizing steep slopes to enhance man-made defences.

One of the key elements of the shots highlights the western rampart, now softened by vegetation. Originally, these banks would have been significantly higher and likely reinforced with timber palisades.

The expansive view of its setting illustrates why this location was chosen. Looking south toward the sea, the strategic depth of the landscape is clear, contrasting with the seasonal beauty of bluebells in the foreground and which carpet large parts of the site.

Its a National Trust location, but TOAL outside of that perimeter is easy as the summit of the spur offers a clear line of site to the castle site

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Co-ordinates: 50.74236, -3.018299 • what3words: ///giving.binds.station

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