Sennen

Sandy Cliffs overlooking a big beach. Top and bottom landing can get very busy with holiday makers in season.

Key information

O.S. Ref: SW 358 263
Lat/Lon: 50° 04′ 42″ N,   5° 41′ 32″ W
Wind Direction: NW
Wing Type: HG & PG
RAF Ref: 3.052

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  • CP

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  • Hang gliding – Graham Phipps 01209 842877 or 07785 593559

    Paragliding – Graham Phipps 01209 842877 or 07785 593559

  • Graham Phipps 01209 842877 or 07785 593559

Site information

Altitude: 270 feet

Height Top to Bottom: 270 feet

How to get there: Easy. Drive the A30 almost to Lands End. Turn right as you approach Sennen The site is in the car park on your right.

Vehicle Access & Parking: Leave cars only in the car parks shown when they are open. Do not park on the verge/path as this creates an obstruction to other road users.

At times when the gates are open pay the necessary car parking charges
If the parking meters are operating …….we pay
Ignorance is not an excuse……………..if in doubt ….PAY

Rules and Restrictions: Obtain clearance from Lands End Airfield ATC before flying. (01736 788 944). Conform to any limits they impose. No clearance – No Fly. Do not fly when the top landing or the beach are crowded.

Whilst Flying:

  • Do not unnecessarily hang around above peoples properties.

  • Respect people’s privacy and do not take photos of their properties.

  • Do not eject any material into any properties.

  • Do not shout down to any members of the public regardless of provocation.

Rigging Notes: Keep top landing and overshoot areas clear.

Marshalling: Use common sense and consideration for others. Can all pilots using the site be considerate of others please, and not leave unattended gliders blocking access to the launch. Hang gliders especially require room to manoeuvre along the front to launch

Launch Notes: Before launching check out top landing area and note the position of power cables.

Top Landing Notes: Beware power cables crossing the field. Beware double decker buses on the road.

Bottom Landing Notes: No beach landings when the beach is crowded.

Hazards: Power cables, Double decker buses, helicopters -some of them BIG,small commercial aircraft and private light aircraft all active in this area.

Restricted Areas: Airspace: The site is within the ATZ of Lands End Airport. Clearance is required and limits may be imposed. ALL PILOTS to check with Lands End tower for permission to fly on 01736 788944

Met Services: Dialmet is available for RAF St. Mawgan and RNAS Culdrose.

All information is for guidance only. All pilots must make their own assessment of the site.

Don’t Forget: Use CANP to notam your intention to fly 4 hours beforehand.

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