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Site History:

Thornhill (Sth. Lanarkshire area.) is only flown occasionally. Not to be confused with the H.G. tow operation at Thornhill (Stirling).

Altitiude at Launch:

1280ft/390m

Height top to bottom:

390ft/120m

Airspace:

TMA D over 5500ft

National Grid Reference:

NX 920985

Wind Direction:

South to South-West

Brief Site Description:

A long steep ridge giving good lift.

Special Rules:

You must attempt to contact the farmer before flying here, but flying is ok if contact impossible. No flying in April/May during lambing.

How to get there:

From junction 14 (M74), take the A702 to Carronbridge, and join the A76 to Thornhill. At Thornhill roundabout, turn left and follow rd over railway. Take immediate left and, after 0.3 miles, take right turn (heading N. E.), after 2 miles turn left and go 0.5 miles N.W. to hill

Restricted Areas:

Avoid stocked fields, see Special rules regards lambing.

Parking Notes:

Park (off road) anywhere along the unfenced road.

Landowners:

Mrs Weir, Townfoot Farm, Thornhill - 01848 330268

Launch Notes:

Hang-gliders: Easy carry - up from road. Anywhere on top of ridge can be used to launch.

Paragliders: As per HG

XC Tips:

Airspace - class D over 5500ft, Good xc potential for both PG and HG. Tinto is about 36km due North. No XC record.

Top Landing Notes:

Thornhill is excellent for top landing, with ample flat areas.

Bottom Landing Notes:

Hang-gliders: can land in any unstocked field..

Paragliders: can land in any non - crop fields, but avoid livestock.

Hazards:

Power lines at East end of site and dykes near landing fields. RAF often fly this area midweek.