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Paragliding Milk Hill

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Milk Hill, located in the County of Wiltshire, UK, is a frequently used paragliding site known for its local soaring and potential for cross-country (XC) flights. The site features a southwest-facing bowl and a small ridge approximately 100 meters high, offering various takeoff options. It is an excellent spot for Club Pilots (CP) and more experienced pilots. Guests must obtain temporary membership and will receive a briefing before flying. The site is managed by the Thames Valley Hang Gliding Club (TVHGC). Due to an agreement with the landowner, only members (Full, Reciprocal, or Guest) are allowed to fly here. Non-members must obtain Guest Membership status. Wind direction is predominantly southwest. The site is suitable for all levels of pilots, but it is regulated by English Nature, which prohibits unaccompanied flying. Violations can result in a £50 levy, split between Oxfam and English Nature. Additionally, pilots must adhere to a 10 mph speed limit on the track to preserve the road. The narrow triangular field below the road is closed from March 15th to September 30th due to butterfly conservation. Outside this period, pilots can land in it but should avoid the sensitive nest site near the gate. Parking is limited to five cars at the top car park on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional parking is available near the barn at the bottom of the hill. Access to the site is through a gate near the top car park, which must be securely closed to prevent livestock from escaping. Takeoff is at an elevation of approximately 260 meters (853 feet) AMSL, and can be done anywhere along the rim of the bowl. In southerly conditions, the slope to the north of the track to the top car park is preferred. There are three top landing areas, with the western and central areas being preferred due to their proximity to gates and year-round availability. The eastern area is in an arable field and is only available when the crop is not mature. Bottom landing is in the L-shaped field at the foot of the bowl. Hazards include rough air near the small trees at the back of the bowl and potential turbulence caused by the spur labeled Milk Hill on the map. The site can be turbulent in wind directions north of west. For XC flights, the best thermal trigger is the cow barn in the middle of the valley. Experienced pilots can use wave from Rybury to fly towards the white horse. Pilots should study their air maps carefully, especially regarding the Lyneham MATZ and other airspace restrictions. For more information, visit the Thames Valley Hang Gliding Club's website: [TVHGC Milk Hill](http://www.tvhgc.co.uk/index.php/tvhgcsites/milk-hill). Watch some flights at Milk Hill: - [Flight 1](

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