Launch Sites
Wem, Ellesmere, Market Drayton & Whitchurch
In this distinctive part of Shropshire, we have decided to replicate the successful launching policy we have operated in the Shropshire Hills for over 10 years now. This means that we'll be building up a range of launchsites throughout beautiful northern Shropshire such as Hawkstone, Ellesmere, Colemere, Market Drayton and Whitchurch so that, depending on the wind direction, we'll be best able to take you over the meres, mosses and classic market towns typical of the area. So if you are a resident or a visitor to the area, do give us a call and we'll take you through the options.
Whitchurch Leisure Centre
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We are now launching from a stunning new site at Ellesmere College. The college is situated less than 2km south of Ellesmere. Launching from this site gives you a great opportunity to see the famous Meres from the sky. Prevailing winds will carry you Eastwards towards Whitchurch. On site facilities include toilets and parking. Flights scheduled to go from Whitchurch will now launch from Ellesmere College. Please contact us for availability
DIRECTIONS TO ELLESMERE COLLEGE LAUNCHSITE
Ordnance Survey Sheet 126 Grid Reference 395 334
Postcode SY12 9AB
The meeting point when flying form Ellesmere college is the field opposite the main college entrance, on the western side of the road running between Ellesmere and Tetchill. There are brown tourist signs for the college in and around Ellesmere, but please note there are a number of confusing one way systems in place in the town centre.
From the North: Head for and join the A55 which by-passes Chester. Once you are south of Chester join the A483 (signposted Wrexham). Continue on the A483 for approximately 18 miles, passing Wrexham, and at the roundabout join the A5 (signposted Oswestry). Travel along the A5 for approximately 6 miles, straight across 2 roundabouts, and at the third turn left onto the A495. Travel for approximately 6 miles to Ellesmere and at the second roundabout take the second exit to remain on the A495. Take the first turning right at Mere Motors Garage. Travel for 0.5 Miles, past the Marina, and bear right. Travel for a further 0.5 miles and the entrance to Ellesmere College is on your left. The launch field is on your right.
From the South: Head towards Ellesmere on the A528. Once in Ellesmere pass the Mere on your right and the church on your left. At Mere Motors Garage take the left turning signposted for the Marina and College. Travel for 0.5 Miles, past the Marina, and bear right. Travel for a further 0.5 miles and the entrance to Ellesmere College is on your left. The launch field is on your right.
The Launchsite is marked with a red dot
