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Event info
The Lakes Charity Classic is an informal paragliding competition held in some of England's most spectacular scenery.
There are 2 competitions
A Competition - This is for more experienced and seasoned pilots holding a minimum of Pilot rating.
Flying site
The Fells of the English Lake District (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) offer many choices of site to suit all wind directions in stunning mountain scenery...
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Registration will open on
22/01 10:00 (GMT)
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Good phone coverage
The region generally has good phone coverage
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Tracklogs managed
The organisers will download the tracklogs at HQ for scoring
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Food
There will be a social evening with food
Contacts
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Admin
- Richard Jennings
- chairman@cumbriasoaringclub.co.uk
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Meet director
- Richard Bungay
- lcc@cumbriasoaringclub.co.uk
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Event organiser
- Peter Askew
- lcc@cumbriasoaringclub.co.uk
Event info
The Lakes Charity Classic is an informal paragliding competition held in some of England's most spectacular scenery.
There are 2 competitions
A Competition - This is for more experienced and seasoned pilots holding a minimum of Pilot rating. Any EN certified wing is permitted; uncertified gliders will not be accepted. Tandems are allowed but with only one named pilot in charge and scoring.
https://airtribune.com/lakes-charity-classic-2023-a-comp/
B competition - This is most suitable for less experienced pilots who wish to get the most flying from their day in a spectacularly scenic area. Less demanding, friendly tasks will be set and it is open to pilots with Club Pilot and Pilot ratings flying gliders of ENB/DHV1-2 and below.
In addition to the A and B Comps there is also a coaching group for less experienced pilots.
https://airtribune.com/lakes-charity-classic-2023-coaching/
More details on the event location and camping can be found here http://lakescharityclassic.org
Flying site
Selection and entry fee
A-Comp and Coaching events are also held at the same time.
Registration is prioritised for CSC members for the first week, remaining places will be offered to non-CSC members after this time. Cumbria Soaring Club Members get a £10 discount on the donation when entering.
Documents required at registration
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National Licence
The organiser requires you to present your National flying licence.
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Signed Application form
You will need to sign an applicaton form at the venue. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
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Signed Waiver/Release form
You will need to sign a waiver or release document to show you understand the risks. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
Cancellation Policy
Prize fund and scoring categories
General schedule
Official Registration
Saturday 17th June 2023
1st Task day
Sunday 18th June 2023
2nd Task day and prize giving
Daily schedule
Friday 16th June, 2023
1600-1900 : Official Registration
Saturday 17th June 2023
0900 : Mandatory Safety Briefing
1000 : Depart to chosen flying site
1700 : Task deadline
1800 : Event meal.
Sunday 18th June 2023
0900 : Morning Briefing,
1000 : Depart to chosen flying site
1600 : Task deadline
1700 : Official scores & trophy award. Prize draw and raffle.
Accommodation and Activities
Once again, The Lakes Charity Classic will host this years X-Lakes at the Grasmere Sportsfield alongside the LCC. Competitors will be able to enter the 1-day X-Lakes event beforehand on the Friday and then compete in both days of the LCC if they wish. The hardcore 2-day X-Lakes event overlaps with the LCC so you cannot enter the 2-day X-Lakes as well as the LCC.
Camping and modestly sized motorhomes and caravans are welcomed on the Sports field. No booking for camping is required and all campers are asked to pay on arrival at the gate. Camping is available from Thursday night through till Sunday afternoon. There are excellent camping facilities available with men and women’s showers and toilets, although there are no electric hookups for campervans.
Non-competitors are also welcome to come and join in at the event, to book please use the form at http://lakescharityclassic.org
If you prefer stone walls around you, then Grasmere has a number of hotels and B&Bs of various grades and there is a local YHA in the village. We recommend a search via Booking.com
How to get here
The map below shows event HQ / Grasmere Sports Field location.
More details on the event location and camping can be found here http://lakescharityclassic.org
1 Stock Ln, Grasmere, Ambleside LA22 9SJ, UK
Grasmere United Kingdom
Downloads
Waypoint files
Organizers
Cumbria Soaring Club
Contacts
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Admin
- Richard Jennings
- chairman@cumbriasoaringclub.co.uk
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Meet director
- Richard Bungay
- lcc@cumbriasoaringclub.co.uk
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Event organiser
- Peter Askew
- lcc@cumbriasoaringclub.co.uk