Shobdon Gliding - Sunshine Radio

The Herefordshire Gliding Club, based at Shobdon Airfield is a member of the British Gliding Association, and is pleased to support Shobdon Airfield together with Sunshine Radio. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to soar above the spectacular north Herefordshire countryside, here is a perfect opportunity.

Flights are available every Saturday and most Sundays throughout the year. Buy a voucher now and then 'phone or email to book a convenient weekend for your visit

Please note that there is a weight restriction, fully clothed of 102kg (16 Stones 2lbs) and people taller than 1.9m (6'3") may have difficulty sitting comfortably in the glider. Those aged under 13 or 55kg may be required to sit in the rear seat.

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INTRODUCTORY FLIGHT: Gift Voucher available at £115.00

The flight is in a tandem two seat glider with one of our approved pilots. The launch is behind a tow plane usually to 2,000 feet altitude. A typical flight time is fifteen to thirty minutes depending upon the weather.

The cost includes three months membership to entice you back to fly some more!