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Midland Gliding Club
Church Stretton
Midland Gliding Club flies from an airfield on top of the Long Mynd, west of Church Stretton in Shropshire, and offers first-flight gliding experiences for visitors. The site is about 1,500 feet up in the Shropshire Hills.
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Where to stay
- Church StrettonSmall town at the foot of the Long Mynd, a few miles away
- ShrewsburyCounty town about 15 miles north
- LudlowMarket town about 15 to 20 miles south
- Craven ArmsVillage on the A49 to the south
- Bishop's CastleSmall town to the west
Getting there
- Burway route from the east: from the A49 at Church Stretton, cross the railway bridge and follow the road for about two miles, then bear left at the finger post
- Asterton route from the west is the shortest but steepest; Ratlinghope is longer but less steep and is described as the easiest for trailers
- All roads on the Mynd are narrow and single track in places, with passing places on the Burway
- Church Stretton lies on the A49 below the hill
Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.
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Questions people ask
Where is the best place to stay near Midland Gliding Club?
Church Stretton: Small town at the foot of the Long Mynd, a few miles away. Shrewsbury: County town about 15 miles north. Ludlow: Market town about 15 to 20 miles south. Craven Arms: Village on the A49 to the south. Bishop's Castle: Small town to the west.
How do I get to Midland Gliding Club?
Burway route from the east: from the A49 at Church Stretton, cross the railway bridge and follow the road for about two miles, then bear left at the finger post. Asterton route from the west is the shortest but steepest; Ratlinghope is longer but less steep and is described as the easiest for trailers. All roads on the Mynd are narrow and single track in places, with passing places on the Burway. Church Stretton lies on the A49 below the hill.
Any tips for visiting Midland Gliding Club?
The Mynd is 1,500 feet high and the roads can be snowed in and are not gritted in winter, so call the club first to check road conditions if the weather is poor.
Which airport is closest to Midland Gliding Club?
The nearest airport on this site is Birmingham Airport, about 48 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.