This Derbyshire Tandem Paragliding experience lets you soar to eagle heights towed by a winch - enjoy fantastic Paragliding views over the Derbyshire countryside - easily reached from Nottingham!
This Winch Tandem Paragliding experience is your way to get
exhilaratingly close to man's long-held dream of flight. With this
particular paragliding experience you are towed by a winch, and you
will be flying under the expert guidance of a BHPA Tandem
Paraglider pilot. You will soar high into the sky in Derbyshire
(close to Nottingham) and fly over the woodlands and countryside of
Ashbourne.
The actual time of your paragliding flight will likely last
somewhere between 2 and 5 minutes!
This paragliding experience is also suitable for people with
disabilities, as the centre uses a wheeled 'buggy' for those with
mobility problems. Your experience starts with arrival at the
Derbyshire location, and a full briefing on safety procedures, the
equipment and a profile of your flight. You will then launch the
Paraglider via a winch and be released to enjoy a 2-5 minute flight
dependent on thermals and weather conditions. During this time your
instructor may allow you to take the controls or if you prefer just
sit back and enjoy the views.
Item/SKU Number
1
This experience is available to be booked year round from Wednesdays to Saturdays, Subject to availability and weather permitting.
They fly at 12:30pm.
Minimum Age: 14. Under 18's must have signed
consent from parent/guardian.
Maximum Weight: 90KG (14.2 Stone)
For your own safety, you must give details of any medical condition
that may affect your ability to Paraglide.
Please contact your GP for advice if you are in any way unsure.
This price includes £10 BHPA Membership giving you third party
insurance cover for the day.
Experience Duration: 00:05
Time at Venue: 00:45
You should allow up to an hour for the experience.
Your actual paragliding flight may last between approximately 2 to 5 minutes, depending on wind conditions on the day.
If conditions are very good it could possibly be as long as 30 minutes.
Participants: The Derbyshire Tandem Paragliding Experience is for 1 participant.
Max Group Size: 1
Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes
Spectators are welcome, and there is a café at the Derbyshire paragliding location, so spectators can stay refreshed with hot drinks while they watch your paragliding experience!
Older casual clothes are a good idea, something you don't mind getting a little grubby! Dress warmly for the weather on the day of your gliding experience. Please wear a strong pair of boots with ankle support and NO hooks. All equipment is provided at the Derbyshire paragliding centre
Paragliding is very weather dependent - storms, rain and high winds can affect flying, so please contact the Derbyshire paragliding centre prior to your flight experience to check conditions.
Average rating: 5 stars out of 5
Great experience! I love being in the air and paragliding is the most relaxing air sports I've done, the staff were friendly and made me feels safe at all times. The only downside was that there was lots of waiting around, we were told to be there at 12-1230 and I didn't fly til after 2pm luckily it was a lovely sunny day, wish it was closer I'd definitely take up paragliding.
What a way to travel! The guys at Darley Moor airfield looked after us from arrival and provided a great experience. Shame it was over so quickly but something I'll never forget. I could have stayed up there for a long time! Great fun :)
