MAM TOR

About

Mam Tor is a hill that overlooks the Castleton at the western end of the Hope Valley, in the Peak District National Park. It is a popular site for hang gliding and paragliding, with slopes that face north, south and east. It offers good potential for triangle flights, but has limited XC potential due to airspace restrictions.

Launch Points (3)

Mam Tor Take Off

Foot Launch

Alt: 489 m / 1,605 ftHdg: 93° ESurface: SHORT GRASS

This is the main take off for east winds. It is a grassy slope with a stone wall on the northwest side. Rig behind the wall at least 50 meters from the trig point and take off in front of the path. Do not obstruct the summit path or fly too close to walkers.

The Landslip HG Take Off

Foot Launch

Alt: 472 m / 1,548 ftHdg: 98° ESurface: SHORT GRASS

This is an alternative take off for experienced hang glider pilots if the wind is north of east. It is on the landslip area directly below the east face landslip. Seek advice if using it for the first time. Beware of rotor from Lose Hill and Back Tor in NE winds.

The Landslip PG Take Off

Foot Launch

Alt: 472 m / 1,548 ftHdg: 98° ESurface: SHORT GRASS

This is an alternative take off for experienced paraglider pilots if the wind is north of east. It is a grassy slope with a fence by the lay by. Rig and take off in front of the fence. Beware of rotor from Treak Cliff in SE winds.

Landing Zones (2)

Flying Conditions

Has 3 different launch points. The best wind direction is 93.3 @ 10 knts but many sites can be flown from multiple directions, so check before you fly. You can expect to find: thermal conditions ridge soaring conditions cross country potential , all dependent on current weather conditions.