Crowland Glider Field

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, GB 🇬🇧 Small Airport

ICAO

GB-0252

IATA

Elevation

- ft

Region

GB-ENG

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: 52.709547° N, -0.139669° E

Continent: EU

Type: Small Airport

Keywords: Peterborough & Spalding Gliding Club

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Travelers consistently report overwhelmingly positive experiences and high satisfaction with Crowland Glider Field (GB-0252), home to the Peterborough & Spalding Gliding Club. The overall sentiment highlights an exceptionally welcoming and friendly atmosphere, coupled with thrilling gliding opportunities.

What Travelers Love

Exceptional Gliding Experience: Visitors consistently praise the exhilarating and unforgettable nature of the gliding flights, often describing them as peaceful yet thrilling. Many enjoyed the opportunity to take control of the glider under expert tuition.
Friendly and Professional Staff/Members: The instructors, pilots, and club members are frequently commended for being incredibly accommodating, helpful, and friendly. Their passion for gliding and willingness to explain aspects of the flight contributes significantly to the positive experience.
Welcoming and Community-Focused Atmosphere: The club is described as having a strong community spirit, being very friendly, and family-friendly, with facilities like a clubhouse and even a play area. Visitors feel at ease and well-cared for.
Organized and Efficient Operations: Despite being a small, volunteer-run club, operations are noted as being very well organized, with efficient ground and tug crews ensuring a smooth experience. Booking and changing dates are also reported as easy processes.
Stunning Views: Gliders enjoy breathtaking aerial perspectives of the picturesque Peterborough and Cambridgeshire countryside, including rolling fields and charming villages.

Common Complaints

Cost for Regulars: While not a complaint about the experience itself, one review noted that the cost could be prohibitive for a pensioner to become a regular member.
Weather Dependency: As with all aviation activities, gliding is subject to weather conditions (e.g., low clouds or high winds), which can affect flying schedules.

Crowland Glider Field offers an outstanding gliding experience, largely due to the passionate and friendly volunteer team and the welcoming club environment. It comes highly recommended for both first-time gliders and those looking for an engaging aviation community.

Generated 6 days ago

This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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