The Northern Regional Gliding Competition
The Northern Regional Gliding Competition
27th July - 4th August 2013
The Original and the Best
Come and join us for serious flying and lots of fun in a superb location
Our generous sponsorship means:-
o Entrance fees for 2013 are held at an affordable £130 (Juniors £70)
o Three free places for Juniors....apply by 29th Feb. These lucky three Juniors will also get 5 free aerotows!
o A range of quality prizes
o Prize for highest scoring pilot, in their first BGA rated Competition
o Comprehensive social programme for pilots, family and crew
o Live music at our great windup party
The experienced team is led by respected competition director Andy Parish.
Not flown with us before....then come and join the more than 250 visiting pilots who enjoy our hospitality each year.
For almost 80 years Yorkshire Gliding Club has attracted visiting pilots to its stunning location in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park to what has been called “The best aerological conditions in the North of England”.
Outside competition flying this affords:-
o Ridge and wave flying possibilities for pilots, crews and families
o Excellent gentle walking and energetic hiking with stunning view on the doorstep
o Great local accommodation – onsite or local B&B's
o Lots of local attractions and historic places to visit
We at YGC believe in offering the overall experience including our renowned Competition Social Programme - of organised visits, entertainment and “eating in” nights. The Club has excellent facilities including:-
o Comprehensive briefing facilities & visual aids
o Comfortable Clubhouse with lounge, bar & restaurant with splendid 270deg views
o Self-catering Kitchen
o Generous on-site parking for trailers, caravans and tents
o 4 club two-seaters : DG 500, 2 X ASK21 and DG 1000 available for “Buddy” Flying
Please come and join us and enjoy our great “Northerns” Competition.
The entry form for the 2013 Northern Regionals is available here.
The latest entry list is here.
2012 Results