Emergency
Service
Access
Should it be necessary to call emergency services for an injured pilot at this
site ask for an air ambulance straight away. A road going ambulance will not
traverse the track and valuable time may be lost in re-organising an air rescue.
Directions From Wareham - Follow the A351 Wareham bypass south towards Swanage.
On the outskirts of Stoborough, 1 mile after the A352 roundabout, turn right at
the signpost to Creech / Kimmeridge (West Lane). Follow this road for a further
3.3 miles and at the brow of the hill. The road turns sharply to the left and
drops down toward Steeple. After a further mile turn right toward Kimmeridge.
Follow this road for 0.8 miles and just after the brow of the hill dropping down
towards Kimmeridge village, turn left then immediately right up the access track
through ‘Hells Gate’.
Parking is still available at the old Kingston launch site or at Encombe which
can provide a less steep walk up.
From Corfe - Follow the A351 toward Swanage. As you leave Corfe turn right
onto the B3069 toward Kingston / Worth Matravers. At Kingston, turn sharp
right past the Scott Arms, following signs to Encombe. After leaving the village,
the tree lined road opens out to fields on either side. A walkers’ car park is
available here. Cars have been broken into in this car park. Alternatively pass
the car park and turn left up a track after approx 500m.
This is a green lane. Do not wander from the ruts across the field as this can
severely upset the farmer. He has had many problems with green-laners
cutting up the field off the track and tars all vehicles with the same brush.
Beware the deep ruts - you may need a 4WD! Proceed to the top of the ridge.
Parking Official:
Park in the Quarry Car Park immediately on the left if one continues down the
hill toward Kimmeridge, and then carry up the track. Be aware that cars left in
the Quarry Car Park have been broken into so do not leave valuables behind.
Concessionary:
As a special concession, Mr Hole has been allowing pilot's cars to park neatly
along the wall behind take-off. Drive to the crest of the ridge and proceed until
you see a stile on your right. Park here.
This concession is strictly for pilots' vehicles only. Spectators must park
below and walk up. Please ensure that Mr Hole receives his £2.00 site fee on
the day to help ensure that this useful privilege is not withdrawn.
If using the Kingston parking, drive to the ridge top and park tight against the
stone wall along the ridge top (West of ‘Heavens Gate’). Close all gates. Do not
obstruct the track as tractors frequently use it.
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