OS Grid Ref: TQ 633 899 (Herongate) - Landranger: 177 -
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Height ASL: metres - CAA Limit: 60 metres
Location: South of Herongate
Directions: M25 J28 East into Brentwood, then S on A128. Go through Herongate and Ingrave ignoring signs for Thorndon Park. As the road starts to descend towards the A127 with views across the Thames Estuary, take a turning on the right for Thorndon Park South, and bear right for car park.
Or: M25 J29 - take A127 east. At A128 junction turn left. Take left turn for Thorndon Park South at the top of the hill.
Parking: good car parks, ample size, close to flying field.
Facilities: excellent loos, Boars Head, Little Chef, Halfway House. An octagonal kiosk sells refreshments and snacks. Home made soup is reported to be good.
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Flying Area: A substantial field sloping gently to south with A127 at the bottom. Smooth southerly winds from across the Thames estuary. Woods to the north would make northerly winds less favourable.
Comments: lake & woods. Home practice ground of two local competitive teams. Plenty of walking can be done in adjoining woods if the wind drops.