Status

Open

Right to roam

The "right to roam" in Wales is currently the same as in England and does not allow access to open access land for the purposes of hang-gliding or paragliding.

The legislation is enacted by the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 and the section relevant to us is Schedule 2 on page 75:

1. Section 2(1) does not entitle a person to be on any land if, in or on that land, he—

(s) engages in any organised games, or in camping, hang-gliding or paragliding

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Best Wind Cardinal: 
NNE
Sites officer: 
Brad Nicholas
Grid Ref: 
SH760778
Takeoff Height: 
155m
Landing Height: 
0m
Top to bottom: 
155m
Overlooking the Conwy estuary, Conwy mountain is a beautifully scenic place to fly. It is generally flown after taking off from Penmaenbach, but as an alternative when the wind is northerly, it is possible to use this small takeoff to fly directly onto the mountain.
Getting to take-off: 
From the parking at Sychnant Pass, follow the track almost to the usual Penmaenbach takeoff, before taking the right hand fork towards Conwy Mountain. Takeoff is a grassy area amongst the heather.
Landing: 
Top land with care due to the potential for rotor. Please avoid any livestock or feral horses. The beach is also an option at low tide.