Many members of a certain age will remember Tony from the 1990’s when he was an active member of the Pennine Soaring Club, serving on the committee and publishing the newsletter for many years. Following a serious mountain biking crash which paralysed him from the neck down, he rebuilt a very different life – living independently, driving a highly adapted car and riding a recumbent 3-wheeler bike around his home town of Tyldesley.

Sadly, following a succession of other illnesses, he finally passed away on Monday 18th May after battling determinedly for over 25 years. Please watch this space for news of any funeral arrangements.

If you have any personal memories of him that you would like to share, please pass them on to me at safety@penninesoaringclub.org.uk

Edenfield will be closed for Lambing from 1st April 2026 to 25 May 2026 inclusive.

Please adhere to the closure.

Thanks

Andy (Sites Officer)

Update on Edenfield Site Access

Last month, I reported that after discussions with the farmer grazing sheep and lambs on the landing field, we had managed to keep the site open with an extended restriction period. Unfortunately, that is no longer the case.

Earlier this month, following southerly winds, several members were approached by a different farmer while flying on the fell. Further discussions have since taken place with both farmers, and a new agreement has been reached.

Revised Arrangements:

• Edenfield landing field will be closed for lambing from 1st April to 25th May.

• The Edenfield site will return to the usual closure period of 25th April to 25th May.

Please respect these closure dates.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Andy
Sites Officer

Thank you for your cooperation.

Andy
Sites Officer

Hi all,

The gate code for Winter Hill has been changed as of Friday 10th Jan 25 @3pm.

Please contact a member of the committee for the new gate code (WhatsApp/text/Telegram/email/FB messenger)

Please follow the rules:

1. Generally only the lower gate will be locked.
2. If both gates are locked they will have the same code.
3. The lock codes will be changed every 3 months or sooner if required.
4. Do not allow anyone to tailgate you through the gate.
5. Make sure the gate is locked shut behind you.  Do not leave unlocked, even if you know another member will be on their way in a few minutes.
6. On securing the lock ensure you scramble the code, DO NOT leave it on the unlock code.
7. PSC members must obtain the code from a member of the committee, DO NOT distribute it further.
8. Report any suspicious behaviour to a member of the committee.

Thanks

Andy

PSC Sites Officer