![]() ![]() Heading further south still, you’ll get to the small village of Bodiam, home to the impressive Bodiam Castle. You’ll get some brilliant shots following the shores of this impressively large body of water, that almost looks like a small sea it’s so large, sticking to the edges of the lake you can get some great aerials of bobbing row boats tied up to posts and flocks of geese and ducks gathering in the shallows. Use it as a base and head south-east toward Bewl Water, where you can really stretch your drone’s wings. ![]() ![]() Start in Royal Tunbridge Wells, a gem of a market town (you won’t find many opportunities to drone here, though, far too busy). High Weald, provides a great opportunity to capture aerial shots of the true British countryside, in a corner of Kent not many people manage to get to. From the banks of the river, you’ll be amazed at how a 360-degree flyby of such a small landmark will look so impressive, the footage will look like it was taken in ancient Greece (minus the high-tech super yachts dotted around, but you know, ignore those.)Īnother lesser known rural area of southern England, but this time the other side of London. Designed by James Wyatt in the late 18th century this folly marks the start line for the Henley Regatta boat race and is now an iconic structure synonymous with the Thames. From here, head west towards Henley and you’ll reach the rather famous, Temple Island, possibly the most extravagant fishing lodge ever built. The village itself is as picturesque a village you’ll find, they do have strict drone policies, but on the outskirts of the village you can really let fly and follow the twisting Thames through to Hambledon Lock this area really is a stunning location for aerial photography. But steer clear of them and you’ll be able to get some cracking shots of the Thames. The biggest threat to your drone here is the ever-increasing population of one Britain’s most beloved birds, the Red Kite. Often overlooked are the sweeping hills and sparsely populated villages of rural Buckinghamshire. If you get bored with that (weirdo), then definitely head to the Isle of Portland, and specifically to the Portland Bill Lighthouse, to capture some great 360-degree shots of a classic lighthouse right on the edge of the cliffs, there’s nothing quite like it. This naturally forming barrier beach offers a great ‘track’ for you to fly your drone over, showing the English Channel on one side, and the East and West Fleet lagoons on the other (that’s right, we have lagoons in the UK). Now as this is a heavily protected area, specific drone exclusions do apply here, so check before you fly.Īfter making sure it’s safe, flying off the coast of Chesil Beach is a good start. The rock formations, pebble beaches and constantly eroded cliff faces along the so-called “Jurassic Coast’ are some of the most spectacular in the UK. We’re sticking to the coast with our second pick, but one on the mainland and with a prehistoric difference. Connected by a natural tombolo, Gugh is a great place, to send your drone up as high as possible, and try and get some bird’s eye shots of the islands, and just how remote they are. ![]() Then travel north to St Agne’s sister island, Gugh. Head to the famed lighthouse from 1680 and take try taking some 360s (from a reasonable distance). Here you’ll be to fly in more peaceful surrounds. From St Marys, you can head out to some of the quieter islands, making sure you don’t miss St Agnes, the southern-most populated island of the archipelago. Fly safe!Ī short hop by ferry, or even a flight from Southampton Airport will get you to St Marys Island, capital of the Scilly’s, and in the heartland of stunning coastlines, incredible weather and ample opportunites to drone your way around the quiet beaches and heathlands. We will say this: It is vitally important that you adhere to all UK drone laws, both national and locally enforced ones.Īlways check whether it is safe and legal to fly your drone before you do so. Drones are increasingly popular in the UK so we’ve decided to put together a list of some of the best (and safest) places to fly your drone, and get some cracking photos along the way. ![]()
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