Leeming trip ?

["YellowBelly"]

I get my licence back in July if the DVLA get there fingers out, and going to have a day off work a short trip over to Leeming for a visit.So if anyone as any tips for parking and other things please let me know ?.......

[Chris Gurney]

There is a viewing area at RAF Leeming which is probably the best spot to watch for general movements. However if you wish to take pics then the 8ft fence is a bit of a problem, however there are a couple of spots around the base where better positions for photography are available.
The image below was taken from the viewing area......

[vulcan2912]

Hi Mike

The viewing area is an absolute dog for photography.The fences were all changed last year and are now even higher.There are much better places for taking photos and getting that "jet" experience-full burner take off straight over your head never fails to impress!!!.If you just want to watch it's fine though.If you fancy a trip with a bit of company let me know and i'm sure we can sort something out.I don't even mind driving if you want to go before July.

Cheers
Gary

["YellowBelly"]

Cheers Gary I would love a trip, pictures would not be my main focus even though I would be taking them. The camera I have would not be up to standard.Just seeing and listening would be good enough for me considering it would be my first visit to a base.
Let me know Gary if you have anything coming up and I will see if I can get time off work...

[Rich]

Agree with Gary about the fence. The car park is good on the odd occasion they are taking off from that end of the field and is worth a visit, especially if you are not too fussed about photos, there is a minor road at the southern end of the field where you can get some good low passes when they are landing only for picture purposes , it's good for take offs too depending on wind direction.

["YellowBelly"]

Cheers guys thanks for your help !!