✈️ Your First Gliding Experience: What to Expect at Trent Valley Gliding Club

Have you ever dreamed of soaring silently through the sky, taking in breathtaking views with nothing but the wind to guide you?

A gliding experience flight at Trent Valley Gliding Club could be the perfect way to turn that dream into reality.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or just curious about what it’s like to fly without an engine, this guide will walk you through what to expect on your first glider flight — and why Trent Valley is the ideal place to start your journey.

👋 A Warm Welcome from a Friendly Club

When you arrive at our peaceful airfield near Kirton in Lindsey, you’ll be greeted by one of our friendly club members. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment for everyone — whether you’re 14 or 74.

You’ll have a chance to look around, meet your instructor, and soak up the unique atmosphere of a working gliding club.

🧑‍✈️ Meet Your Instructor

Your gliding experience will be led by one of our highly trained, British Gliding Association-approved instructors. They’ll guide you through every step of your flight and make sure you feel completely at ease.

Before take-off, you’ll get a simple, easy-to-follow briefing that covers:

• What to expect during the flight
• How the glider is launched and controlled
• Basic safety procedures

No prior experience is needed — just a sense of adventure and a desire to try something new.

🚀 The Launch: Towed into the Sky

At Trent Valley, our gliders are launched by a powered tug aircraft. It’s a spectacular moment: you’ll feel a smooth pull as the glider is towed into the air, then an incredible stillness once you’re released to fly freely — no engine noise, just you and the sky.

🪂 What It Feels Like to Glide

Gliding is unlike any other flying experience. It’s:

• Quiet and peaceful
• Smooth and graceful
• A truly immersive connection with the air around you

You’ll soar over the Lincolnshire countryside, often spotting landmarks, fields, and wildlife from a whole new perspective.

And here’s the best part — you might even get a chance to take the controls yourself under your instructor’s guidance!

📸 Bring Family or Friends

You’re welcome to bring family or friends to watch your flight, take photos, and enjoy a coffee while soaking in the airfield atmosphere. It’s a brilliant day out for everyone.

🎫 How to Book Your Gliding Experience

We offer a range of trial flight packages, including:

• Introductory Flights – Ideal for a one-off experience
• Voucher Flights – Perfect as gifts
• Flight Bundles – For those ready to take the next step into training

👉 Book your gliding experience now
Or visit us as part of the Wolds Outdoor Festival to get a taste of the action!

🌟 Take the First Step into Something Amazing

Many of our members started with a single trial flight and never looked back. Whether you want to fly solo, take up a new hobby, or just tick something off your bucket list — we’d love to welcome you to Trent Valley Gliding Club.

Come and experience the thrill of flight — no engine required.