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Coward's bowl

14🟡 Marginal

United Kingdom · Takeoff 187 m

Forecast next days

2026-07-0460

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~717 m, viento fuerte (28 km/h).

Wind max: 28 km/h
Base: 717 m
CAPE: 40
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0565

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~1131 m, viento 21 km/h.

Wind max: 21 km/h
Base: 1131 m
CAPE: 90
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0680

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~978 m, viento 17 km/h.

Wind max: 17 km/h
Base: 978 m
CAPE: 130
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0765

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~819 m, viento 22 km/h.

Wind max: 22 km/h
Base: 819 m
CAPE: 30
LI: 0.0

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Takeoff description

Anywhere in the bowl facing into the prevailing wind. Paragliders should not launch directly in front of rigging hang glider pilots. Be aware that in stronger winds it may not be possible to penetrate out from the bowl. Also be aware that horses may be using the bridlepath running up the spur and may be spooked by inflating gliders.

About this site

Coward's bowl is a paragliding launch site in United Kingdom, near Mere. Takeoff elevation is 187 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 14/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: S, SW. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.