Cats Tor
📍 England , Derbyshire · Nearest city: Whaley Bridge (6 km)
11 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 507 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
53.28070, -2.00900Forecast next days
Updated: 2026-04-21 02:51 UTC · Source: Open-Meteo · Thermal window 10:00–18:00 local time
Not recommended for flying, cloud base ~1431 m, strong wind (30 km/h).
base ~1431m · wind 30 km/hNot recommended for flying, cloud base ~1281 m, strong wind (29 km/h).
base ~1281m · wind 29 km/hMarginal conditions, cloud base ~761 m, wind 20 km/h.
base ~761m · wind 20 km/hComposite flyability score (CAPE + LI + wind + precip + low clouds). Cross-check with local pilots before flying.
🌬 Daily wind (next days)
Daily summary (10m wind). Full hour × altitude chart is being added progressively.
Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.38 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Pilot comments
This site is open to Peak Soaring Association and associated club members - guests are welcome however we ask that you are a BHPA member and first contact the club. The site guide provides essential safety information and describes requirements set down by the land owners to ensure continued access.
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