Don't forget Shobdon, good rates, good instructors with uncontrolled airspace for your initial training. With Tiger helicopters, Sabre Airsport, Hereford Gliding Club and Hereford Aeroclub you get plenty of experience mixing with helicopters, microlights and gliders in the circuit.
Good cafe, bar and on site camping/caravan park.
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http://www.aeroclub.co.uk