dobbin1, thanks for the info
I'll be flying out of Tatenhill (close to Derby).
Do you know any short grass strips we can fly to in that area? Perhaps even some which are not in the Pooley's guide? I'm hoping I could get a job towing gliders next year... I think it's essential I have some short grass strip experience. I already asked the instructor at the school about this and he said yes, it's not a problem so I'm sure he'll know where to go anyway.