ATC transfer point once airborne.

[Lough neagh monster]

Hi,

I work as a controller at a UK airport. As a matter of interest... What is the preferred point of transfer from Tower to Radar, in VMC?

I have always used 1000ft on QNH as my rule of thumb, enough time to get gear up and in the turn. Now we have a new procedure calling for, not until aircraft reaches 2000ft.

Any views from pilots appreciated. If you are able to tell me your outfit, if not airframe, it all would help.

Thanks.