Solent CTA
I agree, and have always found Solent Radar really helpful in giving transits. I normally ask for 5000ft VFR or IFR and have never been refused. The only problem arises when some pilots start rambling on for 20 seconds or more, giving their life stories on the R/T instead of making a short transit request. It blocks the frequency for everyone else including the Controllers who sometimes seem to exhibit the patience of Job.