DROPZONE INFORMATION
1 GENERAL INFORMATION & FACILTIES
2 LOCATION & CAR PARKING
3 PUBLIC TRANSPORT
4 CAFE
5 PUBLIC TOILETS
6 TANDEM JUMPER INFORMATION
7CONTACT & FEEDBACK
Welcome to Skydive Hibaldstow, we are a professional and experienced parachute centre based near Brigg in North Lincolnshire.
This document aims to accurately describe the facilities and services that we offer our customers / visitors allowing them to make an informed decision as to whether it meets their particular needs.
We offer tandem skydives and AFF training for complete beginners as well as being home to a community of sports skydivers and hosts to the National Skydiving Championships.
If you want to visit the Dropzone, entrance is free, we even have our own free carpark for our customers. (Please see map for carparking spaces)
Skydiving experiences are priced as advertised.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION & FACILTIES Our centre consists of a large clubhouse housing our reception with shop, a café and a large indoor seating area with accessible toilet facilities. Wi-fi is available free of charge in the main building.
The customer journey starts outside, our customers are advised that the ground is uneven in places and extra care should be taken when moving around.
Our induction area, is accessible via a ramp/steps, where double doors can be open if needed. The room is set out giving room for people with pushchairs/wheelchairs and other mobility aids.
The main reception entrance consists of two wide steps, and an accessible ramp is available to the side of the building, double doors can be opened if needed. The reception desk has a lower level section for easy access.
Outside there is a spectator viewing area approximately 50 metres from the main tandem landing area with bench seating. Limited shade is available so in summer months we recommend bringing sunscreen/hats especially for children or the elderly.
We do not have facilities for children and they must be supervised at all times Dogs are not permitted on the airfield at all (except guide dogs) Although there is a licenced bar onsite, the consumption of alcohol is prohibited for anyone taking part in skydiving activities. Spectators are reminded to drink responsibly and with respect to others customers onsite
2. LOCATION & CAR PARKING
The former RAF Base has been home to Skydive Hibaldstow for over 25 years and is located just outside the small rural village of Hibaldstow, in North Lincolnshire. Unfortunately, the village doesn’t have regular public transport.
How to reach us Directions from the South Directions from the North
Use the A1(M) to travel North Travel East on the M62 Get off at the A46 and travel East towards Leave the motorway at Junction 35 Lincoln joining the M18 South Take the A15 to the North After 7 miles, take exit 5 to the M180 Exit the A15 right on to Mill Road which is Leave the M180 at Junction 4, signpostested Skydive Hibaldstow following the signs for the A15 At the junction, turn right onto the B1206, Exit the A15 on to Mill Road, which is Redbourne Road signposted Skydive Hibaldstow Take the first left, signposted Skydive At the junction, turn right onto the Hibaldstow, 400m turn right into the airfield B1206, Redbourne Road Parking is next to the hangar – walk along Take the first left, signposted Skydive the roped pathway towards the main Hibaldstow, 400m turn right into the clubhouse airfield Parking is next to the hangar – walk along the roped pathway towards the main clubhouse
An accessible drop-off point/parking bay near the main reception and a closer alternative car park (marked overflow on the map below) is available.
We would recommend using the drop-off point for those with wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Please note South Carr Road is a tarmac road, however the track past the farm barns is an unsealed road.
3. PUBLIC TRANSPORT
TRAIN
The closest train station is SCUNTHORPE (SCU) Station Road, Scunthorpe DN15 6PY
There is a train station in Brigg, however services to this station run Saturdays only and are infrequent.
TAXIS
There is a taxi rank outside Scunthorpe station. The journey will take about 15 minutes and should cost no more than £20.
Other local taxi companies Brigg private hire taxis Ltd :01652 657575 Cary Lane Taxis 01652 656206 AD Taxi 01652 640922 www.jujtaxis.co.uk offer wheelchair accessible taxis from Scunthorpe
BUS The closest main bus station is Scunthorpe. There are limited bus services to Hibaldstow. It may be possible to travel to Brigg and then catch a taxi from there. Call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 for more information on local bus transport.
Local Bus Services
#4 Route : Normanby Enterprise Park - Scunthorpe - Broughton - Brigg
Mon to Sat = Hornsby Coaches Sun & Bank Holidays = Stagecoach
#94 Route : Gainsthorpe - Redbourne - Hibaldstow - Sturton - Scawby -Brigg
Mon to Sat = Hornsby Coaches
4. Cafe
The main area measures approx. 210 sq metres.
The flooring is even and covered with industrial carpet tiles. Seating is in individual padded chairs and tables for four. In addition, there are a several higher round tables with stools.
Opening Times
Low Season
Weds - Sun 8am – 3pm* Fri – Sun 8am – 10pm (Bar)
High Season
Mon - Fri 8am – 6pm Fri - Sun 8am – 12pm (Bar)
*Later evening meals midweek subject to demand.
Menu
The menu is projected onto screen on the bar, as well as on printed menus. Black writing on white background.
Private Hire for functions/celebrations
Private Hire is available for birthday parties, Christmas dinners, corporate events and wedding receptions.
For events, venue hire and specific enquiries please call Skydive Hibaldstow on 01652 648837.
5. Public Toilets
Inside the main clubhouse are spacious male and female toilets with cubicles.
All facilities are well lit with even linoleum flooring.
An accessible ramp is available into the main clubhouse via 1.95m wide doors.
There is a large custom built accessible toilet Wide door 1m10cm
Space inside for full wheelchair access & turning – room measures 2.2m in length x 1.5m wide
Lowered sink
Handrails
Toilet backrest
Emergency cord
These toilet facilities are available whenever the airfield is open. Please see Section 1.
One additional accessible toilet is situated in the ladies toilets in the onsite bunkhouse.
The private en-suite bedroom also has an accessible wet- room shower with lowered showerhead, folding seat and multiple handrails.
6. Tandem Jumper Specific Information
If you are taking part in a tandem skydive with us then please note the following information :
You’ll be directed to our induction area, which is accessable by both a ramp and steps. Access to the main reception is via two wide steps and two sets of double doors (1.8m wide). An accessible ramp is available to the side of the clubhouse.
Large print paperwork is available on request.
Our tandem briefings will take place in our induction room, located on one level accessable by both ramp and steps – with a wide door for easy access
The briefing room has benches/chairs and clipboards for completing the briefing check-sheet. Large print is available on request.
For further information regards skydiving with limited mobility please contact us on 01652 648837 or email [email protected]
When it is your turn to jump you will escourted to the kitting up area on the flightline to change into your skydiving jumpsuit and collect your goggles and headgear.
Small lockers are available to store any valuables for those attending on their own.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR TANDEM SPECTATORS
Spectators are always welcome however please be aware that if you are attending with a tandem customer then the expected experience time midweek is 2-4 hours, and on weekends 3-5 hours. Waiting times could be longer on busy days or when weather causes delays, so please consider this for elderly or young people.
Exterior seating is in the form of wooden bench seating and picnic tables.
7. Contact & Feedback
Reservations
We run a dedicated reservations & sales office at the Dropzone – this enables us to offer a high standard of service by answering calls and emails straight away during the week.
Reservations Office : 01652 648837
Email: [email protected]
Operating hours are based on the opening hours of the Dropzone.
Feedback
We appreciate and welcome any comments relating to your visit to Skydive HIbaldstow. We are always interested in ways to improve our visitor experiences. Please email your enquiry or comment to [email protected] telephone +44 (0) 1652 648837 or contact a member of staff when you visit us.
Company Details Sidetarget Ltd Trading as Target Skysports & Skydive Hibaldstow Company Reg No. 2236528 Registered Office : Woodleigh Hall Farm, Woodlands Drive, Rawdon, Leeds.LS19 6JT
Opening Times
Reception and our bookings/sales office opening times are as follows:
Reception Low season (Oct – Feb):
Wednesday – Friday 0845 – 1700 Saturday – Sunday 0745 – 1700
Mid Season (Mar, Apr, May, Sep):
Monday – Friday 0845 – 1800 (closed Tuesday) Saturday – Sunday 0745 – 1800
High Season (Jun – Aug):
Monday – Friday 0845 – 2100 Saturday – Sunday 0745 - 2100
Sales/Booking Office Low season (Oct – Feb):
Monday – Friday 0845 – 1700 Saturday – Sunday 0745 – 1700
Mid Season (Mar, Apr, May, Sep):
Monday – Friday 0845 – 1800 (closed Tuesday) Saturday – Sunday 0745 – 1800
High Season (Jun – Aug):
Monday – Friday 0845 – 2100 Saturday – Sunday 0745 - 2100