Aerial view along the Anglesey coast with farmland, open water and the mountains of Snowdonia Anglesey, North Wales
Photo: Jim & Paul
UK drone rules and kit, in plain English

Two pilots on Anglesey, helping you fly legally and buy well.

Free tools for your Flyer ID, honest buying guides, and the rules without the jargon.

Am I legal to fly? → Best first drones

New to drones?Start here

Step 1

Check what ID you need

Answer three quick questions and get an instant answer.

Flyer ID checker →
Step 2

Pass the free Flyer ID test

Twenty practice questions on the Drone Code, each explained.

Practice test →
Step 3

Pick your first drone

Our picks for UK beginners, chosen with the rules in mind.

Beginner guide →

Already have a drone? Look up your model to see the weight, IDs and where you can fly.

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Who we are: Jim & Paul

Two mates flying a DJI Lito X1 around Anglesey since July 2026. No lab, no sponsors, just what we've learned. More about us