location-photo
camera
DJI Mavic Pro
Built-in Lens
Shutter Speed
1/420 sec
Aperture
f/2.2
Focal Length
4.73mm
ISO
100

M4 & M5 Highway Intersection from the RAC Parking Lot

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@bemorephotos
From up above, capture this geometric layout of traffic weaving in and out along these criss-crossing roads. some even say it looks like a four-leaf clover! (before flying a drone, check and follow local drone regulations and permit requirements)

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Moderate
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Drone

How to get there

N51° 32' 56.0004"W2° 33' 30.3444"
This drone image was taken above the highway intersection of the M4 and M5 junctions in Bristol. To get this view, I stood in the parking lot of The RAC and launched my drone from there. You'll have to drive to get to this location, so if you don't have a car you can rent one or take a ride share.

Tips

When to go

Best season

October, November

Best time

Morning, Mid-day, Late afternoon
To get the auburn color of the landscape surrounding the M4 and M5 highways, visit in the autumn months.
For similar lighting conditions, shoot during the daytime when it's fairly cloudy so you can capture the full detail of the highways as well as get a nicely exposed image.

Field tips

Before flying a drone, check and follow local drone regulations and permit requirements.
It's not required, but I suggest keeping spare batteries and a signal booster on hand in case you lose connection to your drone.
I recommend using a drone that can fly at least 500 meters from the take off point. Having height will allow you to incorporate the entirety of the highways.
Experiment by shooting from many different perspectives and angles. The geometric shapes caused by the crossing highways are a symmetrical playground for your photography!

Current weather

Bristol
Partially cloudy
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Mon
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Tue
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Wed
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Thu
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Blue Hour

04:49
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Sunrise

05:24
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Golden Hour

18:14
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Sunset

18:59
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Do nearby

The Woodlands Golf & Country Club and The Bristol Golf Club are both nearby if you favor golfing.
If you're looking for somewhere to eat, check out the Bradley Stoke area.

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