Bailey Balloons At The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta
Thursday 9th Sunday 12th August 2007
The Bristol Balloon Fiesta is the largest balloon fiesta in Europe and one of the largest outdoor events in the UK, with over half a million visitors attending over the four days. Each day over 100 hot air balloons lift off in the early morning and early evening, weather permitting of course, along with spectacular Night Glows on the Thursday and Saturday evenings. Balloons Over Britain operator Bailey Balloons fly from the Fiesta, and the companies Flight Director Clive Bailey is responsible for the twice-daily launch of over 100 balloons. There is a hugely varied selection of stalls, a French market and numerous catering outlets surrounding the launch arena. The arena plays host to many special events and attractions throughout the day, which have included Camel Racing, Wing Walking and an outstanding Parachute Display Team.
Aerosaurus Balloons At the Westcountry Balloon Fiesta
Friday 24 - Monday 27th August 2007
The Westcountry Balloon Fiesta & Day at the Races is a weekend field event raising money for charities attracting up to 60 balloons each year. A Day at the Races is a full weekend of pantomime horse races, with an on-site "tote" for the keen gambler! In addition there is live music, a beer tent, craft & charity fairs, amusements, inflatables and much, much more.
Balloons Over Britain operator Aerosaurus Balloons will be flying out of the balloon fiesta taking part in mass balloon launches throughout the weekend and are the only commercial operator at the event, their is also a spectacular 'Night Glow' on the Saturday evening.
Birthday Celebrations
Balloons Over Britain member Wickers World is celebrating its 20th Anniversary in 2007. Wickers world was established in 1987 by experienced commercial balloonists Jon Rudoni and Andy Rawson, the company now has the ability to fly 4000 thousand passengers each year and owns a fleet of ten balloons. "As a family business we are passionate about ballooning, and offer our customers an unrivalled service. Long before we ever considered a commercial enterprise, we were ballooning for pleasure at our own expense"
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