The Balloon Flight

Up, Up And Away Few can resist the attraction as one hundred feet of wispy nylon majestically rises with the dragon-like roar of the burners. As you take off you'll be more aware of the ground dropping away than of any sensation of movement or rising. The feeling of peace and tranquillity is heightened by the apparent lack of wind - because you're moving with it. The Tapestry Below Once in the air, your balloon travels to heights of up to several thousand feet, allowing you to gaze down upon villages, towns and the countryside. The 'miniature' people and cars scattered seemingly at random across the ground below look as if they've fallen from a toy box.

Picture This The supremely steady balloon basket provides an excellent vantage point for aerial photography. This un-missable opportunity to record your trip is heightened by the ability of the pilot to turn the balloon using the 'rotation vents' - these provide you with a truly panoramic view as you float through the air. Wild Thing You'll also have a good chance of spotting wildlife, particularly on morning flights. Views depend entirely on the wind on the day, which means every flight is a unique experience. All Good Things... We round off every balloon flight with a champagne toast and a commemorative flight certificate presentation, making the occasion even more memorable and ensuring that the experience is one that will stay with you for years to come. A Typical Hot Air Balloon Flight Flying over an area of the country you know well is a great experience.With Balloons Over Britain, our nationwide coverage means you might be able to look down on your own patch. Once you (the passenger) have contacted the operator in your chosen flight area you will be sent an information pack. This includes check-in times and lots of practical information about the flight to help you enjoy your ballooning experience to the full. Before your flight, telephone your local operator to check the weather, the departure time and the flight details.

THE DAY OF YOUR BALLOON FLIGHT Meet the pilot and crew, sign in Flight safety briefing Help prepare and inflate the balloon Take off Enjoy the flight of your life Balloon landing Help the crew pack the balloon away Return to start point Champagne toast Commemorative flight certificate presentation