Maybe it’s about time you saw the world from a different perspective. At Balloons Over Britain we specialise at giving you just that! Since 1991 we have been the UK’s largest and longest established balloon flight operators and have provided a nationwide ballooning network covering areas across Scotland, England and Wales. In fact, we have over 70 different launch site locations across the UK! With over 40 balloons spread out across our member companies, we are able to offer a continuous service right across the season which is normally from March to the end of October. However some companies offer flights over extended periods. With dawn and dusk flights, seven days a week, Balloons Over Britain proudly fly over one-third of all balloon flight passengers across the United Kingdom.

All of our member companies offer a breathtaking experience and each holds Civil Aviation Authority licensing. Our member companies include the following:

Adventure Balloons – Adventure balloons covers areas across Berkshire, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, South Oxfordshire, London and Surrey and have been operating since 1985! Adventure Balloons even offer a dedicated birthday balloon service which is complemented with its own ‘HAPPY BIRTHDAY’ birthday!

Aerosaurus Balloons – Aerosaurus Balloons offer flights across locations Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, South Somerset and Wiltshire. The company have been operating for 23 years!

Airborne Balloon Flights – Airborne Balloon Flights cover the Kent and Sussex areas and have been in flight for 18 years.

Alba Ballooning – Alba Ballooning covers Edinburgh, Kinross, the Scottish Borders and Northumberland and have been flying since 2000.

Anglian Countryside Balloons – Anglian Countryside Balloons proudly covers the Essex area and began ballooning in the early 1990’s.

Balloon Rides – Balloon Rides fly over the beautiful Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, their founder having over 30 years experience in flying and manufacturing balloons.

Bailey Balloons – Bailey Balloons has locations across Bath, Bristol, North Somerset and South Wales and offer a wealth of experience, untouchable safety record and clear passion for ballooning.

The Ballooning Business – The Ballooning Business has launch sites in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire and began flying in 1989.

Broadland Balloons – Broadland Balloons cover Norfolk and Suffolk and have nearly 20 years experience in passenger ballooning.

Wickers World – Wickers World have sites in Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Cheshire, Herefordshire, Shropshire and Staffordshire and have been a passenger balloons flights company for 22 years!

To book a flight with one of the above balloon flights operators, simply call on 0845 071 6388 or book online.

The Ballooning Business are one of the Balloons Over Britain corporations best hot air balloon flights operators covering locations across Northampton, Milton Keynes, Leicester, Bedford, Huntingdon and Banbury. The company started out in 1989 and have since then flown thousands of passengers over some of Britain’s most glorious countryside! With our wealth of experience, in fact with our pilot’s decades of hot air ballooning experience, we have perfected the art of giving the ultimate ballooning experience.

Whether you’re thinking of booking a flight and want to know more, you have a date in mind and want to check availability, you want to book a romantic flight for two or you have a big group birthday party, The Ballooning Business will not disappoint. With flights from as little as £79 per person, our prices aim to please and for your money you can expect to enjoy at least three hours with us including your magical hour gracefully floating over your favourite spots, the thrill of the take off and the crescendo of your landing, but also everything in between. At The Ballooning Business we actively encourage all our passengers to help setup, inflate and of course pack away the balloon in order to enjoy the experience as a whole.

If you’d like to talk to one of our team we’re always happy to answer any questions you may have and of course to check availability and make bookings for you. Just call us on 01604 768 617, alternatively you can buy a gift voucher online, book a flight date, request a brochure or even request a call back! Finally, if you’d like to get in touch by e-mail, the address is – sales@ballooningbusiness.co.uk.

Airborne Balloons are one of Balloons Over Britain’s most prestigious balloon flights member companies, in fact they are the largest and most respected company offering flights in and across Kent and Sussex.  With stunning launch sites at venues such as Leeds Castle, the Hop Farm and Buxted Park, you can be sure that you’ll enjoy a beautiful flight over some of England’s most delightful countryside. With Airborne’s new Winter Offer, you can be sure that your finances won’t get in the way of you booking a flight this year. With a deposit of just £50, you won’t have to pay another penny until 1^st April 2012‼

You have a choice of different flight options at Airborne Balloons:

Earlybird – A sunrise balloon flight followed with a champagne celebration! – Just £99 per person Monday – Friday.

Midweek – A weekday champagne balloon flight choosing between sunrise or sunset. – Just £120 per person Monday – Friday.

Open – The most flexible option offering either sunset or sunrise flights, followed by a champagne celebration any day, seven days a week! Just £135 per person.

Exclusive – A very special VIP flight for two passengers in an executive balloon flying at either sunrise or sunset, seven days a week! Just £695 all in!

Group – A VIP flight for up to eight people for corporate or private bookings. Available seven days a week for a total of £995!

Nationwide – A flexible ‘open’ voucher fiving you the choice of over 70 different locations across the UK, seven days a week! Available at just £169 per person.

To book simply call us on 01622 873200, email: sales@airborneballoons.co.uk or book online!

Balloons Over Britain are the UK’s leading balloon flights co-ordinator managing balloon operators right across the UK. Most of our members companies have been operating passenger balloon rides for over ten years and some hold experience for twice as long as that! It’s no wonder that Balloons Over Britain are the UK’s number one choice for passenger balloon rides!

Considering our extensive list of member companies along with the many years experience held by all, Balloons Over Britain hold an unparalleled wealth of operational experience combined with the highest operating standards. However more impressively, from our endless experience has come many of the procedures that have now been incorporated into the industries standards via our regulatory body, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)! And to clarify, all Balloons Over Britain members hold Air Operators Certificates issued by the CAA. Please note that this certification is only granted to fare-paying-passenger carrying companies who satisfy the organisational and safety requirements required by the CAA.

You can experience an intimate balloon ride for two or even make a booking for a party of 16, that’s the beauty of Balloons Over Britain, with all our member companies, we have a choice of so many balloons! Take a look at our map of the UK for an idea of the areas we cover, or alternatively view our list of balloon ride operators.

However many of our customers are not looking for a standard passenger balloon ride, instead they turn to us for help with Corporate entertainment as incentives for their customers and clients or even their staff and often people come to us regarding Commercial opportunities for balloon operation and advertising. Whatever it is you’re looking for, simply visit our site or call us on 0845 071 6388 for more information.

Hot air ballooning began as a crazy hobby entertained by the wealthy (or the slightly insane) and for many years ballooning over certain distances and oceans became an ambition of many. It has now established itself as a highly beneficial medium for advertising, as a popular corporate entertainment activity or incentive, and at the top of many people’s ‘Top Ten Things to Do Before They Die’.

In terms of corporate entertainment, what better way to treat potential clients and respected clients than a hot air balloon ride, particularly a ride which ends where the balloons lands within the grounds of a conference venue and is summed up with chilled champagne! When launching new products and campaigns hot air ballooning has taken its crowd by storm launching balloons of almost any shape into the sky. The company brand or product can be seen by thousands over a massive area.

In 1991, 6 of the UK’s largest and longest running balloon flight operators created the nationwide flight network which today we know as Balloons Over Britain. However the popularity of hot air ballooning only grew, as did their network; Balloons Over Britain now has 12 member companies who cover pretty much every flyable area in the UK. With locations dotted around London, the Lake District, Scotland, the South West of England, Wales and more, Balloons over Britain are proud of their achievement as the only comprehensive national balloon flight network throughout Britain.

Ballooning itself is a treat for anyone of any age who seeks any kind of thrill. A weather dependant activity it can often be a case of third time lucky, which just adds to the adventure! When the conditions are right, you’ll get that call and before you know it you’ll have helped set up the balloon and will be waiting with anticipation in the basket itself – that’s right – you, in the basket of a hot air balloon, your dream being realised. Imagine the butterflies in your tummy when it dawns on you that you’ve actually started rising, when you realise the basket is no longer on the ground, your airborne!

This could be you with just one phone call, or a couple of clicks. You can book online, read more about Balloons Over Britain and our member companies on our site, call us for a chat, or even book it with us over the phone; it’s simple, just call 0845 071 6388 or visit us at www.balloonsoverbritain.co.uk.

Only at Alba Ballooning can you look forward to a flight this September with a £20 discount PER PERSON! In celebration of 11 years in operation, here at Alba Ballooning we’ve decided to show our customers the gratitude we feel for their consistent loyalty and custom. We offer balloon rides near Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh and the surrounding and truly stunning Lothian and Peeblesshire countryside. You can even book flights over the scenic region of Perth, Kinrosshire and Fife, and our newly acquired flight location of the Tweed Valley in the Scottish Borders along with Northumberland from near Morpeth.

If you’re thinking about getting involved remember, we schedule daily flights during early morning and evening slots, this way we’re able to capture the most beautiful parts of the day. Our flights run from mid March to late October and you’ll find that we fly during the winter period on occasion. With a fleet of three balloons each with baskets to accommodate between 6 and 12 passengers, we have the choice to tailor the flight to your individual requirements. Each balloon basket is sectioned into comfortably padded 2 or 3 person compartments which have safe high sides. But what pleases our customer the most is our friendly and personal touch combined with our professional service.

We relish the fact that our balloons take no more than 12 passengers, that’s quite enough! There are many companies who have balloons that will take 16 passengers and treat their customers like they’re buying tickets for a bus journey. With us we like to make our customers feel special and we consistently strive to make your day individual, magical.

We do not oversell more places than we are able to fly, this way we know that everyone will have plenty of opportunity to fly with us without the extensive waiting lists! In fact we even go as far as to display our Flight Schedules online so that you can see for yourselves when you’re likely to be in the air. Still, it always helps to talk to a person when booking an adventure such as this, so if you have any questions at all, or would simply rather book over the phone, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch on 01875 830709.

It is thanks to their clear passion for ballooning, their great wealth of experience and their unblemished safety record that Bailey Balloons have earned themselves their remarkable reputation in the world of ballooning. Ran by Jo and Clive Bailey the company boast a friendly and personal ballooning experience and based in Bristol, they have their pick of stunning flights paths!

Bailey Balloons have a large fleet of various sized balloons which means they are capable of tailoring the flight to suit the individual. Whether it’s a balloon ride for two or a party for 16, Bailey Balloons can accommodate. The fleet includes;

G-CEWX – Original 106.5, Cameron Z350 is the newest passenger rides balloon and has a basket fitted with seats!

G-CESC – The Klober Balloon is the latest edition to the Bailey Balloons fleet and was built in Bristol at the Cameron’s factory. This balloon was used to promote Permo Air- a high end roofing underlay.

G-CDIH - Cameron Z 275 is a relatively new balloon which can carry up to 12 to 14 passengers and is used from launch sites in Bristol, Bath and South Wales. This balloon has BAILEY BALLOONS around the circumference.

G-BYYD – The Cameron A 250 (250 thousand cubic feet) is flown from launch sites in Bristol, Bath and South Wales. It can be flown from other launch sites by special arrangement and carries 12 passengers. This balloon has tasteful maroon, red and white vertical stripes.

G-CEDF – EDF – Owned by EDF Energy and operated by Bailey Balloons, the EDF energy balloon is used for exclusive balloon flights for two from the main launch sites and from other launch sites by special arrangement. Bailey Balloons have operated balloons for SWEB (now EDF Energy) for 10 years.

G-BWUU – Discovery Channel Balloon – The Discovery Channel sponsored the 2005 and 2006 Bristol International Balloon Fiesta and in 2005 Clive Bailey flew from the main arena at the fiesta with Ian Ashpole suspended underneath the balloon sitting on a Chopper Motorbike! Ian leapt of at 3,500 feet and parachuted safely down. The stunt was filmed by Sky News. This balloon is used for exclusive flights.

G-CBNW – The Bristol and West hot air balloon has been in operation for six years and is used for 2-3 person exclusive hot air balloon flights. This balloon was also used in the James Bond stunt at the Bristol Balloon Fiesta in 2003.

G-CDLB – The BASS is a special shaped balloon which was introduced in 2005. This balloon made history when at the 2005 Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, it became the Highest Pint Pulled. A beer engine was installed and the Captain of Bristol Rugby Team pulled a pint 3,500ft above Bristol.

G-DSPK – Another Balloon made by Cameron’s in Bristol. This balloon is flown by Bailey Balloons for D S Smith Packaging and is coloured blue, red and white, holding 5 – 6 passengers.  It can be hired exclusively and flown from Bristol, Bath, South Wales or other launch sites by arrangement.

G-BSOF – Thunder and Colt A25 Cloud Hopper – Jo used a similar balloon for the Landrover Discovery advert in Vancouver in September. A one person balloon that is used for filming and fun.

Promotion and advertising is pivotal to a business’s success which is why so many companies are going down more interesting routes in order to grab the attention of their potential customers. There are various ways to promote your company, its services and its products; television and radio are very popular, as is the use of billboards and bus shelters, however a method which has become increasing popular is hot air balloon corporate advertising.

There are a great many companies who use hot air balloons as a means of advertising or promoting their product or service. This form of advertising is possibly the most attention grabbing as when a person sees a hot air balloon from the ground, they are automatically fixated by it and generally study it in order to the see the pilot, passengers or pattern on the balloon. Often you’ll see a message on the basket itself, while the roar of the burners keeps the viewers mesmerised. If when the viewers look up and see an advert on the side of the envelope, on the basket or even see the actual envelope in the shape of the product, then they will certainly be more likely to remember the product!

Balloons which are specifically shaped like the product they are advertising are often referred to as ‘Special Shape’ balloons. A fantastic example of a special shaped balloon and a very famous one at that is the Bud Light Spirit Of Freedom, flown by Steve Fossett on the first solo circumnavigation of the globe. This voyage was obviously a fantastic promotional aid for Bud Light as they were the official sponsor of the balloon, meaning their name was mentioned every time the balloon was talked about.

If you’d like to advertise your companies services or products using a hot air balloon or specially shaped hot air balloon, then why not get in touch with Balloons Over Britain who co-ordinate many balloon flight companies across the UK. Balloons Over Britain have a wealth of experience in making balloons the centre of attention – call us on 0845 071 6388.

Is your company about to launch a new product line, or maybe you’re starting up a complete new business altogether? Well what better way to get your companies name or your new products face out there than to stick it on a hot air balloon and launch it into the sky?! Here at Balloons Over Britain, not only do we specialise in offering unbeatable balloon flights across the whole of the UK, but we also offer a facility which enables companies to get their brand noticed in the most influential way. It could really be a spectacular event; your companies colours soaring into the sky, the ‘oooh’s’ and ‘ahhhh’s’ of the crowd followed closely behind as the burners roar. Impress your spectators with an oversized picture of your product encapsulating a hot air balloon with the company chairman giving them a little wave underneath. What a way to get your brand noticed, do it with a hot air balloon, do it in style!

At Balloons Over Britain we have our own design specialists who will individually tailor not only the images for the balloon, but also special balloon shapes to your exact requirements. With a wealth of experience in making Balloons the centre of attention in most marketing forums, Balloons Over Britain are number one for hot air balloon corporate branding and promotion. What’s more, according to independent research, hot air balloon flights consistently fall in the “Top Ten Things” people have always wanted to do. It’s no one it makes for such an eye-grabbing publicity stunt! We’ve designed balloons for events including balloon fiestas, major sporting occasions, outdoor shows and events which attract television coverage and so on. Renowned for their ability to develop awareness and interest, they are also capable of generating desire and action in almost any target audience! Drawing in a larger crowd per pound of money than television and newspapers, why not find out how we could help you find new customers, reward existing ones or simply increase spending by contacting us and we’ll give you all the information you need to make your decision and get the ball rolling.

Airborne Balloon Flights have become a prestigious member of the Balloons Over Britain corporation and have become the largest operator of balloon rides over Kent and Sussex! With breathtaking venues at fantastic destinations, their customers have been left speechless after visiting locations including Leeds Castle, Hop Farm, Buxted Park and various other county side locations. However the company are not just famous for the airborne adventures, but also for a rather unique concept which has proven highly popular with many outdoor event organisers.

Airborne Lighting Balloons has really taken off (if you’ll excuse the pun) offering the Airborne A6000 lighting balloon for an eye opening outdoor evening event! This innovative idea provides a rather spectacular way of illuminating large areas and is filled with natural, safe and environmentally friendly helium gas. It is raised to 35 meters above the ground and illuminates an area which would normally require a great number of tower lights or ground lights, which let’s face it, are a bit past their sell by date. These balloons are perfect for event organisers who are looking for a solution which will evenly distribute light over large areas and who require a glare free outcome. This even distribution offers optimum safety and high visibility which is perfect for fun fairs, theme parks, festivals and large parties.

The light at maximum operating height will illuminate a staggering radius of approximately 100 meters, that’s nearly 8 acres! What’s more, you can even customise your balloon to advertise a particular product, brand or company or just to display some nice art work, which you’ll be happy to hear has little to no effect on the light output, yet has a fantastic effect when promoting your company or advertising sponsorship.

The balloons diameter is 4.25 meters and requires a fenced area of 10m x 10m for safe operation. The system requires a 32 Amp single phase supply, or a 10kVa generator which is to be supplied by the event organiser, however our operator will set up the lighting balloon with 90 minutes of arrival and will remain on site to ensure trouble free operation throughout the duration of the event. The system can be used for large indoor functions, and countless outdoor events and costs £600 per hire for a 12 hour event, plus the cost of the helium which is approximately £300 and transportation and accommodation at cost if necessary.

To book, contact Airborne Balloons today and see how we can make your event one to remember!