Getting involved in Hot Air Ballooning

Even if you are not thinking of taking a Hot Air Balloon flight in the very near future, why not get involved in Hot Air Ballooning by attending a festival? Many of these are held up and down the country throughout the year from small gatherings of a dozen or so up to 100 balloons. Weather permitting, mass ascents take place during morning and evening and often offer a nightglow ’spectacular’.

When attending do take a camera and wear flat comfy shoes and because it is often quite cool in the early mornings in the UK, wear layers of clothing and make it a day, take a picnic. Remember to go early, buy a programme and watch the weather reports because if it is going to be very windy or there are gales, fog, thunder and lightening then do something else! The next event to be held is the so called “Brass Monkey Meet” organised by the Pennine Region Balloon Association on Sat 2nd Feb 2008 - Sun 3rd Feb 2008 at Rudding Park Harrogate Yorkshire. Keep watching our site and we will update you on future events.