Bailey Balloons

About

Clive and Jo Bailey at Bailey Balloons would love to share their passion for ballooning with you and have special offers on their balloon rides over Bristol.

Flights are available through the summer April through to October and flight vouchers are available all year round making fantastic presents whatever time of year! Bailey Balloons have enjoyed many flights already this year including wedding parties, proposals, celebrations and visitors to Bristol looking for a unique way to see the city.

If you have just arrived in Bristol, or are planning a trip and would like a flight, give them a call on 01275 375300 or e-mail info@baileyballoons.co.uk!  Sometimes they do have last minute spaces!

The Ballooning Experience

Your magical champagne balloon ride over Bristol begins at the fabulous Ashton Court Estate. Carefully selected for its close proximity to the centre of the Bristol and the breath-taking views of the city that it offers - a view that can only be truly appreciated whilst gently drifting above in a hot air balloon. Passengers can be involved helping set the balloon up, before enjoying approximately a one hour flight. Chilled champagne is served after the flight to celebrate before returning to the launch site, where each passenger is presented with a commemorative flight certificate.

The whole experience takes between three and four hours. The meeting times vary throughout the year as balloon flights take place a couple of hours after sunrise and before sunset when the winds are at their calmest.

What you’ll see

As you peacefully float above the city, you will view some of Bristol’s best-known landmarks from a very special perspective. These could include Brunel’s Clifton Suspension Bridge, spanning the beautiful Avon Gorge, as well as views of the historic Bristol Docks and Brunel’s impressive ss Great Britain. The replica of John Cabot’s famous ship, The Matthew, can also be seen moored up alongside, when not sailing.

With the wind as your guide, your balloon ride may also take you above Temple Meads Station, the stunning St. Mary Redcliffe Church or Bristol Cathedral… or in a different direction you may hear the roaring of lions and monkeys calling as you drift over Bristol Zoo. You may also be lucky enough to fly over the Victorian Country House, Tyntesfield, in Wraxall. On a clear day, there may also be the chance for a spectacular view over the West Country Bridges and the new Severn Crossing.

What’s Included

The Bailey Balloons Flight Package includes:
• up to an hour’s balloon flight, chilled champagne, beer or soft drinks on touch down
• a flight certificate & transport back to the launch site
• in-flight photos can be purchased as a memento of your flight
• they can also arrange transport to the site including by helicopter, or arrange VIP parking, meals, hotels, corporate hospitality packages; just ask & they can arrange it for you

Group Flights

Bailey Balloons specialise in offering flights for any size group from 1- 100 people with their fleet of various sized balloons.  A family fun day? Are you organising a Stag or Hen party? An extra special birthday treat for family and friends? Whether it is for 2, 4, 6, 12 or 100 people, Bailey Balloons are able to accommodate your group whatever the size and provide a tailor made, interactive and exhilarating ballooning experience to exceed your expectations.  Group discounts are available on selected packages for groups of two or more – call Bailey Balloons to discuss your requirements and get a quote.

Bristol Balloon Fiesta Flights

The Bristol Balloon Fiesta 8-11th August is an amazing spectacle with over 120 balloons in the air so come and fly with Bailey Balloons to have a chance to be part of this iconic balloon fiesta. Flights start from £200 per person in one of their balloons with other passengers. The Saturday evening is almost sold out and is £225 per person or you can book a 2-person exclusive balloon for £350 per person.

Come and fly with Bailey Balloons and have a memory of Bristol that will last forever.