| Q - | What do I wear? |
| A - | Sensible outdoor clothes as if you were going for a walk in the country. Do not wear skirts, shorts, synthetic fibres such as nylon and loose jewellery. Ideal footwear include flat shoes, or even better Wellingtons or walking boots, especially in Spring and Autumn, when fields may be damp. Temperatures in the air are warmer than those on the ground due to the heat of the burners so do take a hat to avoid the heat from the burners |
| Q - | Is there an age limit? |
| A - |
We have no upper age limit but ballooning is an outdoor sport
requiring a degree of agility. We recommend that people should
be fit enough to climb in and out of the basket and to stand
for about an hour. We use partitioned baskets specially designed to ensure safety, comfort and a superb view. Baskets are about 1.1 metres (42 inches) high, and have footholes to assist entry. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult on the flight and must be over 8 years old, and their height must exceed 1.4 metres (4'6"). In the interests of safety and operational requirements we cannot undertake the carriage of passengers whose declared weight exceeds 18 stone (114kg). |
| Q - | What time of day do we meet? |
| A - | Balloon flights are made either early morning or evening. Times depend on sunrise and sunset, so vary throughout the season. Typically in May, we meet you at 6am for morning flights, and 6pm for evening flights. |
| Q - | What is good ballooning weather? |
| A - | For a successful flight we require light winds, no rain and good visibility. Call us at the time specified in your map pack to confirm if the weather permits us to fly, and if so the meeting time and place. Should we have to cancel your flight at short notice for reasons such as bad weather, we reschedule your flight as soon as possible to suit your timetable. |
| Q - | Can I give it as a gift? |
| A - |
Yes! A balloon flight makes a wonderful gift for a relative or
friend for birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries, etc. Our specially designed gift card is ideal to give them on the day and is valid for 12 months. The recipient then makes the flight at any time during our season. Or you may wish to arrange a complete surprise flight for a special date. |
| Q - | How do we book? |
| A - |
Call our office to make a booking and receive your gift card by
return of post. Or telephone to make a credit card booking if time
is short. You will also be sent our map pack which includes launch site details, check in times and practical information about the flight to help you enjoy your ballooning experience. |
| Q - | How far ahead should we book? |
| A - |
We usually recommend about four weeks notice if you wish to
book a specific date. It can be less if you are not restricted
to weekends. Please telephone us to check availability. Gift cards can be booked at any time. |