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Ullswater Weekday Anytime Balloon Flight

Let the beauty of Ullswater and the Lake District unfold before you as you drift gently overhead on a ballooning adventure of a lifetime!

Balloon Flight Over Ullswater

champagne weekday anytime balloon ride

Stunning. Glorious. Uplifting. And simply unforgettable…

Start your champagne Virgin Balloon flight at the impressive Dalemain Mansion and Gardens, located at the northern end of Ullswater which provides for a perfectly civilised way to start your ballooning escape over the captivating Lake District countryside.

As the unforgettable journey begins, be on the scout for Pooley Bridge, which takes its name from the 16th century crossing that spans the River Eamont on the northern tip of Ullswater, quite close to the Dalemain Estate. As you enjoy the breeze up high, so others will be embracing it down on the water as Ullswater is popular with all sorts of watercraft. You might even spot one of the steamers taking tourists on trips on the lake.

On landing you will be transported back to Dalemain Mansion – the perfect opportunity to explore the house and gardens (something you can do beforehand if you’re on an afternoon flight). With so much to see and do in this gorgeous part of the Lake District, you’re ballooning adventure can be either the perfect start or wonderful closure to some quality time exploring one of England’s most beautiful regions.

 

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Program

Having made your way to the launch site, you will meet your balloon crew and begin to feel the anticipation rising as the balloon envelope is laid out on the ground ready for inflation. This part of the experience takes about an hour.

If you'd like to help with the balloon inflation, that's great. If not, just take in the fresh Lake District air and soak up the atmosphere as the burners ignite and start to fill the balloon with hot air.

With final safety checks in order, it will be time to jump aboard the basket of your hot air balloon and ease gently off and upwards. Soon the expansive views open up and the sheer splendour of the Lake District presents itself in all its glory.

Drifting serenely over the stunning scenery near Ullswater, your balloon pilot will point out the key landmarks and sights. Be sure to take way too many pictures! But most importantly, let your Lake District ballooning adventure let you feel free and relaxed like never before...

After an hour of unforgettable ballooning, your pilot will prepare the balloon for landing. As your journey is at the will of the wind, you could be landing at any number of locations! Take in the last of the big views as you make your descent.

Having experienced the excitement of a balloon landing, it will be time to disembark and enjoy a champagne toast! You will then get collected by the ground crew and returned to launch site, armed with a flight certificate and emotions you'll treasure for a lifetime.

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