Situated to the east of Lake Windermere, the market town of Kendal is a bustling location from which to explore the Lake District – and how better to get the full perspective of this stunning location, than from the basket of a balloon ride overhead. With its two castles, brace of museums and a host of interesting historic buildings and modern amenities, Kendal is a terrific base from which to get aloft.
The closest launch site is the Graythwaite Estate for flights over the southern part of the Lake District and the shimmering Lake Windermere. Or if you prefer, you can opt for a hot air balloon ride over Ullswater to see the northern part of the Lake District!
FLY FROM
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- Sunrise & sunset rides
- Weekday or weekend
- Return transportation
- Glass of bubbly
- Gift certificate
- 18 month vouchers
- Valid nationwide
BALLOON
RIDES NEAR
KENDAL
Situated to the east of Lake Windermere, the market town of Kendal is a bustling location from which to explore the Lake District – and how better to get the full perspective of this stunning location, than from the basket of a balloon ride overhead. With its two castles, brace of museums and a host of interesting historic buildings and modern amenities, Kendal is a terrific base from which to get aloft.
FLY FROM
-
- Sunrise & sunset rides
- Weekday or weekend
- Return transportation
- Glass of bubbly
- Gift certificate
- 18 month vouchers
- Valid nationwide
The closest launch site is the Graythwaite Estate for flights over the southern part of the Lake District and the shimmering Lake Windermere. Or if you prefer, you can opt for a hot air balloon ride over Ullswater to see the northern part of the Lake District!

Weekday Mornings
Let the morning Lake District breeze enliven your day on a balloon flight from the Graythwaite Estate. You also get a champagne toast, 3-4 hour experience, a luxury gift wallet and a personalised flight certificate.

Weekday Anytime
Watch the changing colours creep across the Lake District on either a morning or evening flight. This glorious 3-4 hour experience with champagne toast, luxury wallet and personalised flight certificate will bring a smile to any face!

Any Day Anytime
Your choice of sunrise or sunset, during the week and weekends. This awesome champagne balloon ride comes with a luxury gift wallet, a personalised flight certificate and a 3-4 hour experience enjoying the best of ballooning.

Compare Rides
Finding the right Windermere balloon ride is easy – click the ‘Compare Now’ button below for a comparison of costs and options. Remember, that all vouchers are valid for 18 months and can be used nationwide should your plans change.
Considered by many to be the southern gateway to the Lake District, Kendal is ideally located for ease of access to this stunning part of the world. Once here, visitors are treated to an array of shopping arcades, restaurants, historic architecture and a host of attractions.
Sitting on the banks of the River Kent, the town enjoys waterside parks, as well as a maze of streets and alleyways to explore. If you’re a keen photographer, no doubt you’ll want to capture the quintessential shot of Kendal – the arched Miller Bridge.

If you’re basing yourself in Kendal, be sure to visit the late 12th century Kendal Castle, and for the full story of the castle, make your way to Kendal Museum. But this isn’t the only museum in town! Indeed, you’ll find one of the oldest museums in the country in the Museum of Natural History and Archaeology on Station Road.
In the Kendal Quaker Meeting House you can see the Quaker Tapestry: an embroidery of community art which represents the creative efforts of over 4,000 people in 15 countries over a 15 year effort. It encapsulates 300 years of social history since the formation of the Quaker movement by George Fox in 1652.
And this is just a snapshot of Kendal and all it has to offer locals and visitors alike – it’s a superb base from which to enjoy the Lake District and just a short drive from the hot air balloon launch site, from which a balloon ride overhead will open up epic and unforgettable views!
If a weekend break, or longer stay in the Lake District is part of the travel plans, then Sykes Holiday Cottages is a company firmly rooted in the Lakes. With over 25 years experience holiday letting in the area and extensive local knowledge, Sykes will find a great holiday cottage in the Lake District for you.
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Considered by many to be the southern gateway to the Lake District, Kendal is ideally located for ease of access to this stunning part of the world. Once here, visitors are treated to an array of shopping arcades, restaurants, historic architecture and a host of attractions.
Sitting on the banks of the River Kent, the town enjoys waterside parks, as well as a maze of streets and alleyways to explore. If you’re a keen photographer, no doubt you’ll want to capture the quintessential shot of Kendal – the arched Miller Bridge.
If you’re basing yourself in Kendal, be sure to visit the late 12th century Kendal Castle, and for the full story of the castle, make your way to Kendal Museum. But this isn’t the only museum in town! Indeed, you’ll find one of the oldest museums in the country in the Museum of Natural History and Archaeology on Station Road.
In the Kendal Quaker Meeting House you can see the Quaker Tapestry: an embroidery of community art which represents the creative efforts of over 4,000 people in 15 countries over a 15 year effort. It encapsulates 300 years of social history since the formation of the Quaker movement by George Fox in 1652.
And this is just a snapshot of Kendal and all it has to offer locals and visitors alike – it’s a superb base from which to enjoy the Lake District and just a short drive from the hot air balloon launch site, from which a balloon ride overhead will open up epic and unforgettable views!
- LAUNCH LOCATION
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- STAY
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If a weekend break, or longer stay in the Lake District is part of the travel plans, then Sykes Holiday Cottages is a company firmly rooted in the Lakes. With over 25 years experience holiday letting in the area and extensive local knowledge, Sykes will find a great holiday cottage in the Lake District for you.
Flights from
-
- Sunrise & sunset rides
- Weekday or weekend
- Return transportation
- Glass of bubbly
- Gift certificate
- 18 month vouchers
- Valid nationwide
.
Considered by many to be the southern gateway to the Lake District, Kendal is ideally located for ease of access to this stunning part of the world. Once here, visitors are treated to an array of shopping arcades, restaurants, historic architecture and a host of attractions.
Sitting on the banks of the River Kent, the town enjoys waterside parks, as well as a maze of streets and alleyways to explore. If you’re a keen photographer, no doubt you’ll want to capture the quintessential shot of Kendal – the arched Miller Bridge.

If you’re basing yourself in Kendal, be sure to visit the late 12th century Kendal Castle, and for the full story of the castle, make your way to Kendal Museum. But this isn’t the only museum in town! Indeed, you’ll find one of the oldest museums in the country in the Museum of Natural History and Archaeology on Station Road.
In the Kendal Quaker Meeting House you can see the Quaker Tapestry: an embroidery of community art which represents the creative efforts of over 4,000 people in 15 countries over a 15 year effort. It encapsulates 300 years of social history since the formation of the Quaker movement by George Fox in 1652.
And this is just a snapshot of Kendal and all it has to offer locals and visitors alike – it’s a superb base from which to enjoy the Lake District and just a short drive from the hot air balloon launch site, from which a balloon ride overhead will open up epic and unforgettable views!
If a weekend break, or longer stay in the Lake District is part of the travel plans, then Sykes Holiday Cottages is a company firmly rooted in the Lakes. With over 25 years experience holiday letting in the area and extensive local knowledge, Sykes will find a great holiday cottage in the Lake District for you.
- KENDAL
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Considered by many to be the southern gateway to the Lake District, Kendal is ideally located for ease of access to this stunning part of the world. Once here, visitors are treated to an array of shopping arcades, restaurants, historic architecture and a host of attractions.
Sitting on the banks of the River Kent, the town enjoys waterside parks, as well as a maze of streets and alleyways to explore. If you’re a keen photographer, no doubt you’ll want to capture the quintessential shot of Kendal – the arched Miller Bridge.
If you’re basing yourself in Kendal, be sure to visit the late 12th century Kendal Castle, and for the full story of the castle, make your way to Kendal Museum. But this isn’t the only museum in town! Indeed, you’ll find one of the oldest museums in the country in the Museum of Natural History and Archaeology on Station Road.
In the Kendal Quaker Meeting House you can see the Quaker Tapestry: an embroidery of community art which represents the creative efforts of over 4,000 people in 15 countries over a 15 year effort. It encapsulates 300 years of social history since the formation of the Quaker movement by George Fox in 1652.
And this is just a snapshot of Kendal and all it has to offer locals and visitors alike – it’s a superb base from which to enjoy the Lake District and just a short drive from the hot air balloon launch site, from which a balloon ride overhead will open up epic and unforgettable views!
- LAUNCH SITE
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- STAY
-
If a weekend break, or longer stay in the Lake District is part of the travel plans, then Sykes Holiday Cottages is a company firmly rooted in the Lakes. With over 25 years experience holiday letting in the area and extensive local knowledge, Sykes will find a great holiday cottage in the Lake District for you.
Flights from
-
- Sunrise & sunset rides
- Weekday or weekend
- Return transportation
- Glass of bubbly
- Gift certificate
- 18 month vouchers
- Valid nationwide
.