Kaleidoscope of Balloons take to the skies over Longleat

Friday, 8 September 2023 01:00

Hot air balloons filled the early morning sky as part of a special flight marking the official launch of Longleat’s Sky Safari on Friday.

The launch featured a kaleidoscope of brightly coloured balloons. Among the more unusual shapes to take to the skies over the Wiltshire stately home as part of the three-day event were Iggy the Purple Baby Dragon, the Wallace & Gromit Moon Rocket, Dolly the Sheep, The Penguin Family and of course the Longleat Koala and Lions

Established in 2016, Sky Safari, which Exclusive Ballooning is supporting, is one of Europe’s largest annual hot air balloon events and attracts professional pilots from around the world.

All this weekend, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views and photo opportunities as over 100 balloons take off in mass launches, as well as tethered displays against the unique backdrop of Longleat House.

Early birds can catch the stunning sunrise balloon launches from 7 am and throughout the day, there will be chances to enjoy close-up views of the tethered balloons followed by a second scheduled mass launch at 5 pm.

When the late summer sun goes down, it gets even more magical as the balloons fire up their burners for a stunning world-class night glow, choreographed to a bespoke produced soundtrack.

The Sky Safari is included in a Longleat Day Ticket. Adult £39.95, Child (3-15) £29.95, Under 3s Free. Please note the event is highly popular and places are limited. For more details and to book tickets go to www.longleat.co.uk/sky-safari

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