Adventure Balloons was founded in 1985 and is one of the longest running hot air balloon ride companies in the UK. Offering flights in the South East of England from a range of unique launch sites in London and the Home Counties, Adventure Balloons provides you with an extraordinary experience that will be remembered for years to come.

Most of the launch sites that Adventure Balloons use are exclusive to them, and are situated throughout Oxford, Hampshire, Kent and London to name a few. The launch sites are easy to find and are ideal for friends and family to come and wave you off.

Depending on where you decide to fly from, you can expect to see the rolling countryside and landscapes that the South of England is famous for, or the iconic and breathtaking city views you can see when flying over the historic cities of Oxford and London. All from the comfort and splendour of the balloons basket, as it majestically floats along high up in the sky.

Adventure Balloons is the leading balloon flight company in the Home Counties and London, and offers balloon flights from a range of unique launch sites throughout the South East of England.

Have you caught the ballooning bug? Then why not join one of our balloon crews and make the most of those summer months. Because ballooning is seasonal and normally runs between March and November, we generally have vacancies every year for both full time and part time balloon crew operatives.

Being a part of our balloon crew is especially suitable for outdoor types; you must be physically fit, and have good communication skills as you will be dealing with customers and land owners. Experience with Minibuses and 4×4’s would also be helpful, as well as map reading abilities and you must be over 25 and have at least 3 years clean driving licence.

Full time crew will receive a fixed weekly wage and there is also additional hourly paid work for support and promotional work. If you would like to know more about becoming a part of the balloon crew visit the Adventure Balloons website.

Taking a balloon flight is a magical and romantic time, especially if it is shared with a loved one. Adventure Balloons offers fantastic balloon flights in Oxford and the surrounding area, giving you the chance to view some of the most romantic scenery in the UK.

Adventure Balloons launch sites at South Park and Cuttleslowe Park are ideal to view the unique landscape of Oxford, including its historical spires and tranquil countryside. Morning flights are usually launched from Cuttleslowe Park and evening flights take off from South Park.

Other attractions that you might see when taking a balloon flight in Oxford are; the Didcot Railway, Cuttleslowe Park Miniature Railway and of course the spectacular city of Oxford.

The annual balloon festival in Oxford, which is held in May, is now located at Cuttleslowe Park because of its large open space and Adventure Balloons attends this impressive event each year. Book now to take advantage of Adventure Balloons £20 off special offer, and soon you’ll be experiencing the joys of ballooning for yourself.

Our customers are an inquisitive lot and always ask us a lot of questions, which is only a good thing. Here are the most common questions and answers that are asked before taking a balloon flight.

What clothes should I wear? – It is recommended that you wear sensible outdoor clothing for your balloon ride. It may be warm on the ground, but when the balloon rises up in the air it is often colder and you’ll be glad you brought your coat. The balloon will take off and land in fields that may be wet, so footwear is important; a pair of hiking boots or wellingtons will be fine.

Is there an age limit? – Children wishing to take a hot air balloon ride must be over 8 years old, and their height must be greater than 4 foot 6 inches; this is so that they can see over the side of the basket. All children under the age of 16 must also be accompanied by an adult. There is no upper age limit, but we do ask that passengers should be capable of climbing in and out of the balloon basket and to be able to stand for about an hour.

What time does the flight take place? – A hot air balloon flight takes place in the early morning or evening. This is because the weather is cooler and this helps the balloon to rise up into the air. Time depend on the sunrise and sunset, but in May you can expect the flight to take place at 6am in the morning and 6pm at night.

What is good weather for ballooning? – To have a successful balloon flight the weather must have light winds, no rain and clear visibility. As you may well know the UK is not renowned for its good weather, but if we have to cancel your flight because of the weather conditions, it will be rescheduled as soon as possible to suit you.

As you may already know, Kent is widely known as ‘The Garden of England’ because of its rolling orchards and stunning landscape. Adventure Balloons now offer hot air balloon flights in Kent from their launch site at The Hop Farm Country Park close to Tunbridge wells.

In addition there are two other launch sites that Adventure Balloons will use depending on the wind direction on the flight day. These are at Bewl Water and Lamberhurst Vineyard and also boast stunning views of the impressive landscape that Kent has to offer.

When taking a hot air balloon flight over Kent, you can also expect to see the famous Oat Houses that were used for making ale in historical times. Wherever you fly from in Kent, you can be sure that you will have one of the most exhilarating experiences of your life and coupled with the extraordinary sights of the Kentish countryside, will have memories to last for years to come.

A hot air balloon ride is a magical experience and an unforgettable day for you or a loved one; that is why nearly 50% of our bookings come from personal recommendations alone. Adventure Balloons offers balloon flights from various locations throughout the south of England, including the county of Surrey.

With our unique launch sites in Farnham, Guildford and Godalming, you too can experience the thrills and sights of taking a hot air balloon flight with us.

To ensure that our balloons keep clear of Gatwick and Heathrow airports, the launch site will be chosen depending on the wind speed and direction on the day of the flight. Wherever you fly from in Surrey you will be sure to see some of the best countryside the UK has to offer.

Other attractions that you are likely to see are Guildford Cathedral, Farnham Castle and ancient ruins like Waverley Abbey; all from the comfort of the balloons basket floating majestically over the Surrey landscape.

Booking a hot air balloon ride has never been simpler with the Adventure Balloons booking system. There are three ways to book your flight; you can use the online booking service, print out a booking form and send it to us or contact us directly by phone.

With a range of balloon flight locations over the Home Counties and London, Adventure Balloons can cater for all your ballooning needs and now offers a happy birthday embossed balloon flight for up to 4 people and a variety of champagne balloon rides.

There are also a variety of balloon vouchers available from £25 up to £250, and is an ideal gift to give a loved one on a birthday or special occasion.

Once you have booked your balloon flight or voucher you can use the date availability page on our website to select a specific date and time you want to fly (depending on availability), and from what location you want to fly from.

So why not book your unforgettable experience today with Adventure Balloons.

A hot air balloon flight is an ideal present to give to a loved one for a birthday, wedding anniversary, special occasion or just to say thank you. With over 20 years experience and 10 launch sites throughout the Home Counties and London, Adventure Balloons has the expertise to make it a day you’ll never forget.

Adventure Balloons offers a range of balloon flights in Hertfordshire, from its unique launch sites in Stevenage, Watford and Hemel Hempstead. To provide passengers with a secure and pleasurable flight, care must be taken to keep the hot air balloon away from Luton Airport’s airspace so the launch site will be chosen by the win direction on the day. Ariel attractions in Hertfordshire include Hatfield House and the stunning London Skyline.

Adventure Balloons offer a range of booking options including online booking, booking by post and booking over the telephone, so why not book your hot air balloon ride in Hertfordshire today!

With nearly half of Adventure Balloons customers coming from personal recommendations, you can be sure that booking a hot air balloon flight with us will give you the most exciting experience of your life.

Even better, Adventure Balloons have now taken £20 off their weekday and standard balloon vouchers making it even easier to take to the sky in a hot air balloon. Booking your flight has also been revamped, so you can order online through the website, download a printable booking sheet or order over the phone effortlessly.

The balloon flight will last for around 3 to 4 hours including balloon preparation and champagne reception, with an air time of an hour. Prices are £125 per person for flights in the Home Counties, £185 per person for London flights and a birthday balloon ride for up to 4 people is £500-£750 depending on location and the number of people. So why delay, book you’re once in a lifetime experience today.

Many people purchase a hot air balloon flight or balloon voucher as a birthday present for a partner or loved one, and what better way to celebrate this special day than with a balloon with happy birthday written on it.

Adventure Balloons Happy Birthday Balloon features the same stained glass colour scheme as the rest of their balloons, only it’s a little smaller and capable of taking up to 4 passengers for a more intimate flight.

Adventure Balloons can also fly from your own location, providing there is adequate space for a balloon launch and no airspace restrictions.

For more information and prices visit the Adventure Balloons website or call 01252 844222 for an individual quote.