AMBERGATE BALLOON RIDES

FIND YOUR PERFECT HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT OVER AMBERGATE!

To take flight in a hot air balloon in the skies near Ambergate we recommend Virgin Balloon’s East Midlands regional vouchers. Covering all launch locations across the East Midlands these luxury gift vouchers include flexible booking options, champagne toasts, return transport and more!

Weekday AM

£169

Choice of locations
Weekday mornings
Valid for 18 months

Weekday Any

£189

Choice of locations
Weekdays AM or PM
Valid for 18 months

7 DAY ANY

£209

Choice of locations
Any day AM or PM
Valid for 18 months

AMBERGATE: ON THIS PAGE:

Introduction to Ambergate
Balloon voucher prices
Ambergate & local attractions
Balloon flight information

AMBERGATE BALLOON FLIGHTS

Let the gorgeous Derbyshire countryside unfold before you on a hot air balloon flight from the Ambergate area in the Lower Derwent Valley. With views that reach as far as Staffordshire to the Peak District, there’s a visual delight in every direction that the breeze takes you. And with uninterrupted views, it’s easy to see why people love ballooning over Derbyshire.

Be on the look out for the historic homes and halls that lay scattered over the region. Take in the quaint villages and rugged landscape that hugs them. With such an abundance of history and beauty, your Ambergate ballooning adventure will be unforgettable.

THINGS TO DO NEAR AMBERGATE

Your first stop in Ambergate should be at the 1820 Amber Gate toll, constructed between Belper and Cromford. The gateposts now stand near the White House Inn on the A6. For a further insight of local historyhead to the Wirksworth Heritage Centre, or relax within the beauty of Lea Gardens.

For another form of transportation that started in yesteryear, the Crich Tramway Village provides lovely rides on trams that have been acquired from all over the world. For an earthly experience, the National Stone Centre has a fascinating fossil display and industrial heritage information, and with free entry its definitely worth a visit.

BUY & FLY!

YOUR AMBERGATE BALLOONING VOUCHER

• A luxury gift voucher valid for 12 months
• A 60 minute flight over Ambergate
• Passenger insurance
• Traditional champagne toast
• Presentation of flight certificate
• Return transport to the launch site
• Magical memories you’ll treasure forever

Launch Site

AMBERGATE BALLOONING LAUNCH SITE

The main Ambergate departure point is from the The Hurt Arms in Ambergate itself however this is often just a back up site and there are others available in the surrounding areas, for example from Bakewell or Tissington, both just 30 minutes away. Always make sure that you check your voucher details and when you book, for the latest launch site details, as they can change depending on weather and site suitability. Your voucher is valid for all launch locations in the East Midlands.

You can leave your car at the launch site as this is where your ballooning experience will finish.

Your unforgettable balloon ride will start with a full safety briefing, after which you you can help the team with the the inflating of the balloon if you wish – or kick back, soak up the atmosphere and let others do the hard work. But when it’s time, there is no escaping the collective excitement as the burners fire up and the balloon starts to prepare itself for taking you up, up and away on a ballooning adventure over Derbyshire!

The Flight

DURING YOUR AMBERGATE BALLOON RIDE

As you drift gently over Ambergate and the Derbyshire countryside there will be ample opportunity to take photographs from this unique vantage point. During your flight you are free to discuss how the balloon works with the pilot, who will also be pointing out the many points of interest that drift below you or rest gently on the horizon.

No two flights are the same, and as such any number of towns, villages and important landmarks could come into view – all of which create talking points for years to come.

Landing

YOUR AMBERGATE BALLOON LANDING

After an unforgettable hour ballooning your pilot will begin your decent towards a gentle landing. Once back on the ground, and should you wish, you can help in packing away the envelope (that’s the official name for the fabric canopy).

With the balloon all packed away, you will be transferred back to your launch site where you can sip on the fine stuff and raise a toast to an unforgettable adventure hot air ballooning over Derbyshire.