SHERBORNE BALLOON RIDES

FIND YOUR PERFECT HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT NEAR SHERBORNE!

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

Weekday AM

£124

Choice of locations
Weekday mornings
Valid for 18 months

Weekday Any

£144

Choice of locations
Weekdays AM or PM
Valid for 18 months

7 DAY ANY

£164

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

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SHERBORNE BALLOON FLIGHTS
SHERBORNE & LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
BALLOON FLIGHT INFORMATION

SHERBORNE BALLOON FLIGHTS

Rich with both history and beauty, Sherborne is an idea launchpad for a hot air balloon flight over gorgeous Dorset. With history enriching the views, it’s easy to get lost in the moment, as you take in views of sights of Iron Age forts and country estates to name but just a couple of the tremendous panoramas that float onto the visual stage set out before you.

With vistas that encompass the breadth of the Wessex region – Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire – your hot air ballooning experience will gift you memories and emotions that will simply last a lifetime and leave you grinning from ear to ear.

THINGS TO DO IN SHERBORNE

Just a stone’s throw from Yeovil, Sherborne benefits from all of the laid back country charms that history has bestowed on it, with the accessibility of having a city on its doorstep. And there’s plenty to see and do too…

You can start with the two castles, Abbey, medieval buildings, world famous schools, Almshouse and the plethora of arts and antique dealerships that call Sherborne home. Take them all in your stride and be sure to stay a while in this beautiful Dorset town that combines sophistication with laid back country charm with absolute ease.

BUY & FLY!

YOUR SHERBORNE BALLOONING VOUCHER

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

Launch Site

SHERBORNE BALLOONING LAUNCH SITE

Your Sherborne launch site will be communicated to you in good time so you know exactly where the pilot has chosen. There are a number of sites near in Dorset and there are a number of back up sites that can be used to get you aloft!

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 Dorset!

The Flight

DURING YOUR SHERBORNE BALLOON RIDE

As you drift gently overhead near Sherborne and over the Dorset 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 SHERBORNE 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 Dorset.