NEWARK BALLOON RIDES
FIND YOUR PERFECT HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT OVER NEWARK ON TRENT!
NEWARK VOUCHERS
To take flight in a hot air balloon in the skies near Newark on Trent 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
£169
- Choice of locations
- Weekday mornings
- Valid for 18 months
Weekday Any
£189
£189
- Choice of locations
- Weekdays AM or PM
- Valid for 18 months
7 DAY ANY
£209
£209
- Choice of locations
- Any day AM or PM
- Valid for 18 months
NEWARK ON TRENT: ON THIS PAGE:
NEWARK BALLOON FLIGHTS
NEWARK & LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
BALLOON FLIGHT INFORMATION
Let a hot air balloon ride over Newark bring the best of the Newark-on-Trent and Nottinghamshire to you. Launching from Kelham Hall, the first thing to grab your attention is the hall’s striking design – a blend of traditional country estate mixed with sharp corners, piercing clock tower and curvy domed roofs – you can’t help but be mesmerised by its eclectic Victorian stature and sublime 80 acre parkland setting.
As you begin to rise and gaze out across the River Trent, Newark reveals itself. Be on the lookout for Newark Castle and Gardens in its riverside setting, and behind that the imposing Church of Mary Magdalene, a beautiful building that dominates the skyline. If your balloon flight heads south, you’ll be heading in the general direction of Grantham, whereas drifting north-east might see you pass overhead of the Newark Air Museum. If the breeze blows you north-west, on a clear day, the dense lushness of Sherwood Forest can be seen in the distance. No matter which direction you fly, a quilt made of multiple green hues unfolds before you, with stitching made of meandering blue rivers and winding grey country lanes. So take to the skies over Newark and let a balloon ride ignite the senses and create memories to last a lifetime!
THINGS TO DO IN NEWARK
Newark, with its numerous timber framed buildings, handsome landmarks and laid back vibe is the perfect spot for a balloon ride, and to spend some time to make a day or weekend of. Maybe start your discovery of Newark with a visit to the Town Hall Museum and Art Gallery. Housed in a Grade I listed building dating from 1776, which is widely regarded as one of the finest Georgian town halls in the country, the museum contains a range of exhibits from mayoral garb and chains through to Siege Pieces (coins) that hail from the English Civil War. For a greater insight into these wars, head to the National Civil War Centre. Here you will learn more as why Newark was so important during the civil wars, but we can say it was because of its vital position as a crossroads of the Great North Way and Fosse Way.
For an alternative take on the wars, how does an ‘Civil War Ale Trail’ sound? Combining great coverage of Newark’s history with some time for deep reflection over a few pints, this is a refreshing, and indeed quite civil, way to discover more about this important time in the country’s past. There’s also a visit to the National Holocaust Centre and Museum to consider, as well as Newark Air Museum. With so much history at your fingertips, Newark-on-Trent is an incredible ballooning location, so no matter what you spend your time seeing, remember to pass some time strolling this charming market town and be sure to raise a toast to a wonderful time seeing Newark from the air and the ground!
Ballooning Voucher
YOUR NEWARK BALLOONING VOUCHER
• A luxury gift voucher valid for 12 months
• A 60 minute flight over Nottinghamshire
• Passenger insurance
• Traditional champagne toast
• Presentation of flight certificate
• Return transport to the launch site
• Magical memories you’ll treasure forever
BUY & FLY!
MAKE YOUR NEWARK HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE DREAMS COME TRUE!
Weekday AM
£169
£169
- Choice of locations
- Weekday mornings
- Valid for 18 months
Weekday Any
£189
£189
- Choice of locations
- Weekdays AM or PM
- Valid for 18 months
7 DAY ANY
£209
£209
- Choice of locations
- Any day AM or PM
- Valid for 18 months
Launch Site
YOUR NEWARK BALLOONING LAUNCH SITE
The main departure point is from Kelham Hall just outside Newark on Trent. There are also always other sites nearby in Nottinghamshire that can be used to get you aloft though if you need them. Always make sure that you check your voucher details and again when you book in, for the latest launch site details, as they can change depending on weather and site suitability. The good news is, that your voucher is valid for all launch locations in the East Midlands and you can leave your car at the launch site as this is where your ballooning experience will also 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 Nottinghamshire!
The Flight
DURING YOUR NEWARK ON TRENT BALLOON RIDE
As you drift gently over the Buckinghamshire countryside near Newark on Trent, 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 NEWARK ON TRENT BALLOON LANDING
After an unforgettable hour ballooning your pilot will begin your descent 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 Nottinghamshire.
