WORCESTER BALLOON RIDES

FIND YOUR PERFECT HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT OVER WORCESTER!

To take flight in a hot air balloon in the skies near Worcester we recommend Virgin Balloon’s West Midlands regional vouchers. Covering all launch locations across the West 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

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WORCESTER BALLOON FLIGHTS
WORCESTER & LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
BALLOON FLIGHT INFORMATION

WORCESTER BALLOON FLIGHTS

Let a Worcester hot air balloon ride open up epic views of this historic city and the surrounding patchwork countryside. Launching on the banks of the River Severn, which snakes away in both direction, the first things you’ll see as you start to rise are the tree lined Worcester Racecourse, and diagonally across the river, Worcestershire County Cricket Club. On the riverbank opposite the cricket club sits Worcester Cathedral, a striking medieval building dating to the 12^thcentury that houses royal tombs, a crypt and cloisters. Other captivating sights in the city are the black and white Tudor houses on Friar and New Streets with their quintessential bows and jaunty angles, The Shambles, a pedestrian shopping zone, and the city’s three main parks.

Cripplegate Park, Gheluvelt Park and Fort Royal Park were home to battles that took place during the English Civil War. And to the southwest of Worcester you’ll find the site of the Battle of Worcester, it was here that in 1651 Charles II was defeated in his effort to regain the throne, before making good on his escape to France. Drifting away from the city its surrounding countryside unfolds before you, with a jigsaw of farms, quaint villages and impressive country estates. No matter which way the breeze takes you, your Worcester hot air balloon flight will be one to remember.

THINGS TO DO IN WORCESTER

Worcester is best known for its magnificent cathedral, but there is much more to the city than that. It is also famed for the world renowned Worcester Porcelain, having the most picturesque cricket ground in the country, and of course, that dark brown piquant condiment, Worcestershire Sauce – of which, let’s be honest – you can never have too much! But there is also a much broader historical interest to discover in Worcester, so be sure to take some time to explore the city.

Take a visit to The Commandery to learn about the city’s critical role in the English Civil War. Or head to the City Art Gallery and admire the half-timbered black and white buildings you see from your balloon ride overhead. Guided walking tours are also available every day, meeting at the Guildhall – a gorgeous building that itself dates back to 1721, and these are offered morning and evening. Or if you prefer, simply amble alongside the River Severn and find a place to stop and raise a toast to your unforgettable experience hot air ballooning over Worcester and the glorious Worcestershire countryside.

BUY & FLY!

YOUR WORCESTER BALLOONING VOUCHER

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

Balloon Ride Gift Voucher for Worcestershire

Launch Site

WORCESTER BALLOONING LAUNCH SITE

The main departure point is from Worcester Race Course. There are also always other sites nearby in Worcestershire 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 West 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 Worcestershire!

The Flight

DURING YOUR WORCESTER BALLOON RIDE

As you drift gently over the Worcestershire countryside near Worcester, 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 WORCESTER 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 Worcestershire.