| Balloon Flights from Westonbirt
Our Balloon Rides are froma unique launch site with a staggering
18,000 specimen trees and shrubs set in 600 acres of landscaped
gardens.
Founded in 1829 by Robert Halford, a wealthy landowner who began
planting trees for his own interest and pleasure. The estate passed,
in 1956, to the Forestry Commission who now continues to manage
it today.
Although famous for its autumn colours
flights are available from Westonbirt throughout our main flying
season.
In spring you can see Westonbirt's
magnificent Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Magnolias and the wild flowers
of Silk Wood.
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