Flying from the castle just after sunrise or as the sun is about to set, you will embark on an exhilarating yet tranquil journey over the Kent countryside and its towns and villages. As you drift away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in your basket, the world seems to take on a brand new perspective.

Balloon flights are available from March to November inclusive and prices start at £120 per passenger and include entrance to Leeds Castle and its grounds for the day, your flight ticket and insurance, and post-flight celebrations and certificate. Flights typically last about an hour and cover anything from eight to 15 miles, but allow up to four hours in total for the preparations and post-flight celebrations.

For more information phone Airborne Balloons on 01622 873200 or visit their website at www.airborneballoons.co.uk.

There are many other companies operating in all parts of the UK. Prices range from £135 - £749 and there are a variety of options to choose from. You can join others as you drift serenely in the early morning sky. Some flights offer a celebratory glass of champagne as you laugh at the commuters below. And there are even special flights reserved just for two people - an ideal spot for a proposal perhaps. More information can be found at UK Balloon Flight Experiences.

If you are travelling further afield and would like the opportunity to observe the sights from above there are experiences to be had in many countries in the Hot Air Balloon Out Of This World Experiences. Float above cities watching the people rush by below, try a hot air balloon safari in Africa or enjoy the breathtaking views of the mighty River Nile and the Valley of the Kings as you calmly float over the serene Egyptian desert.





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