The Western Region British Balloon & Airship Club do not offer public rides in a balloon for money, instead we encourage people to get involved in ballooning. However if you wish to just have a balloon flight there are many companies that offer flights within our membership. Please find below a list of such companies.
Balloon Flights
ABC Flights
ABC Flights is part of airshipandballooncompany.com which operates the Minion special shapes for Universal Pictures. Our balloons fly all year round, subject to weather and carry Pilot and just 4 passengers, so we guarantee individual attention and a brilliant flight.
Website: https://www.airshipandballoon.com/
Bailey Balloons
Bailey Balloons is a family run business run by Clive and Jo Bailey. Offering flights through out the South West and Wales for over 20 years Bailey Balloons is one of the most respected balloon operators in the country. They can also be seen flying the BBC One Show balloon on TV.
Website: https://www.baileyballoons.co.uk/
Ballooning Network
Ballooning Network – Flying from a variety of wonderful locations, experience magnificent views as you glide on high. Visit our website to book vouchers and see offers. For family, friends, colleagues or just for yourself, exclusive balloon rides for 2-4 also available.
Bath Balloons
Bath Balloons Experience a bird’s eye view over the Bath landscape, an adventure, not to be rushed, no two champagne balloon flights are the same. For friends, family or just to treat yourself, visit our website for details of vouchers and offers.
Website: http://www.bathballoons.co.uk/
Bristol Balloons
Bristol Balloons – For friends, family or treat for yourself, Look down on the landmarks of Bristol as you experience your champagne flight on high. A unique experience, no two flights are ever the same. visit our website for details of vouchers and offers.
Website: https://www.bristolballoons.co.uk/
Elite Air
Elite Air are a Bristol based balloon flight company flying throughout the South West. Operating smaller balloons Elite Air are able to offer a much more unique and personalised flight experience with the pilot. Visit their website for more information.
Website: https://www.eliteairuk.com/
First Flight
First Flight – With us you can buy your Hot Air Balloon ride with the confidence you will be flying with the very best. Providing champagne balloon flights in the local area for over 20 years you can be assured you will be in safe hands while you’re enjoying the view.
Website: https://hotair-balloonrides.co.uk/
Virgin Balloon Flights
Virgin Balloon Flights is the largest commercial hot air balloon operator in the UK, with more than 100 launch sites across the country. 16 of these are in the South West, covering Somerset, Wiltshire, Dorset, South Wales, Devon and Cornwall.