We are seeking Hot Air Balloon ground crew for our Norwich Norfolk and Peterborough Balloon Flights. Our 2010 ballooning season is now underway this unique job could suit people who are very practical and have the ability to communicate well. Our general requirements are Over 25 with a clean driving license Able to drive Land Rovers and Trailers Communicate well at all levels Polite and … [Read more...]

The balloon launched at 07.45 into a lovely morning with excellent visibility the city of Peterborough was laid out before us slowly coming to life. At 6,000 feet Rutland water was in view with the water shimmering in the morning sunlight. The wash was in clear view over to the Norfolk coast. Ely cathedral or the ‘Ship of the fens' could be easily identified to the southeast. The wind speed this … [Read more...]

This balloon ride launched from Thorney Park. The wind was from the northeast at a very gentle 5 m.p.h. The air was crisp and stable so we decided to ascend to 6,000 feet and savor the views. The visibility was excellent with clear views of Rutland Water to the north and the Norfolk coast out to the east. The city of Peterborough passed gently beneath us. We watched the traffic over on the A1 and … [Read more...]

The weather continues to remain stable and fair. Our hot air balloon passengers this afternoon were all local to us and to launch from our base west of the market town of Dereham seemed logical. The wind direction this afternoon was a gentle flow coming in from the southwest. We were soon aloft and heading towards the busy market town of Dereham. At 1,500 feet we could clearly see the coast to our … [Read more...]

Our balloon flight over Norwich would launch from Wensum valley golf club in Taverham. The wind was a light breeze coming from the northwest. As always a detailed and comprehensive weather forecast had been obtained prior to meeting our passengers. Once physically on site we must establish an exact track. This is very simply done by releasing a black helium balloon then taking a compass bearing of … [Read more...]

Our Norfolk balloon flight today would begin from the New Eccles Hall School located to the south of Attleborough. The clouds had started to melt away leaving unbroken skies, just perfect for our balloon ride. We launched gently at 4.40 p.m and ascended to 4,500 feet. It really was a pristine afternoon. To our southwest Ipswich and the busy docks could be viewed, Sizewell power station was a … [Read more...]

The evenings are now getting shorter with sunset at 7.00 pm. However the weather this autumn is outstanding with clean crisp air and UN limited visibilities. We greeted our Norfolk Balloon Flight passengers at Mattishall Golf Club and were airborne at 5.00 p.m. Our balloon flight today was the first time no family and friends came out to watch due to the earlier meet times and being midweek many … [Read more...]

This afternoon we greeted our passengers in the village of Newborough and launched from the well-manicured grass paddocks at Clarkes Garage campsite. A large number of family and friends had arrived to watch their loved ones enjoy the balloon flight. The wind was a very light breeze coming from the northwest. Simply a beautiful balmy autumnal afternoon ideal for hot air ballooning. With great … [Read more...]

Our hot air balloon ride today took place from our base at Wendling. Our passengers were local and this seemed like the most convenient place to assemble. The wind was a gentle westerly with good visibility and UN broken skies. The balloon was airborne at 17.00 hrs and we climbed out to 3,500 feet. The coast was in clear view from Kings Lynn and the wash to Braydon Water and Great Yarmouth. At … [Read more...]