Somerset Cider & Cheese Balloon Adventure

Imagine floating gracefully above the beautiful Somerset countryside, surrounded by the soft colors of a picturesque sunset. With our Somerset Cider & Cheese Balloon experience, you will not only enjoy breathtaking views but also tempt your taste buds with a delightful selection of local ciders and cheeses. This is truly an adventure for the food connoisseur!

During your flight, you and your companions will have the chance to savor a variety of artisanal cheeses paired perfectly with refreshing ciders sourced from local breweries. Experience the rich flavors and unique profiles that Somerset has to offer while gently drifting in the sky.

As you ascend, feel the thrill of adventure as the balloon lifts off at one of our stunning launch sites scattered throughout Somerset. Your exclusive flight will be a memorable journey filled with laughter, delicious fare, and spectacular views. Book your experience today and treat yourself to a balloon ride like no other!

What's Included

• Enjoy an exclusive hot air balloon ride
• Vouchers are available for 2, 3 or 4 passengers
• Flights are taken in a sport balloon at a launch site of your choice from a list of venues
• Welcome, introduction and safety briefing with your pilot
• Get involved with the rigging and inflation of the hot air balloon (optional)
• Assist with the packing up of the balloon (optional)
• Enjoy a selection cheeses served with 'apple' champagne when you land
• Take home a Thatchers's goodie bag each
• Flights are available from three areas (see location details for launch sites)

Area 1

• See Brunel's suspension bridge, the Georgian stone buildings of Bath and the picturesque lakes of the Chew valley
• Views stretch across to the Welsh mountains, the Westbury White Horse and Somerset's apple orchards

Area 2

• See the famous Cheddar Gorge, Glastonbury Tor, the magnificent Mendip hills and the wildlife of the Somerset levels
• Views stretch out into the Bristol channel and down to the North Devon coastline

Area 3

• View the architectural beauty of the County towns many churches, the Wellington monument and many National Trust properties such as Fyne court, Barrington court and Montacute house
• Views extend down to the south coast, over the Quantock hills and across the south Somerset levels

When Is It Available

• Weekdays and weekends throughout the year
• During summer months evening flights are generally scheduled on weekdays with morning and evening flights available on weekends
• Winter flying can be more restricted due to unsettled weather conditions
• Meet just after sunrise (can be pretty early mid summer!)or a few hours before sunset.  Timings change as the length of the day changes

Suitable For

• Minimum age 6
• Under 15 must be accompanied by a participating adult
• Minimum height 4ft
• Please advise if any passengers are over 17st (108kg)
• Participants must have a good level of fitness and be agile enough to get in and out of the basket

Spectators

• Spectators are welcome to watch your departure with great photo opportunities

Anything Else

• Suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear should be worn
• This experience is excluded from additional discount codes and promotions
• If your flight needs to be rescheduled bookings are non-refundable and can be rescheduled only