Ravenshead, Nottinghamshire

Gliding peacefully across beautiful countryside early on a summer morning, or in the evening is an unforgettable experience. Unlike other aircraft, you can watch the hot air balloon being assembled before your eyes - just like a giant tent ! Then climb aboard and admire the view from the basket - no doors closed, or windows to sit behind, it's all out in the fresh air. Fantastic !

Ravenshead is a small town which lies along the eastern side of the A60, south if its junction with the B6020, and surrounded by open countryside. Ravenshead is situated south of Mansfield, within easy reach Blidworth to the south-west and north east of Hucknall. Across the A60 at this point lies its nearest neighbour, the extensive estate of Newstead Abbey, within which stands the ancient manor house, once home to Lord Byron, and a landscape of woodlands, lakes, ponds waterfalls and beautiful gardens. To the south lie the Longdale Rural Craft Centre and the Papplewick Pumping Station, in the region of Burnstump Country Park. Hot Air Balloon rides are especially beautiful over Country Parks and other areas of natural beauty, Buy a voucher online today – links to the right.

Passengers can choose the location of their flight after purchasing a voucher accepted for flights all over the UK. Prices depend on number of passengers - more passengers cost less per person.

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