The Westcountry’s longest running Balloon Fiesta is back for 2011!

Aerosaurus Balloons is once again proud to be part of the renowned Westcountry Balloon Fiesta, this year on September 3rd and 4th in Tavistock, Devon.

Balloon Rides from Devon Air Rally at Dunkeswell Aerodrome

Aerosaurus Hot Air Balloons will be flying from a new location for one day only on Saturday 13th August (subject to weather) as part of the Devon Aero Rally. Taking place at Dunkeswell airfield and set on a plateau in the Blackdown Hills in East Devon, this flight location is sure to be something a bit different for Aerosaurus Balloons passengers.

The Devon Aero Rally is an annual event being held on August 13th and 14th 2011 and organised by Devon Strut, the South West region’s branch of the Light Aircraft Association. The weekend will host a range of gliders, gyrocopters, microlights, vintage/classic cars, and bikes. A unique Battle of Britain Memorial Fly-Past is also planned.

Hot Air Balloon Rides from Boconnoc Steam Fair

Boconnoc Steam Fair will be returning for another year of family fun on July 22nd, 23rd and 24th at Liskeard (in Cornwall) and we’re pleased to announce that Aerosaurus Hot Air Balloons will be providing hot air balloon rides to visitors at the event.

Showcasing steam engines, classic cars, vintage motorbikes, and lots of other exhibits including craft stalls, horticulture, and model marquees, there’s plenty to enjoy for all the family. Also at the fair will be a fully licensed beer tent, steam hauled trailer rides, helicopter pleasure flights, and a fun fair – so something for everyone! For further information on one of the best steam rallies in Cornwall visit www.lsvc.org.

Women in the Air Day (29th August)

Hilda Hewlett was the first British Women to gain her pilot’s licence on August 29th 1911. Hilda was a 47-year old mother of two who owned and ran a flying school at Brooklands in Surrey.

The BWPA is promoting a ‘Women in the Air’ day on August 29th, Bank Holiday Monday to celebrate this milestone in British aviation history and we invite you to take part.

Hot Air Balloon Rides in Dorset

Dorset offers some of the UK’s most idyllic views, and what better way to see them than in a hot air balloon with Aerosaurus Balloons?

Local areas of interest include Shaftesbury, one of England’s oldest and highest towns renowned for its cobbled streets and picturesque cottages; and Sherborne - a town steeped in medieval architecture sitting on the Dorset & Somerset border with an abundance of medieval buildings and two castles.