What to do and see in East Midlands, England: The Best Balloon Rides

Appreciate the beauty of the East Midlands on your flight from Grantham as you take in the views over nearby Loughborough and Nottinghamshire. Flyers can expect to have good views over the Vale of Belvoir and the villages of Manthorpe and Belton to ensure all passengers have the time of their life!

Appreciate the lovely views over neighboring counties Cambridgeshire and Warwickshire on your flight from Hanging Houghton with views over nearby Lamport and Brixworth. Prepare for a journey of unforgettable ballooning memories as you drift serenely over this beautiful area.

East Midlands is a beautiful region to see from the air. Take a flight from Stanford Hall to see nearby Northampton and Leamington Spa. Stanford Hall also promises excellent views over the mansion's grounds and the River Avon giving you a once in a lifetime experience rife with history and culture.

One of the Virgin Hot Air Balloon launch sites in Lincolnshire is located at Stoke Rochford Hall. With such gloriously rich landscapes and heritage to look down upon from the comfort of the basket, or to explore on the ground, this area really does demand that you stay a day or two, at least.

Belper Rugby Club, adjacent to the Peak District National Park offers scenic views from Matlock Bath known for its beautiful scenery reminiscent of Switzerland as well as Chatsworth estate and Haddon Hall providing unique and unforgettable memories - perfect for a special occasion.

Our launch site in Stamford Meadows is a scenic spot, North West of Peterborough. Flyers can expect to have good views over Deeping St James and the River Welland. Flights from Stamford Meadows often drift over towards Grantham, the birthplace of the late Margaret Thatcher. Ballooning over Lincolnshire is something you'll never forget.

Situated to the west of the city centre, Nottingham Racecourse is the perfect setting for a trip of a lifetime. Rising above the racecourse to see views of Colwick Country Park, National Water Sports Centre and the River Trent making us confident you'll love every minute of it and treasure the memories for a lifetime.

Grimsthorpe Castle is a gorgeous spot from which to begin your ballooning adventure. Flyers can expect to have good views over the castle and its stunning grounds.Appreciate the beauty of the East Midlands on your flight as you take in the views over nearby Stamford and Grantham whichever way the wind blows, a hot air balloon ride over Canterbury is one not to be missed.

Located in the north of Derbyshire, Alfreton provides the ideal location to explore the Peak District and the Derbyshire Dales. Whether you see it or smell it first, you're likely to float over the Thorntons chocolate factory, here your nostrils will be treated to the sweet chocolaty aroma emanating from the factory and surrounding the air around the balloon.

For the idyllic opportunity to see the beautiful sites of Derbyshire, Ambergate set in the Lower Derwent Valley offers views over the Peak District including Matlock Bath and the rugged landscapes of the Derbyshire Dales offering a perfect backdrop for an amazing balloon trip.