Hot air ballooning3 hrs agoIn pictures: Fiesta festivities and Prince William's camp visitA collection of photos from Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire in early spring.3 hrs ago4 days agoYour guide to Balloon Fiesta as programme launchedA dozen balloons were inflated at Ashton Court Estate to mark the launch on Wednesday morning.4 days ago26 Mar 2026'My dream is to take the Pope hot air ballooning' Balloon pilot Allie Dunnington is trying to beat the 127-country record set by her late husband. 26 Mar 20262 Mar 2026Watch dramatic hot air balloon rescue 900ft in the airEmergency crews in Longview, Texas conducted a high-stakes rescue after a hot air balloon struck a cell phone tower about 920ft (280m) above ground2 Mar 202619 Feb 2026Safety concerns over hot air balloon festival planProposals to host a three-day festival in Victoria Park are submitted to Leicester City Council.19 Feb 20269 Jan 2026Passenger suffered electric shock in balloon crashInspectors say the pilot did not have time to fully explain the electrocution risk to passengers.9 Jan 20266 Nov 2025Dates announced for 2026 Bristol Balloon Fiesta The international event will return to Ashton Court in August.6 Nov 202526 Sep 2025Man who died after Virgin hot air balloon fall namedAn inquest into Jesus Lato Garzon's death is expected to open on 30 September.26 Sep 202524 Sep 2025Balloon event for fire-struck school raises £2.5kThe event has raised money for equipment for the school, after a fire on Sunday afternoon.24 Sep 2025...
