A lot of hot air- more ways than one

[LondonEye]

And now for something different. Visits to Ashton Court in 2003 and 2007 to see the balloons.

First - a nice pair to get your interest started.






Lindstrand 60X 69X G-IRLZ G-REAR 4 Ashton


Well, if you need a drink after that - make mine a double.



Kubicek SS OK-9050 Ashton


The Bristol Balloon Festival, Ashton Court started in 1979. I believe it was the brainchild of Don Cameron whose factory is nearby.

Cameron A-275 G-SKYK Ashton

A few shots showing the colourful advertising.

Cameron Z-90 G-WIFI Ashton


Cameron Z90 G-SBIZ Ashton


Cameron Z90 G-CCBT Ashton


Cameron Z-105 G-SFSL 3 Ashton


Colt 105 G-BSNU Ashton


This balloon arrived packed flat.






Cameron Z-42 G-CCSI Fairford


Avon Fire & Rescue exploring new ways to respond quickly -





Cameron Z-105 G-OAFR Ashton


Now some of the unusual shapes -


Cameron Pack-130 OH-AAH Ashton


Cameron LTSB-90 G-LTSB Ashton


Cameron SS G-PIPY 2 Ashton


Cameron RX-120 HB-QGF Ashton

Ashton Court is a great amphitheatre, but I think a victim of it's success. It is just so crowded. A couple of general shots -

Ballons at Ashton

Balloons Ashton


So now, to the Triumph of flight, the bare fact is that it can be an uplifting experience when you get to the bottom of it.






Cameron Z-315 G-KNIX Ashton

Cameron Z-315 G-OBRA Ashton



And after that, I have to follow it with -



Cameron Z-350 G-CCSA Ashton

Hope you have enjoyed a few different pictures. Best wishes to all for 2017. Pete.
I don't expect my quirky humour would bring the house down !




Lindstrand LBL-SS G-CDWV Ashton

[EGNH1909]

Ha Ha!! -Great pictures and even better descriptions!
Well Done!
Pete

[Nighthawke]

Great post - and I like the added wit and humour too!