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
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A lot of hot air- more ways than one
Re: A lot of hot air- more ways than one
Ha Ha!! -Great pictures and even better descriptions!
Well Done!
Pete
Well Done!
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Re: A lot of hot air- more ways than one
Great post - and I like the added wit and humour too!
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