Hot Air Balloon Rides In Wallingford
Prepare for an exhilarating experience with Chiltern Park Airfield Hot Air Balloon Rides (Back-Up Site), conveniently located in Wallingford. This site ensures your ballooning adventure takes flight even when primary locations are unavailable.
Explore Oxfordshire and Beyond
Our launch site at Chiltern Park Airfield serves as your gateway to the stunning landscapes of Oxfordshire and its surrounding areas. Delight in the tranquility of a balloon ride over Henley-on-Thames, or venture further afield with our rides across Oxfordshire, each offering spectacular views and unforgettable experiences.
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Hot Air Ballooning in Wallingford
Itinerary
- Welcome and sign-in
- Orientation with your pilot
- Offer to assist with the balloon’s inflation and deflation
- Nearly sixty minutes of airtime in a classic Virgin Balloon
- Celebratory sparkling wine cheer upon descent (or non-alcoholic beverage)
- Awarding of flight certificate autographed by your pilot and accredited by Sir Richard
- Return conveyance to the initial ascent location
Gift Voucher Details
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Standard Printed Gift Voucher
Standard Printed Vouchers take up to 4 working days to be delivered and cost and extra £3.99.
Your Voucher Includes:
- 3-4 hour experience with about an hour in the air
- Open voucher – choose your own flight date
- Fly from any of our locations nationwide
- 18 months to book
Takeoff From Wallingford
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Your Balloon Flight Over Wallingford
Landing
Your Hot Air Balloon Landing in Wallingford, Oxfordshire
Floating inside a hot air balloon delivers a peaceful experience while aloft, yet it's furthermore an outdoor adventure activity with the possibility of the basket tipping or dragging along briefly as it lands.Such landings have been ordinary for hot air balloons for over 200 years and are also to be assumed. Both the basket and balloon are designed for your comfort and safety through the entire flight and landing process.If it is time to land, you'll be in a safe, sitting down position in the basket as directed by your pilot. This stage of the quest is remarkable for most people and in most cases will become the focus of the flight.Things To Do In Wallingford
5 Things To Do In Wallingford, Oxfordshire
Wallingford is a historic market town in South Oxfordshire with a rich heritage and beautiful riverside setting. Here are five activities and attractions to enjoy in Wallingford.
Wallingford Castle Gardens & Meadows
Stroll around the Wallingford Castle Gardens & Meadows, where you can explore the ruins of one of England's most important castles and enjoy the tranquil gardens[5].
- Website: Not provided
- Opening Hours: Open daily, from dawn till dusk
- Address: Castle Street, Wallingford, Oxfordshire
- Telephone: Not provided
Wallingford Museum
Discover the local history at Wallingford Museum, a delightful local history museum that offers insights into the town's past, including its connection to Agatha Christie and the Midsomer Murders[6][10].
- Website
- Opening Hours: March - November, Tuesday - Friday 2:00pm - 5:00pm, Saturday 10:30am - 5:00pm
- Address: Flint House, 52 High Street, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0DB
- Telephone: +44 1491 835065
Thames Path
Walk along the Thames Path, a national trail that passes through Wallingford, offering picturesque views of the River Thames and the surrounding countryside[1][6].
- Website: Not provided
- Opening Hours: Accessible at all times
- Address: Thames Path, Wallingford, Oxfordshire
- Telephone: Not provided
Corn Exchange Theatre
Enjoy a performance or a film at the Corn Exchange Theatre, a historic venue offering a variety of entertainment options in the heart of Wallingford[6].
- Website
- Opening Hours: Vary by event; check the website for details
- Address: Market Place, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0EG
- Telephone: +44 1491 825000
Ridgeway National Trail
Experience the Ridgeway National Trail, an ancient trackway that runs near Wallingford and offers opportunities for walking, cycling, and horse riding through scenic landscapes[6][9].
- Website: Not provided
- Opening Hours: Accessible at all times
- Address: Ridgeway Trail, near Wallingford, Oxfordshire
- Telephone: Not provided
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- 3-4 hour experience with about an hour in the air
- Open voucher – choose your own flight date
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- 18 months to book
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Monday - Friday Only
- 3-4 hour experience with about an hour in the air
- Open voucher – choose your own flight date
- Over 100 locations UK Wide
- 18 months to book
Any Day Morning or Evening


Monday - Sunday
- 3-4 hour experience with about an hour in the air
- Open voucher – choose your own flight date
- Over 100 locations UK Wide
- 18 months to book