Hot Air Balloon Rides In Forth
Assembling Hot Air balloon
Safety Briefing
Bye For Now!
Up Up & Away!
Wonderful Views Await You!
Balloon Landings Are Fun!
Prepare for an unforgettable aerial escapade with Forth Hot Air Balloon Flights! Departing from the charming town of Forth in South Lanarkshire, get ready for an adventure like no other.
Soar Above the Scottish Skies
Embark on a journey through the clouds as you take off from various locations including the historic town of Biggar, the scenic village of Thankerton, and the picturesque landscapes of South Lanarkshire.
With our hot air balloon rides, you'll experience the thrill of floating high above the stunning Scottish countryside, creating memories that will last a lifetime!
Flight Information
01270 446 646
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Map of Launch Site(s)
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Hot Air Ballooning in Forth
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
Instant E Voucher – Free
If email delivery is selected at checkout your gift message will be emailed in a PDF.
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 Forth
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Your Balloon Flight Over Forth
Landing
Your Hot Air Balloon Landing in Forth, South Lanarkshire
Floating in a hot air balloon offers a tranquil experience while aloft, still it qualifies as an exciting outdoor experience and sometimes upon landing, your majestic balloon basket may possibly tip or skim across the terrain before halting.This way of touchdown continues to be conventional for upwards of two hundred years and is absolutely standard. The balloon and basket are intended with your comfort and safety as their intended purpose during both flying and landing.On landing, you'll be solidly seated within the basket, sticking with the touchdown position your pilot instructs. Many identify the landing to be the most electrifying part of the experience, citing it as their favorite time.Things To Do In Forth
5 Things To Do In and Around Forth, South Lanarkshire
Forth, a village in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, offers a peaceful countryside setting with access to a variety of outdoor activities and historical sites in the surrounding area. Here are five activities and attractions to enjoy near Forth.
Falls of Clyde
Explore the Falls of Clyde, a stunning series of waterfalls located within the Clyde Valley Woodlands National Nature Reserve. The area offers beautiful walking trails and opportunities to spot local wildlife[1].
- Website
- Opening Hours: Accessible at all times
- Address: New Lanark, ML11 9DB
- Telephone: +44 1555 665262
New Lanark World Heritage Site
Visit the New Lanark World Heritage Site, an 18th-century cotton mill village set along the River Clyde. Discover the history of the industrial revolution, visit the restored mill workers' houses, and learn about the visionary social reformer Robert Owen[2].
- Website
- Opening Hours: Open daily, 10:00am - 5:00pm
- Address: New Lanark Rd, Lanark ML11 9DB
- Telephone: +44 1555 661345
Chatelherault Country Park
Enjoy the outdoors at Chatelherault Country Park, which features a restored hunting lodge, beautiful gardens, and extensive walking paths through ancient woodland and along the River Avon[3].
- Website
- Opening Hours: Park open daily from dawn till dusk; Visitor Centre opening times vary
- Address: Carlisle Rd, Ferniegair, Hamilton ML3 7UE
- Telephone: +44 1698 426213
Strathclyde Country Park
Visit Strathclyde Country Park, a major centre for outdoor recreation and leisure. The park includes Strathclyde Loch, ideal for watersports, and offers numerous walking and cycling trails[4].
- Website
- Opening Hours: Open daily, 24 hours
- Address: 366 Hamilton Rd, Motherwell ML1 3ED
- Telephone: +44 1698 402060
Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum
Discover the rich history of the local area at the Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum. The museum showcases a wide range of exhibits, from archaeological finds to social history artifacts[5].
- Website
- Opening Hours: April to October: Monday to Saturday, 10:00am - 5:00pm; Sunday, 1:00pm - 5:00pm. November to March: weekends only, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
- Address: 156 High Street, Biggar ML12 6DH
- Telephone: +44 1899 221050
Gift Voucher Options
Week Day Morning
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
Week Day Morning or Evening
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