Situated off the A1 north of Peterborough near Bourne in Lincolnshire. The centre piece of the estate being the castle built in the 13th Century. The castle houses a collection of paintings and furniture from the House of Lords. The castle has a wealth of attractions but also hosts a variety of events and attractions throughout the year catering form interests of all ages. The balloon flights launch from within the castle grounds giving a wonderful picturesque back drop to your flight. directionsGrimsthorpe Castle Grimsthorpe Bourne Lincolnshire PE10 0LZ Exit the A1 at the Colsterworth roundabout onto the A151 towards Bourne.
After about 8 miles Grimsthorpe Castle is visible on the right hand side.
DO NOT ENTER VIA THE PUBLIC GATE
Proceed past the public gate and continue to Grimsthorpe Village.
50 metres after the Grimsthorpe Village sign is the Estate Office entrance on the right.
There is a white picket fence which is electrically controlled. Access to the park will be controlled by a member of the Virgin Balloon Flights crew.
Friends and family of passengers will need to leave promptly with the balloon retrieval vehicles on launching or leave their vehicles parked in the park until passengers return from the flight. flight information linePlease call 0844 576 7533 to confirm the status of your flight. |