Balloon Rides From Telford Balloon Fiesta

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Telford Balloon Fiesta is a spectacular annual event that fills the Shropshire skyline with the breathtaking view of hot air balloons. The fiesta also features live music, funfair rides, and an amazing night glow where balloons light up in a dazzling display set to music. It’s a feast for the senses and a brilliant time for families and friends.

Telford Balloon Fiesta Information

🎈 Will Virgin Balloon Flights be at the Telford Balloon Fiesta this year?

Yes! We will be at the Telford Balloon Fiesta this year.

🗓️ When is the Telford Balloon Fiesta?

28 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026

Friday 28 August 2026 - Night Glow - Ticketed event
Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August 2026 - Free entry

Take to the skies for a once-in-a-lifetime hot air balloon ride with up to 30 other hot air balloons from Telford Balloon Fiesta.

Hot air balloons will return to Telford Town Park once more, and Virgin Balloon Flights will be there with our big red balloons, giving you the chance to actually fly once more from this spectacular festival.

If you are booked to fly on a PM flight from the Fiesta, please be aware that the car parks are expected to be very busy, so allow plenty of time to get there in case you need to park further afield.

Passenger Meeting Point: Please see directions below.

Note - In case of any changes to your meeting point, please ensure you listen carefully to the full message form the pilot on your Flight Information Line.

Other Hot Air Balloon Festivals

We are taking part in many hot air balloon festivals this year. If you are keen to take to the skies with us at another balloon fiesta, or you're searching for ideas on the perfect family day out, check out our ultimate guide to UK hot air balloon festivals.

Launch Site Address

Telford Hornets Rugby Club, Hinkshay Road
Dawley, Telford
Shropshire
TF4 3NZ

Directions

Telford Hornets Rugby Club What3Words location: ///risking.strapping.pelt. Please park in the rugby club car park where either your pilot or the crew chief will meet you and book you in.

Directions travelling from the East (Wolverhampton) along the M54: leave the M54 at Junction 4 and take the second exit signposted A442. At the second roundabout turn left onto the A442, first exit, signposted Bridgnorth. Proceed on this road for approximately 3 miles to the Castlefields roundabout, with the old coal mine winding tower in the centre, then turn right, fourth exit, onto Castlefields Way. Continue on Castlefields Way for approximately 1 mile to the mini roundabout, then turn right, third exit, onto Hinkshay Road. Follow Hinkshay Road, which turns into Dark Lane, for approximately 1 mile. The entrance to Telford Hornets Rugby Club is on your left.

Directions travelling from the West (Shrewsbury) along the M54: leave the M54 at Junction 6 and at the roundabout take the third exit signposted Much Wenlock (A4169), Lawley, Newdale and Ironbridge Gorge. Pass through 5 sets of traffic lights for approximately 1.5 miles to Lawley Common roundabout. Take the second exit onto Dawley Road. At the next roundabout, Heathhill roundabout, take the third exit onto Springhill Road B4373. Continue on the B4373 through one set of traffic lights, where the road changes to Finger Road, for approximately 2 miles to the mini roundabout, then turn left, first exit, onto Hinkshay Road. Follow Hinkshay Road, which turns into Dark Lane, for approximately 1 mile. The entrance to Telford Hornets Rugby Club is on your left.

Please note there are no toilets or on-site cafe facilities at the launch site. Telford Town Centre, including Costa Coffee, is approximately a 10-minute walk through Telford Town Park, so please check opening times in advance if needed.

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Passenger Flight Information Line

Please call 01785 330510 to confirm the status of your flight.

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