Devon Balloon Rides

With our flights now fulfilled by Virgin Balloon Flights, launch sites in Devon have changed. See the Locations page on Virgin Balloon Flights website for an up to date list of locations.

South West Balloon Flights have three meeting locations in the rural county of Devon at Exeter and Tiverton.

There are so many wonderful sights to be seen whilst flying over England’s fourth largest county including the Jurassic coastline, ancient woodlands, and castles. Clear days provide unparalleled views across this rolling landscape and out to sea – even as far as Lundy Island; and animal lovers will be particularly keen to see the wide array of wildlife from such a rare perspective.

Balloon Rides meeting at the Hartnoll Hotel – Tiverton, Devon

Address: The Hartnoll Hotel, Bolham, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 7RA
Directions: Splendidly situated on the River Exe just north of Tiverton ½ mile off the A361 North Devon link road, on the A396 in the village of Bolham.
Contact Details: www.thehartnollhotel.com – Please note they do not take bookings directly for hot air balloon rides.

Balloon Rides meeting at the Jack in the Green – Rockbeare, Exeter, Devon (AM flights)

Address: The Jack in the Green Inn, Whimple, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2EE
Directions: 4 miles east of Exeter on the OLD A30, Exeter to Honiton road, follow Rockbeare signs off the NEW A30.
Contact Details: 01404 822240 – Please note they will not take bookings directly for hot air balloon rides.

Balloon Rides meeting at the Black Horse Inn – Sowton, Exeter, Devon (PM flights)

Address: The Black Horse Inn, Honiton Road, Sowton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2AN
Directions: Just off the A30 on Honiton Road

Please be aware that we are no longer able to fly from our launch site at Lee Mill, Devon. The next closest launch site for passengers would be Exeter, Devon or Launceston, Cornwall.