Westcountry or Tavistock Hot Air Balloon Fiesta

Tavistock, Devon, UK
Dates: Usually August

Now in its 14th year. Organized by Tavistock Lions Club and Tavistock Round Table, the event is run entirely in aid of charity by a team of dedicated volunteers. It has become firmly established in the Westcountry events calendar and is featured heavily on television, radio and in the news media - one of the most high profile events of the summer, drawing crowds from across the Westcountry.
This is a very friendly event with excellent flying. This fiesta was first started under the guidance of Paul Spellward the event has grown from its early days, where a few hot air balloonists would camp at the local school. Pasties in abundance.