Helicopter Sightseeing Flight (UK Wide) - £145

Discover the unique thrill of helicopter flight, and take in a sightseeing tour from the air! This half hour experience departs from many UK locations so you can choose from some of the country's most beautiful views, including The Cotswolds, Bath, York, Valleys of Wales, Shakespeare country, Perth and the Scottish Borders.

 

What Your Experience Includes
Helicopter Sightseeing Flight (UK Wide):This unforgettable experience offers you the choice of helicopter sightseeing flights over the following locations:

Mid Wales Hills and Valleys - departs Welshpool, nr Powys
A 30 minute excursion covering some 40 miles into the mid Wales hills and valleys. From the glorious seclusion of Lake Vyrnwy to the 200 feet high waterfalls at Pistyll Rhaeadr, your pilot will fly you through breathtaking scenery where on a clear day the views extend from Cadair Idris on the Welsh coast to Chester and Telford.

Bath and The Cotswolds - departs Kemble, nr Cirencester
For thirty minutes be transported into another world. You will view the historic and beautiful city of Bath. From over a thousand feet and you can see the splendour of the Georgian architecture and truly appreciate the grandeur of the original Roman Baths, nestled in the heart of the city. Look down on the magnificent iron age fort site of Salisbury Hill and Roman roads that cut into the Cotswolds in perfect lines. Spot the stately home's and rolling gardens that litter the surrounding countryside and realise why there is no other place in the world to compare with this green and pleasant land.

Forest of Dean and Gloucester Docks - departs Gloucester
Flying from Gloucester airport we head along the Severn across the most beautiful countryside and take in the breathtaking scenery, including the estuary, docks and bridge.

Salisbury Plain/Stonehenge departing - departs Thruxton
Take in the glorious views of the Salisbury Plain and the Kennet and Avon Canal. If flying in the Summer-time, you may be lucky enough to see a crop-circle or two.

Brighton Pier and Beaches - departs Shoreham
The extensive coutryside of the South Coast of England is highlighted by sights such as Brighton Seafront including the old West Pier and the rich architecture of the Royal Pavilion. See the majestic Arundel Castle, home to The Duke of Norfolk, just moments from the airport. The full beauty of Arundel Castle cannot be appreciated until viewed from above. On a clear day it is possible to see into the distance, miles along the coastline from Selsey Bill to Beachy Head - the highest chalk cliffs in Britain which rise 162 metres (530 feet) above the sea.

Newcastle City and Durham tour - departs Newcastle upon Tyne
On this unforgettable flight you will see the Tyne bridges, football stadium, coastline, Angel of the North and down towards Durham and its Cathedral on this exciting unforgettable trip of a lifetime.

Nottingham City and Football Grounds - departs Nottingham
Enjoy the unforgettable experience of seeing Holme Pierre Point and Marina, Nottingham Forest and City Football Grounds, the Council House, Nottingham Castle, Queens Med centre, Wollaton Hall, then the Boots factory, a cigarette factory, Wheetcroft Garden centre and surrounding area.

Iron Bridge and Severn Valley Tour - departs Wolverhampton
Experience the Severn Valley with stunning vistas across the Wyre Forest and Shropshire Plain. Look Down on Thomas Telford's distinctive Iron Bridge as we fly around Coalbrookdale. On to Bridgenorth nestled on a hill and across to the West Midland's Safari Park. Then it's down to the Wyre Forest and Kinver Edge. You might soar above the steam trains as they chug up the Severn Valley railway. Onwards to Kidderminster, famous for it's carpets you take in the majestic Clee Hills.

Milton Keynes and Silverstone - departs Cranfield Airport
On this flight you will see such exciting landmarks as Cardington Airship Hangars, Millbrook Vehicle Proving Ground, Woburn Abbey and Safari Park, Milton Keynes and Snow Dome and Silverstone Race Track. The hangars at Cardington were built in the 1920s to house cargo and passenger-carrying airships. They are still in use today - not just in the development of airships, but as a fire research centre and in films, too, such as Batman Begins. Millbrook is an extensive site where every kind of land vehicle including heavy commercial, military and off-road vehicles are tested and demonstrated. Your pilot will explain more during his commentary en-route. A truly fabulous flight for historians, motor and Formula 1 enthusiasts and animal-lovers alike!

London Sightseeing - departs Redhill and Romford
A 30min flight from the Millennium Dome following the River Thames all the way to Barnes/Richmond Park. You will see the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament and lots more - all the major landmarks that have made London one of the world's most diverse and exciting cities!

Warwick and Leamington - departs Warwick
A 30 minute flight is plenty of time to take in the spectacular and diverse countryside of The Midlands, with its farmlands and villages. The River Avon, the stately home of Ragley Hall, Warwick town and Leamington Spa are all for you to see. There’s no better way to explore where you live!

York Tour - departs Elvington
Enjoy fantastic aerial views of historic York and surrounding countryside. Sights such as Selby, Elvington airfield (where Top Gear sometimes test their cars) and the city of York including the Minster, Cliffords Tower, the city walls and racecourse are all for you to see. Simply brilliant!

Perth, Tay, St Andrews and Tay Bridges Tour - departs Perth
This exciting tour covers the ancient capital of Scotland, the home of golf and amazing views of the City of Discovery and mighty River Tay. The tour departs from Scone Palace home of Earl of Mansfield and his 100 acres, we pass the racecourse towards Perth City Centre and on towards the north Fife coastline. We then glide over the Old Course Golf Course and the town of St Andrews with its magnificent rocky coastline. We continue past the river Eden estuary and RAF Leuchars towards the Tay Road and Rail Bridges.

Heads of Ayr Tour - departs Ayr
Departing from the Whitefordhill Auction Mart, we route southwards around the town of Ayr towards Alloway, where we pass the famous cottage which was the home of our very own national poet - Robert Burns. We then continue towards Doonfoot, passing the Craig Tara Holiday Park on our way along the coast towards the Heads of Ayr. At the Heads of Ayr, you will see the most breathtaking sights of the Clyde and its coastline, the awesome Island of Arran, and the Galloway and Ayrshire Hills. We then continue southwards, passing "Electric Brae" on the way to Culzean Castle and the Culzean Country Park. From here we continue all the way down to Turnberry, where we see the famous Turnberry Hotel and Turnberry Golf Course, and the great sea view towards Ailsa Craig, or 'Paddy's Milestone' as it is known. The tour then turns northwards, following the coastline all the way to Prestwick. On our return to Whitefordhill, we pass by Prestwick International Airport, Ayr United Football Ground, and the famous Ayr Racecourse.

Midlothian / Scottish Borders Tour
The tour offers you nothing but outstanding natural and colourful beauty of the historic Scottish Borders, including the Eildon Hills and the picturesque villages which include Galashiels/Eildon Hills, Selkirk, Melrose, Kelso/Floors Castle/Racecourse, Scott's View, Lauder/Thirlstaine Castle.

Dee Valley Tour
From the Ponderosa Café at the top of the Horseshoe Pass you will fly over Worlds End to Chirk Castle back along the Dee Valley towards Corwen, home of Owain Glyndwr, passing over Thomas Telfords' famous Pontcysyllte aqueduct and Castle Dinas Bran perched on a craggy outcrop 750 above Llangollen.

Loch Skene Tour
Flights depart from Peterculter and will take in the views of Aberdeenshire on our tour of the local countryside. The flight passes by North of Banchory, East of Alford, Bennachie, Kemnay and the magnificent Loch of Skene before heading back to the helipad. A thrilling experience to enjoy and long remember!

Stratford Upon Avon
This amazing helicopter flight begins at Kenilworth or Coventry. You will see Kenilworth Castle, Abbey ruins and its immaculate gardens. You will see Birmingham City skyline including the famous BT tower and, as you climb to over 1000 feet, you will be taken on a guided tour of Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon. It’s a wonderfully entertaining flight with so much to see and enjoy – don’t forget your camera!

How long does it last ?
The duration of this experience is approximately 90 minutes including briefings and tea/coffee.
Airborne time is 30 minutes.

Choice of Locations
Loch Skene Tour (Aberdeen), Milton Keynes and Woburn Abbey (Bedford); City and Bridges Tour (Edinburgh); Scottish Borders Tour (Edinburgh); City of London Sightseeing (Essex or Surrey); Loch Lomond Tour (Glasgow, Strathblane); Forest of Dean and Gloucester Docks (Gloucester); Thames and Chilterns Tour (High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire); Dee Valley Tour (Horseshoe Pass, Llangollen); Bath and Cotswolds (Kemble, nr Cirencester); Lake Windermere Tour (Lake District); Historic Portsmouth (Lee-on-Solent); Manchester Tour (Manchester, Barton); City and Durham Tour (Newcastle upon Tyne); City Tour (Nottingham); Dreaming Spires Tour (Oxford); Perth, Tay, St Andrews & Tay Bridges Tour (Perth); Brighton Pier and Beaches (Shoreham); Salisbury Plain/Stonehenge (Thruxton); Warwick and Leamington (Warwick); Stratford upon Avon tour (Warwickshire); Mid Wales Hills and Valleys (Welshpool, nr Powys); Iron Bridge and Severn Valley Tour (Wolverhampton); City and Yorkshire Dales Tour (York)

Restrictions
Maximum Passenger Weight is 18 Stone (114 kg) - please state when booking your date if over 15 stone. Minimum Passenger Age is 6 Years (Children must have their own full seat) We make every effort to help Disabled Passengers - please contact us for more information

Other Information
On purchasing this experience you will be sent an open dated gift voucher with 9 month's validity.
Public Liability Insurance is included for this experience.
As aviation requires good weather conditions, flights are subject to cancellation at short notice.
Consumption of alcohol is strictly forbidden from all events.
Anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be excluded from activities.
Flights will take place at weekends, flying once per month alternating between Saturday's and Sunday's.
All flights will be shared with other passengers.

Your voucher pack will be sent via 1st class post, or you can request our 48 Hour Guaranteed Delivery service for an additional charge. Please allow 3-5 working days for 1st class delivery and 2 working days for the 48 Hour service.

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