In pictures: Up, up and away – Hot air balloons add colour to Bristol skyline

More than 100 hot air balloons have taken part in this year’s event.

Sunday 11 August 2024 09:46 BST

Hot air balloons float above north Somerset at the 46th Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Ben Birchall/PA) (PA Wire)

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Hot air balloons have been taking to the skies above Bristol for the past three days at the annual international fiesta.

First held in 1979, the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta celebrates the city’s links to hot air ballooning.

More than 100 hot air balloons have taken part in this year’s event, which is based in the hills of the Ashton Court area of the city.

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In pictures: Up, up and away – Hot air balloons add colour to Bristol skyline

More than 100 hot air balloons have taken part in this year’s event.

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