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Choose your preferred location from the selection below, then enjoy an aweseome helicopter sightseeing flight and admire the landscape from a unique viewpoint: BATH AND THE COTSWOLDS - DEPARTS FROM KEMBLE, NR CIRENCESTER You'll be transported into another world for 30 glorious minutes as you view the beautiful historic city of Bath. The helicopter will climb to over 1000 feet so you can fully appreciate the grandeur of the original Roman Baths and be mesmerised by the splendour of the city's Georgian architecture. Admire Salisbury Hill's magnificent iron age fort site and the Roman roads that form perfect lines into the Cotswolds. As you soar over rolling gardens and stately homes, surrounded by beautiful countryside, you'll understand why this is the ideal way to view with this green and pleasant land. 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. 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 UPON TYNE CITY AND ST JAMES\' PARK TOUR - DEPARTS NEWCASTLE AIRPORT We will take you on an exciting tour to see Newcastle's greatest landmarks. We start with the magnificent bridges over the Tyne and the Metro Centre, then onto the Angel of the North passing close to Ouston and Birtley. We fly by Washington and the Nissan car plant, onto the Penshaw Monument. Onwards towards the coastline, we pass by Marsden and South Shields. From here we fly along The River Tyne for another glorious view of the city and the resplendent St James' Park Football Stadium in all its glory, before returning to the airport. 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 BREIGHTON 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 Cafe 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! MIDDLESBOROUGH TOUR The helicopter departs Teesside Airport out to the East where you will see the Cleveland Hills, North York Moors, Roseberry Topping (renowned for being the highest point on the hills), Carlton Bank and Captain Cook's Monument. On the way back your pilot will fly over Middlesborough. You will see the city from the air including the resplendent Riverside football stadium, transporter bridge and the mouth of the Tees estuary. DURHAM and SUNDERLAND TOUR On this truly spectacular flight you will explore the cities of Durham and Sunderland. Admire the magnificent Durham Cathedral and university complex, including Brancepath Castle, on the way. The flight continues to Sunderland AFC where you will see the Stadium of Light in all its glory and then on to the Nissan car plant. Your pilot will point out the fascinating landmarks to ensure you don't miss the views or breath-taking scenery. HISTORIC PORTSMOUTH (LEE-ON-SOLENT) Stunning views along the South Coast are all for you to see! This tour will take you along the coast over the delights of Old Portsmouth and Southsea taking in views of Spitbank Fort, turning through Langstone Harbour and over Portsdown Hill seeing Fort Nelson and Portchester Castle thrfrom a different perspective leading onto the historic Portsmouth Harbour with aerial views of the active Naval Base and the spectacular fleet of docked aircraft carriers flying over the fabulous sights of The Warrior, HMS Victory and the Spinnaker Tower returning to base via views of 'Gods Port' - Gosport. NORTH WALES TOUR Your tour of North Wales begins at Hawarden Airport, where you will depart to the North, flying by Deeside and the estuary towns of Flint, Holywell and Mostyn Docks. Your pilot will take you to see the Point of Ayr, Prestatyn and Rhyl, before turning South to the magnificent Rhuddlan Castle. You will enjoy your bird's-eye view of the picturesque Clwyd Hills as we continue to fly South to the town of Denbigh and Denbigh Castle. From there you will see Ruthin and Moel Famau before making our way back to Hawarden. This is a thoroughly enjoyable scenic tour with diverse landscape and historical landmarks. It's a fantastic gift and a thrilling experience - one to be cherished for a lifetime. INVERNESS TOUR For your 30min flight the route includes Cawdor Castle, Culloden Viaduct, Culloden Battle Field, Inverness City and river (with Great Glenn in the background). Then we take you to see Kessock Bridge to Black Isle, the village of Fortrose. We cross the water at Fort George, along Nairn Beach before returning to the departure point. Location: Mid Wales Hills and Valleys (Welshpool, nr Powys), North Wales Tour (Chester), Bath and Cotswolds, (Kemble, nr Cirencester), Forest of Dean and Gloucester Docks (Gloucester), Durham and Sunderland Tour (Teesside), Middlesborough Tour (Teesside), Salisbury Plain/Stonehenge (Thruxton, Hampshire), Brighton Pier and Beaches (Shoreham), City and St James' Park Tour (Newcastle upon Tyne), Nottingham City and Football Grounds (Nottingham), Iron Bridge and Severn Valley Tour (Wolverhampton), Breighton (North Yorkshire) Bedford (Silverstone and Woburn Abbey), Thames and Chilterns (High Wycombe, Bucks), Historic Portsmouth (Lee-on-Solent), Warwick and Leamington (Warwick), Stratford upon Avon (Warwickshire); Perth, Ayr, Midlothian/Scottish Borders (Scotland), Dee Valley tour (Wales), Loch Skene Tour (Aberdeen), Inverness Tour (Scotland) Other Information: 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 Duration: The duration of this experience is approximately 90 minutes including briefings and tea/coffee. Airborne time is 30 minutes.