Pendle & Cumbria Balloon Flights

Pendle & Cumbria Balloon Flights

Pendle & Cumbria Balloon Flights
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Compass50226759633
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2018 • Friends
Given how temperamental the weather in the Lake district is, booking this in advance is somewhat akin to blindfolded darts. This is compounded by the fact that the balloons are very sensitive to weather, and the aviation ordnance could cancel your afternoon flight so long as light rain is expected sometime that day but not necessarily during your booking.

As a beginner to both airsports and the Lake district, I will be the first to admit that I was foolish and could have gone about this much better. Aside from the weather, I should have read the terms & conditions like a hawk and realized how unfavorable they are, with refunds solely at the discretion of the company (unless you die). Even if they cancel your flight 8 times, the most that will be offered is an extention of your voucher expiry date by 3 months.

Nevertheless, it is somewhat galling to think that you've handed over several hundred pounds in advance as part of a treat for a loved one, and that a company will keep it despite having incurred no costs (or even the need to work that day). While it is embarrassing to admit that I made such a dumb mistake, hopefully this will help other rookies go about it in a smarter way than me.
Written November 12, 2018
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whetnallc
1 contribution
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2019 • Family
Champagne toast ? Yes we expected that too but there was no mention of it after a rather awkward landing.
It would have been good to have a photo of our balloon fully inflated with us in the basket as a memento, but that requires the member of staff on the ground to do that. Worth a thought?
The flight itself was great, but as I say marred by the landing and lack of “celebratory drink” as advertised. I will be doing it again but with another company.
Written May 15, 2019
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Katherine L
Poulton Le Fylde, UK3 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Couples
Booked this well in advance. Was due to fly at the end of next month. Send an email to confirm it was all going ahead. Email returned. With some detective work I realised the chief pilot and company owner had gone to live and work in new Zealand! He doesn't reply to any social media (the only way at that point , in a desperate bid to contact him). Happily took my ÂŁ358 tho. After a lot of hassle and a bit of stress I finally got my money back. All credit to the booking company. If you need any details on how to get youre money back now this man has moved half way across the world with your money then feel free to drop me a message and I will help as much as I can.

So in summary. Do not book with this company. Its an absolute con.
Written July 29, 2021
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Jonathan H
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021
Do not book with this company.

Unable to contact the company to schedule the flight or get a refund if they are no longer providing the service. Criminal behaviour!!!!!
Written September 19, 2021
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lavender365
Manchester1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Solo
Reply to emails, texts, messages - flight booked pre covid, now dont have the decency to reply as to when or if I will be able to fly
Written January 29, 2021
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Lisaalier
Birmingham, UK14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019 • Couples
Had a fantastic morning floating above the Ribble Valley an amazing experience another thing to tick off my list of things to do.
It was well organised and the perfect day brilliant landing as well.
Would definitely recommend.
Written August 3, 2019
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ladyraceruk
United Kingdom159 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2017 • Couples
The whole experience is around 4 hours, with the actual flight lasting about an hour. The rest of the time is spent unpacking and inflating the balloon and then helping put it all away afterwards, which is all fascinating to watch and do. The experience is finished off with a champagne toast and certificate to commemorate the flight. Graeme is a friendly pilot and gave us some good info on the day. Really enjoyed the whole thing and would highly recommend it.
Written August 26, 2017
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Rob W
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 • Family
Following numerous calls, messages and voicemails to no availe over the last twelve months, I would like to let anyone who is still awaiting money/ waiting on a baloon flight that that mr church is now currently in New Zealand, he has sent me a full refund following multiple emails, Of which I am happy to send his email address across to help anyone else request there money back, DONT NOT USE THIS COMPANY
Written June 11, 2021
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Annabella M
2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2020
Booked a Voucher January 2020 for my 50th Birthday.

I have made several attempts over the last year to contact you Graham via email and telephone.

Had no reply whatsoever..............................
Written April 15, 2021
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sburnside
Blackburn, UK47 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2021 • Family
Desperately trying to get hold of you and have been for months, bought a voucher in Nov 19 which I'd like to discuss/redeem but not been able to get in touch and you've not returned calls or messages or emails.
Written February 25, 2021
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