Hickstead

Hickstead, WestSussex

The prime location of our Hickstead launch site in the heart of West Sussex is ideal for those coming from either the Brighton or south London areas. The beautiful countryside of Sussex will ensure that your champagne balloon flight with us will be a truly memorable experience. When the showground has an equestrian event on, we meet at the Hickstead Hotel, in Hickstead Village. We also have alternative launch sites, Waterhall & Handcross, which we use depending on the wind direction.

Location Details

The balloons take off at the stunning location of the Hickstead Showground. The site is accessed off of the A23 with safe parking. There are no toilet facilities.

Alternative Locations

Given certain wind directions we may use alternative launch sites in the area:

The collection covering some 8000 sq ft of floor space is complemented by a fully licensed coffee shop and children’s play areas both inside and out. Please note there are no toilet facilities available for early morning flights.

Things to do in the area

Within 10 miles:

• Sheffield Park Garden – National Trust Property
• Wakehurst Place
• Standen
• Chartwell - Winston Churchills house
• Lavender Line Railway
• Plumpton race course
• Borde Hill Garden
• Ridgeview wine estate
• Glyndebourne (opera house)
• Scotney Castle
• Drusillas Park - Animal Zoo