Sunday 30th
12pm - 10pm - Arena acts, musical entertainment, food and craft stalls, children's workshops, funfair and amusements plus lots more.
2pm - 5pm - *Balloon Tethering
2pm - 5pm - *Kite Flying Displays
6pm - *The Big Balloon Mass Launch
9pm - Nightglow & Firework Display
Monday 31st
12pm - 7pm - Arena acts, musical entertainment, food and craft stalls, children's workshops, funfair and amusements plus lots more.
2pm - 5pm - *Balloon Tethering
2pm - 5pm - *Kite Flying Displays
6pm - *The Big Balloon Mass Launch
* Subject to weather suitability.
To avoid disappointment please contact 0870 066 4336 for 'Mass Launch' weather information.
What was on 2008
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ARENA ACTS
Flyin’ Ryan Mototcycle Stunt Show
Sun 24th - 12:00pm & 7:15pm
Mon 25th - 12:00pm & 5:15pm
You will be amazed at the sheer courage of this man as he jumps over cars, does freestyle tricks, wheelies standing up, sitting down, with one hand even standing on his seat, and jumps through flames. Ryan’s son ‘Jumpin James’ on his smaller 85cc machine does a daring double crossover with his daredevil dad.
Battling Cumberland Giants
Sun 24th - 2:45pm & 5:30pm
12 foot high giant wrestlers, Mighty Mick, and Terrible Ted and their sweetheart Big Ethel do battle in a fast moving action packed spectacular comedy wrestling match.
Wacky Tumblairs
Sun 24th - 2:00pm & 4:45pm
The acrobatic partners ‘Play it strictly for laughs’ with high-bouncing trampoline stunts, knockabout slapstick and encourage hilarious audience participation.
Paws for Thought
Sun 24th - 1:30pm & 4:00pm
This team of 12-14 dogs and handlers are ever more popular due to their desire to entertain all the family. They are only happy when the audience is shouting, clapping and cheering the dogs.
Falconry Display
Sun 24th - 3:30pm
Mon 25th - 2:15pm & 4:30pm
Watch spellbound as these magnificent creatures soar over the heads of the audience at frightening speed or watch hawks, owls and falcons close up and talk to experienced falconers about these wonderful birds of prey.
Jawahir Middle Eastern Dancers
Sun 24th - 12:45pm
These ladies once again grace the Big Balloon arena with their stunning dances. The costumes glint in the sun and their movements show poise and panache. They perform all styles of Middle Eastern dance from Egyptian to Turkish via pop fusion. Their specialities are BellyBolly and folk styles. They have performed at several prestigious events including the National Eisteddfod.
Rockwood Dog Display Team
Mon 25th - 1:30pm & 3:45pm
This local dog display team never fail in entertaining audiences with the skill and agility of some of the best-trained dogs in the country. The informative and very amusing commentary will keep you enthralled and the finale of the relay race will have you shouting for your favourite to win.
Smokey the Fire Engine
Mon 25th - 12:45pm & 3:00pm
Back once again by popular demand this hilarious show with all the antics of these clown fireman is sure to be a hit with our younger visitors. Watch and laugh as Smokey bangs, chugs and smokes his way around the arena.