About Balloon
Tethered Hot Air Balloon raises visitors 500 feet into the air, it views the English Channel and Dorset countryside
Tethered Balloon Flights every day from the beautiful Lower Gardens in central Bournemouth. We'll take you 500ft. above this exciting resort where you'll experience amazing panoramic views over the English Channel and surrounding countryside, for up to 20 miles.
Flying' High Over Bournemouth
Let your imagination soar as you experience Bournemouth in a whole new way from the gondola of a giant helium balloon! Presented by S&D Leisure, the Bournemouth Eye is a spherical helium-filled balloon with an enclosed gondola designed to carry 25-30 passengers. Tethered by a steel cable
Flight Details
The gondola under the tethered balloon accommodates 30 passengers. The balloon ascends, which typically takes four minutes. At the top, approximately 500ft, the balloon stops and, for another few minutes passengers can admire a breathtaking view to the horizon before returning to earth.

For the public, the romance and appeal of ballooning is universal. The sensation is unique and gives the memory of a lifetime.
Controls

The Balloon is operated from the gondola, linked to the winch by radio control. The operator is also in voice contact with the ground. If necessary, the balloon can be controlled by the ground operator.
Operation

Two operators are needed, one in the gondola, one on the ground 

The Bournemouth Eye
The Bournemouth Eye, Bournemouth's Highest attraction, is a spherical helium-filled balloon with an enclosed gondola that carries 25-30 passengers. Tethered by a high tensile steel cable, the balloon lifts to a height of 500 feet while providing a panoramic view of the English Channel and surrounding area (over 20 miles) from the highest public observation point in Bournemouth.

The Bournemouth Eye is located at the beautiful Lower Gardens in the centre of Bournemouth.

Hours of operation
April to September.......... 7.30am till 11pm
(times may vary according to the weather conditions)
The Bournemouth Eye is removed from the lower gardens during the winter period.

Illuminated at night
At night, the balloon is brightly illuminated to glow like the moon, creating a "romantic personality" for passengers

Purchase tickets
Tickets can be purchased at the Lower Gardens Box Office, via telephone, or through our Online Bookings.

Average ride time
The Bournemouth Eye can operate at up to 12 minutes per ride