Telford Kite Flyers

We usually team up with Midlands Kite Fliers and sometimes even a visit from Kent Kite Flyers to add a little daytime display for this event. Note that NOTHING is confirmed for kites yet, but if you want to come along and enjoy the balloons, or book for the night glow click here:

Balloon Fiesta Night Glow - Telford Theatre @ Oakengates Telford Balloon Fiesta – Night Glow The weekend begins with a bang as the skies light up for our much-loved Night Glow. This ticketed evening event is bursting with family-friendly activities and entertainment all building up to the breath-taking glow of illuminated balloons set to music. There’...

The Balloon Fest returns later this year & we usually have fun with Midlands Kite Fliers and sometimes a visit from the Kent Kite flyers too.
Last year was one of the better years for flying:)

https://youtu.be/N2NfGYdq75I

Telford Balloon Fiesta – 28, 29 and 30 August 2026, Telford Town Park
One of the Borough’s signature events, featuring hot air balloons, live entertainment, food and activities, plus the famous Night Glow taking place on Friday evening.

Midlands Kite Fliers & Telford Kite Flyers at Telford Balloon Fiesta 2023 Midlands Kite Fliers & Telford Kite Flyers flew at the QE arena in Telford Town Park.Filmed on the Sunday of the Balloon Festival, this year, balloons didn't...

There's sadness in the kite world right now, with the loss of the great designer & kiter Peter Lynn,
I had the honour of owning one of his half size sting rays for a while, and was inspired to get into air inflatables thanks to his wonderful creations.

Keep flying everyone, its good for the soul...

Sometimes you just have to have the basics handy for novices..
Nice and simple - with pictures.. We all started here.

https://www.instructables.com/Some-Kiting-Basics/

How many air sessions (yes that's what I call em) have you managed this year. Sadly for your Admin - non.. I'm trying to build up this group, maybe get one or 2 people for regularise (monthly perhaps) flyins - possibly a trip to a festival or 2..

May the wind be in your favour. Always

With Kent Kite Flyers – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉
I mean do I get a kite with that?

What's going on for the rest of the year..?

Kite Calendar - www.KiteCalendar.co.uk - Your calendar of kite events. UK KITE EVENTS CALENDAR. Large or small, all listed here, with links for more information

Last year at the Balloon Festival, in between the balloons 👍

Midlands Kite Fliers & Telford Kite Flyers at Telford Balloon Fiesta 2023 Midlands Kite Fliers & Telford Kite Flyers flew at the QE arena in Telford Town Park.Filmed on the Sunday of the Balloon Festival, this year, balloons didn't...