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854 items Pages Stratford Upon Avon Shakespeare Tour When it comes to unforgettable experiences, a ride in a helicopter has to rate pretty high on the list. Flying along at over 100mph and seeing the surroundings from a unique vantage point is a an amazing adventure. On our 30 min flight you will see Kenilworth Castle, Abbey ruins and it's immaculate gardens. The Birmingham City skyline including the famous BT tower is also seen in the distance as the aircraftclimbs to over 1000 feet! Your pilot will give commentary en-route to rnsure you don't miss any of the exciting landmarks, particularly as you fly round Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon. There is a lot to see and enjoy on this 30 minute flight. Not only do you get to see the castles on this tour but you also see a fantastic birds eye view of the local area. Based from Coventry Airport, flights are sold per person per seat. You'll have a fantastic trip that many would describe as a 'once in a lifetime' experience - definitely something you should do before you die! Don't forget your camera! Dambuster Helicopter Tour On the night of 16 May 1943, nineteen Lancasters from the specially formed 617 Squadron took off from RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire on a daring raid that was to take them deep into Germany. On the bombing run, an exact height of 60 feet had to be held. To facilitate this, two spotlights were fitted below the Lancaster so that the spots of light would coincide on the surface of the water when flying at precisely 60 feet. The Peak District is one of England's beautiful National Parks. The flight will take you through the Peak District covering Chatsworth House, the Mam Tor rock formations and Lady Bower reservoir/Derwent Valley where the RAF trained for the Dam Buster flights during World War II. Passengers will have the opportunity to appreciate this special piece of aviation history whilst taking in views of outstanding natural beauty. Milton Keynes, Woburn Abbey & Silverstone Helicopter Tour When it comes to unforgettable experiences, a ride in a helicopter has to rate pretty high on the list. Flying along at over 100mph and seeing the surroundings from a unique vantage point is a an amazing adventure. Cranfield Airport is near Bedford and Milton Keynes. On this flight you will see such exciting landmarks as Cardington Airship Hangars, Millbrook Vehicle Proving Ground, Woburn Abbey and Safari Park, Milton Keynes and Snow Dome and Silverstone Race Track. The hangars at Cardington were built in the 1920s to house cargo and passenger-carrying airships. They are still in use today, not just in the development of airships, but as a fire research centre and in films, too, such as Batman Begins. Millbrook is an extensive site where every kind of land vehicle including heavy commercial, military and off-road vehicles are tested and demonstrated. Your pilot will explain more during en-route commentary. A truly fabulous flight for historians, motor/Formula 1 enthusiasts and animal-lovers alike! You'll have a fantastic trip that many would describe as a 'once in a lifetime' experience - definitely something you should do before you die! Don't forget your camera! Ayr And Heads Of Ayr Coastline Helicopter Tour When it comes to unforgettable experiences, a ride in a helicopter has to rate pretty high on the list. Flying along at over 100mph and seeing the surroundings from a unique vantage point is a an amazing adventure. Departing from the Whitefordhill Auction Mart, we route southwards around the town of Ayr towards Alloway, where we pass the famous cottage which was the home of our very own national poet - Robert Burns. We then continue towards Doonfoot, passing the Craig Tara Holiday Park on our way along the coast towards the Heads of Ayr. At the Heads of Ayr, you will see the most breathtaking sights of the Clyde and its coastline, the awesome Island of Arran, and the Galloway and Ayrshire Hills. We then continue southwards, passing Electric Brae on the way to Culzean Castle and the Culzean Country Park. From here we continue all the way down to Turnberry, where we see the famous Turnberry Hotel and Turnberry Golf Course, and the great sea view towards Ailsa Craig, or 'Paddy's Milestone' as it is known. The tour then turns northwards, following the coastline all the way to Prestwick. On our return to Whitefordhill, we pass by Prestwick International Airport, Ayr United Football Ground, and the famous Ayr Racecourse. You'll have a fantastic trip that many would describe as a 'once in a lifetime' experience - definitely something you should do before you die! Don't forget your camera! Scottish Borders Helicopter Tour When it comes to unforgettable experiences, a ride in a helicopter has to rate pretty high on the list. Flying along at over 100mph and seeing the surroundings from a unique vantage point is an amazing adventure. The tour offers you nothing but outstanding natural and colourful beauty of the historic Scottish Borders, including the Eildon Hills and the picturesque villages which include Galashiels/Eildon Hills, Selkirk, Melrose, Kelso/Floors Castle/Racecourse, Scott's View, Lauder/Thirlstaine Castle. You'll have a fantastic trip that many would describe as a 'once in a lifetime' experience - definitely something you should do before you die! Don't forget your camera! Edinburgh City Helicopter Tour When it comes to unforgettable experiences, a ride in a helicopter has to rate pretty high on the list. Flying along at over 100mph and seeing the surroundings from a unique vantage point is a an amazing adventure. The City of Edinburgh Tour is an amazing trip over Scotland's Capital. You will see all the famous sites of the city, allowing passengers the unique experience of actually 'seeing' the contrast between the 'Old' and 'New' towns. The tour covers the whole of the City Centre and includes: The Castle, Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament, Arthur's Seat The Salisbury Crags, Leith and the Royal Yacht - the sporting venues: Hearts Tyncastle Stadium, Hibernian's Easter Road Stadium, Murrayfield, the home of Scottish Rugby. At 2000 feet you get great views over the city and surrounding areas. A great tour, bring your camera, covers approximately 18 miles. You'll have a fantastic trip that many would describe as a 'once in a lifetime' experience - definitely something you should do before you die! Don't forget your camera! 854 items Pages |
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