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Trim Balloon Fiesta 2nd-5th April 2010

LOCATION: Trim, Co. Meath

DATES: 2nd – 5th April 2010

TELEPHONE: 046-948 3436 & 086-260 4088

"Trim has become known in aviation circles as the capital of Hot Air Ballooning in Ireland and now is the time to share the thrills of this incredible sport with a broader audience."

This first Trim Hot Air Balloon Fiesta will be one of the most spectacular and colourful events ever to come to Ireland. Stunning Special Shape Hot Air Balloons will fly daily from a base alongside Trim Castle over the Meath countryside. The most amazing special shape balloons in the world will be here, some of these balloons are 150ft tall. The festival will include lots of other family fun activities including Easter egg hunts, daft raft races on the river, model hot air balloons, workshops and carnival activities. Welcoming this decision Pauline Baker, Fiesta Director and world record breaking balloonist, said “Trim has become known in aviation circles as the capital of Hot Air Ballooning in Ireland and now is the time to share the thrills of this incredible sport with a broader audience.”

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