Have you heard?
Our air displays are returning with a legendary new line up full of aerobatics, pyrotechnics and a range of warbirds.
Icons of the Sky
12 – 14 September 2025
Up, up and away!
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Witness two mass hot air balloon ascents*, where vibrant colours and shapes fill the horizon.
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Immerse yourself in two breathtaking hours of exhilarating air displays.
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Experience the magic of the iconic night glow, as illuminated balloons create a mesmerising visual feast after dark.
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End each day in spectacular fashion with an unforgettable fireworks display.
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Watch as we commemorate 80 years since VE Day by featuring a Supermarine Spitfire daily. The Royal Air Force will be bringing the world-famous RAF Falcons mass parachute team and a Tutor T MK1 aerobatic trainer.
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Drive around our safari to see our rare tiger cubs at play alongside many other species**.
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Step into history with a ground floor tour of Longleat House.
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Sail across Half Mile Pond where you can meet our new pod of majestic hippos while our noisy sea lions compete for your attention.
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All this plus so much more!.
Daily Schedule
The Estate will open from 6.30am each day for Icons of the Sky. Daily timings, which are subject to change due to weather conditions, are:
• 07:00 - 09:00 - Mass hot air balloon ascent
• 09:15 - 10:15 - Model hot air balloon display
• 10:30 - 14:00 - Balloon tethering & meet the teams
• 14:15 - 16:45 - Air display
• 17:00 - 19:00 - Mass hot air balloon ascent
• 19:45 - 20:00 - Pyrotechnic air display
• 20:00 - 20:20 - Balloon night glow
• 20:25 - 20:30 - Firework finale
Sky’s the limit
Begin the day with a stunning mass hot air balloon ascent. From dinos to dragons, macaws to snakes, watch all kinds of animals and objects come to life in the sky. Create unforgettable memories as the morning light accentuates the kaleidoscope of colours and don’t miss out on those picture-perfect moments.
As day turns to night, sit back and relax as not only will you be treated to another picturesque mass ascent, but our airborne pyrotechnics will also be stark against the evening sky in a truly elegant display, before handing over to the much-loved balloon night glow and a flourishing firework finale.
Look above!
As 2025 marks 80 years of VE day and the end of World War Two, the display will include a feature more poignant than ever. Watch as a Supermarine Spitfire flies overhead plus the Royal Air Force will be bringing the world famous RAF Falcons mass parachute team and a Tutor T MK1 aerobatic trainer.
Pass Holders
Longleat Pass Holders can join on the Friday or Sunday for just £1 with your day ticket. Special reduced price tickets are available for Pass Holders on Saturday 13 September.
A full day of fun
Experience everything Longleat has to offer
With over 100 animal species to meet, there's so much to do to fill your day with fun. Meet our new pod of majestic hippos as you set off on a Jungle Cruise and explore the waters of Half Mile Pond. Cruise, while our noisy Californian sea lions compete for your attention. Embark on our Drive-Through Safari to meet gentle giraffes, curious cheetah and head into Tiger Territory as our not-so-little cubs explore!
Discover the history of Longleat House as you explore on a self-guided tour^, let your little cubs roam wild in Adventure Castle and adventure through the UK’s longest Hedge Maze!
Enjoy all this and more!
“The night glow and pyrotechnic acrobatic flights were great to see and that finale with the fireworks really was pretty epic.”
Zeneta, Facebook
Book tickets
Important information
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Icons of the Sky is included in a Day Ticket.
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*Ballooning is incredibly weather dependent, and we may have to adjust the timing of our launches to allow for the weather. In adverse conditions some launches and displays may have to be postponed or cancelled.
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Longleat Pass Holders can visit on Friday 12 September and Sunday 14 September for just £1 (though you will need to pre-book online to guarantee your entry).
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Special reduced price tickets are available for Pass Holders on Saturday 13 September at £10 per adult and £5 per child. Book these restricted tickets here.
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Anyone able to provide proof of a disability is entitled to bring a carer free of charge, simply add a Carer Ticket to your order. 2 to 1 care can also be booked in this way - please just bring evidence confirming this requirement with you on your visit.
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Photography and filming may occur at events for use on our website and/or promotional material. Please be aware by entering the site, you are giving consent to the use of your image or voice, waiving any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you or any claims for invasion of privacy or for any fees.
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We are a cashless site.
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Longleat will open in most weather conditions. In the unlikely event that Longleat has to close due to inclement weather you will be offered an alternative date to visit.
** Last entry to the Drive-Through Safari is 3pm.
^ Self-guided tours are available between 10:30 – 16:30 (off-peak) and 10:30 – 17:30 (peak), excluding during The Festival of Light, do not need to be prebooked and are included in day tickets. On a self-guided tour you can access the Ground floor of Longleat House only.