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Telford: Hot air balloons take to the skies for fiesta

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Council leader Shaun Davies said the morning flight took place in "beautiful blue skies"

Hot air balloons have returned to the skies as part of a town's annual festival.

Telford Balloon Fiesta began on Friday and a launch took place on Saturday morning in clear skies. Another launch is planned for Saturday evening and Sunday, depending on the weather.

More than 25 hot air balloons are due to take off, with the town's rearranged carnival parade also set for Sunday.

Councillor Eileen Callear said the free events would be "fabulous".

Dan Whitelock Balloons in TelfordDan Whitelock
Hundreds of people watched as the hot air balloons took to the air

Hundreds of people have been watching the balloon fiesta, which is taking place at Telford Town Park.

The carnival was moved to this weekend after being called off due to extreme heat in July.

Eileen Callear
Eileen Callear said there was "loads" going on during the fiesta

Other entertainment includes music from Shropshire Music Awards, a flight simulator, circus performances, and motorcycle display teams.

Shaun Davies, leader of Telford and Wrekin Council, was among people to post pictures of the balloons on social media.

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Earlier, Telford & Wrekin Council said it hoped this year's event would be the "biggest and best yet".

"This is a highlight in the events calendar for Telford & Wrekin Council as we know it attracts regional visitors as well as thousands of our residents in the borough."

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The council said the free event was a highlight of the year
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