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The Oxford Balloon Company

Newells Close, Stadhampton, Oxford, OX44 7XJ, GB

Rating: 4.0 ★ (98 ratings)

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Gently lift off from the grounds of The Wild Pig in Stadhampton and witness the patchwork quilt of the Oxfordshire countryside unfold beneath you. As your hot air balloon gracefully ascends, the serene beauty of the landscape comes into full view, offering unparalleled perspectives of rolling fields, charming villages, and perhaps even the distant, iconic spires of Oxford itself on a clear day. This tranquil journey through the sky provides a unique opportunity to see the region from a bird's-eye vantage point, drifting silently with the breeze as the world below awakens or prepares for dusk, creating an unforgettable tapestry of light and shadow over the Thames Valley and the Chiltern Hills.

Your adventure, launching from Newells Close, typically takes place at sunrise or sunset, when the light is most magical, and lasts for approximately one hour in the air. Following a smooth landing, celebrate your remarkable flight with a traditional Champagne toast, a perfect ending to a truly memorable experience. The team at The Wild Pig ensures a seamless and breathtaking journey, making it an ideal treat for a special occasion or simply a novel way to appreciate the stunning scenery of this historic corner of England, creating memories that will undoubtedly last a lifetime.

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Opening Hours

Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Contact

+44 1865 893975

Comments

David Baker
27 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
After three cancellations due to the weather we took off last Monday. The weather was perfect as was the whole experience. Whilst, we were disappointed about previous cancellations you have to expect it as you can only fly when it is safe to do so. The experience is well worth waiting for. From the coffee and pastry, helping with the inflation, the flight itself(which was very smooth both going up and the landing) and the glass of bubbles on the return. Mark the pilot was excellent and we felt very safe in his hands. He was calm and informative and we enjoyed talking to him on the return. The others helpers(sorry cannot recall their names) were friendly and we all mucked in getting the balloon packed away before leaving the landing spot. The views were great and I would thoroughly recommend using the Wild Pig.
Emma Robinson-Wiggins
11 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
We waited over 18 months due to the flight being cancelled due to the weather. If you are willing to wait for it to happen it's definitely worth it. I booked for my twins 18th birthdays. They were almost 20 when it eventually happened. But we all had a fantastic time.
Katie Male
23 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
We unfortunately had three cancellations last year due to the great British weather but we made it up first time this year and it was worth the wait. The staff and pilot were great and felt in safe hands. There was hardly any wind when we went up so didn't travel very far but the pilot did some ground hovering across a field which was incredibly skilled! Finished with champagne back at the farm shop. Would also highly recommend the salted caramel brownie slab from the farm shop! Best brownie I've ever had!
Natalia Kokla
20 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
Five stars are not enough for this lovely experience!!

Our Saturday morning was absolutely unforgettable. We were warmly welcomed with fresh coffee and delicious croissants before taking off on the most magical air balloon ride.

Our pilot was amazing—knowledgeable, calm, and made us feel completely at ease while sharing information about the landscape below.

The views were breathtaking, and after landing, we celebrated with a glass of Prosecco!

The staff in the farm were very kind and supportive. From start to finish, the experience was one of a kind.

Highly recommended for a truly special adventure!
Kathleen Herridge
18 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
We were treated so well from our welcome on arrival at the Wild Pig, the amazing flight and good landing, followed by 🍾. The photos that were emailed to us afterwards completed the10/10 experience.

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