Around 30 balloon teams from Ireland, Europe, and the United States are taking part in the event this year."We have about 27 balloon teams here from various corners of the world including the US, Canada and Europe.Among the balloonists is Robin Mercer from Belfast."We have been to Dubai, India, Italy and every year we love the Irish meet," he said.
The event attracts spectators from far and wide and it provides a huge boost for tourism in the county. Tourism Officer with Offaly County Council Olive Farrelly said:"It's great to have the championships back here in Birr for a third year running and it really means a lot to us here in Offaly.For Tom McCormack, who has been soaring through the sky in a hot air balloon since 1977, the magic is still there."You can see so much from the balloon. It's just so unique," he said.
"It’s a very informal event with more fun and the champion is someone who has really given their all as opposed to winning a competition."
I’d love to know how they get back to base with the wind blowing them hither and thither?
Plenty of hot air and balloons in Ireland to take up this hobby!! Ye Ha!
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