Take to the skies on an unforgettable Ironbridge Gorge and Severn Valley Helicopter Tour, enjoying spectacular aerial views of one of England's most historic landscapes. Departing from the former RAF base at Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green Airport, you will fly over the beautiful Shropshire countryside and discover the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution from a whole new perspective. The highlight of the flight is the iconic Iron Bridge, the world's first major cast-iron bridge. Opened in 1787 and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this remarkable engineering achievement is even more impressive when viewed from above. Your scenic route also takes in several landmarks managed by the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, including Blists Hill Victorian Town, the historic brick kilns and the Hay Inclined Plane. You will then soar over the market town of Bridgnorth, the ancient Wyre Forest, the National Trust's Kinver Edge, the Clee Hills, West Midlands Safari Park and Kidderminster before returning to base. Lasting around 30 minutes, this executive helicopter flight offers stunning bird's-eye views of Shropshire and Worcestershire, making it a memorable experience for history lovers, sightseers and anyone looking to see the region from a unique perspective.
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Overview
- Enjoy an Iron Bridge and Severn Valley Helicopter Tour for One
- Discover the Severn Valley with breathtaking views of the Shropshire Plain and Wyre Forest
- Fly for 25-30 minutes on board a Jet Powered Helicopter
- You will form part of a small group of 4-6 people
- This voucher is valid for One
What's Included
- Experience the Severn Valley with stunning views across the Wyre Forest and Shropshire Plain
- Fly for 25-30 minutes on board a Jet Powered Helicopter
- Look down on Thomas Telford's distinctive Iron Bridge as you fly around Coalbrookdale
- Travel on to Bridgenorth and across to the West Midlands Safari Park, then down to the Wyre Forest and Kinver Edge
- Fly onwards to Kidderminster and take in the views of the Clee Hills
- You will form part of a group of 4-6 passengers for this experience
- Please allow one hour for this experience
Suitable For
- Minimum age: 6 years old
- Under 12s must be accompanied by a participating adult
- Over 12s may fly unaccompanied
- The operator reserves the right to remove any passenger if their behaviour is deemed unsafe or inappropriate
- Maximum height: 6ft 6ins (198cm)
- Maximum weight: 15 stone (95kg)*
*Please see Anything Else section
Availability
- Selected weekends between April and October
- Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions
Location:
- Depart from Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green Airport
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 6 years
Maximum Height: 198.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 95.00 kg
Anything Else
- Spectators are welcome and may take photographs
- Flying activities have maximum weights (per seat) to ensure health and safety along with the comfort of fellow passengers
- You must enter passenger/participant weight at the time of booking an experience. If weight varies between the time of initial booking and date of flight experience, it remains the responsibility of the customer to update their individual weight via their online account prior to flight
- All passengers will be weighed before the flight, and if disparity exists between weight disclosed and actual weight (within reason), the passenger may be eligible to fly
Helicopter Pleasure Flights:
- Group size of One – Max 15 Stone (95kg)
- Group size of Two – Max 30 Stone (190kg)
- Group size of Three – Max 43 Stone (273kg)
- Group size of Four – Max 56 Stone (355kg)
- Group size of Five – Max 63 Stone (400kg)
- Group size of Six - Max 75 Stone (475kg)
Please note that the maximum weight limit for the Co Pilot Seat on a helicopter pleasure flight varies depending on aircraft and other operational considerations but will not exceed 95kg
If as a party of one you weigh in excess of 15 stone, you may still be able to fly; however, you will need to purchase an additional seat. This seat will either have to remain unoccupied or can be occupied by an individual as long as the combined total as listed above is not exceeded. However, a total individual weight of 21.5 stone cannot be exceeded
Please note that once your booking is confirmed, the provider's terms and conditions will apply. In the event of postponements due to weather and/or operational issues, your flight will be rescheduled
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
