Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2012
The 34th annual Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is getting underway at Ashton Court in the city. Half a million people are expected at the event which runs until Sunday
Thousands turn out for Bristol International Balloon Fiesta night glow
Thousands of people descended on Ashton Court in Bristol last night for the night glow, one of the highlights of the city's balloon fiesta.
Around 30 hot air balloons were lit up in time to music in the now world-famous spectacle. Events continue today with the first mass ascent of the festival going ahead this morning - weather permitting.
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Spectators turned away at popular Balloon Fiesta
The organisers of the Bristol balloon fiesta say they'll review parking arrangements after being forced to turn people away on Saturday.
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Crowds enjoy Fiesta
Thousands have enjoyed the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta despite the winds grounding many of the balloons.
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Bristol Balloon Fiesta
Fiesta enters final weekend