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36th Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

The 36th Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is taking place at Ashton Court, just outside the city. Over 150 hot air balloons are involved, and organisers are expecting 500,000 spectators over the four days.

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Final morning mass ascent cancelled due to bad weather

This morning's final mass ascent was cancelled due to bad weather Credit: Ben Birchall/PA Wire/Press Association Images

Bad weather meant this morning's final mass ascent at the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta was cancelled. Organisers say the public car parks are operating fine but they are limiting the access for trailers. A meeting is being held this morning to discuss the rest of the day's plans.

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