THE BEST HELICOPTER FLIGHTS IN THE MIDLANDS
Experiencing the world from up in the air is a remarkable feeling,
and the views are incomparable to anything you could ever encounter on the
ground. Most people have flown in a commercial plane on the way to a holiday, but
it’s safe to say that it doesn’t come close to the sensation of flying in a
helicopter. You’ll have a much closer and clearer view as you whizz around the
local sights. The UK Midlands are full of exciting landmarks to see from the
sky, so we’ve compiled a list of all the best helicopter tours we could find
and where to buy them.
Whether you’re from the area or not, the Midlands has a wide range of sights to see, including big city, historical and peaceful countryside tours. So, keep on reading to discover some of the best helicopter trips you can find across the East and West Midlands.
Shropshire
This twenty-minute helicopter flight is the best way to see Shropshire’s greatest landmarks. Whether you’re a local or from out of town, this flight will allow you to see Shropshire like never before. The River Severn is the largest river in Great Britain, and it runs from the Plynlimon mountain range in Wales to the Severn Estuary in Gloucestershire. With this tour you’ll follow the river as it runs through the Shropshire countryside. You’ll get to watch the trains pass on the tracks below at The Severn Valley Railway. On this sightseeing tour, you’ll get to see the first Iron Bridge ever built, as well as Dudmaston Hall, and the quaint historical town of Bridgnorth, which is definitely a must see from the skies as well as the ground!
Featured Experience: Iron Bridge, Severn And Bridgnorth Heli Tour From £215
Worcestershire and Herefordshire
This 30-minute sightseeing tour of the Malvern Hills in Worcestershire from Heli Air is simply breath-taking. The tour boasts dramatic views of the natural landscape, as well as the magnificent Eastnor Castle. At less than £200 per person, you’ll be getting your money’s worth. The Malvern Halls cover most of western Worcestershire, so trust us when we say there’s a lot to see here. You could spend the whole day on the walking trails, or you could see it all from the sky in half an hour. I know which I’d prefer! Moving on to Herefordshire, you’ll even get to explore Eastnor Castle. Established in the late 16th century and revived in the 19th, the estate was designed to replicate one of the medieval castles guarding the welsh borders and looks like something straight out of a fairy tale.
Featured Experience: Malvern Hills Helicopter Tour For £495
Dambuster
A tour for all the history buffs out there. This sightseeing tour explores the areas that the British RAF trained for Operation Chastise (attacking German dams) in 1943 during World War II. The attacks were a strategic success, causing serious flooding in towns across South East Germany. Although the Dam Busters are an interesting bonus, this tour isn’t just for the history lovers. With incredible landmarks and outstanding views of the peak district, anyone can enjoy this tour. Some of the top sights you’ll get to see with this tour include Chatsworth House, Mam Tor, and Lady Bower Reservoir/Derwent Valley, which is the main spot the Dam Busters used to train before their attack on Germany. You will get to experience exactly that the World War II soldiers did all those years ago as you soar above Derwent Valley, and you can take it from me, the reservoir ‘plughole’ is better viewed from overhead.
Featured Experience: Dambuster Helicopter Sightseeing Flight From £179
Wolverhampton
We thought we’d give you something a little different for the West Midlands. A helicopter buzz flight is the perfect experience for someone who isn’t a keen flyer, but desperately wants to tick it off from their list and face that fear. This Wolverhampton buzz flight allows the passengers a quick 5-minute flight, before heading back to the ground. At £60 per person, this flight is ideal for first time fliers, who want to test the experience out before splashing out on a longer sightseeing tour.
Featured Experience: Wolverhampton Helicopter Buzz Flight From £60
Warwick Castle
This 15-minute tour by Heli Air is the picture-perfect way to see Warwickshire. You’ll journey across the countryside to the stunning Warwick Castle. You’ll pass over Stratford Upon Avon, the beautiful medieval town and birthplace of the famous playwright William Shakespeare. You might even spot the Holy Trinity Church where Shakespeare and his family are buried. Warwick castle itself is positioned on the bank of the River Avon, which makes for a spectacular view. The castle was originally built in 1068 by William the Conqueror, although at that time it was constructed completely from wood. It was then rebuilt using stone in 1260 and has been a key factor in many historical events since, including the battle of the roses.
Featured Experience: Warwick Castle Helicopter Tour For 3 From £229
Nottingham
Moving on to Nottinghamshire and our first big city tour. There are a lot of top sights to catch in this fifteen-minute excursion, so make sure you’re paying close attention! From an astounding 1000ft vantage point, you’ll get to see Nottingham in a new and unbelievable way. You'll see top attractions such as Nottingham Castle, Wollaton Hall, which is now used as Nottingham's natural history museum, and sporting grounds such as Nottingham Forest F.C. stadium and The Trent Bridge Cricket Grounds. You'll also see Holme Pierrepont, a beautiful country park, leading on to the Nottingham Marina. The vast expanse of parkland and water makes for an outstanding view from the sky.
Featured Experience: Helicopter Flight Tour Of Nottingham From £125
Leicester
With this skyline city tour from FlyHeli you’ll get to check out some of the tallest buildings Leicester has to offer. We assure you it’ll be hard to miss the Cardinal Telephone Exchange, Leicester Cathedral, Thames Tower and the New Walk Centre. Alongside the city skyline, any sports fan will be in their element with this tour. You’ll of course fly over the famous King Power Stadium, home of Leicester City F.C., as well as Welford Road rugby stadium, home to the Leicester Tigers, Leicester Racecourse, Leicestershire Country Cricket Club and Saffron Lane Sports Centre. And as if that wasn’t enough, there’s even more to see on this 20-minute flight. Expect to see famous landmarks such as the National Space Centre with its unique architecture and its neighbour the Abbey Plumbing Station.
Featured Experience: Leicester City Skyline Tour From £299
Northampton
Okay, okay, so this one isn’t technically a helicopter tour - but hear us out. This 60-minute microlight flight is unlike anything you could imagine. So, what is a microlight? The flying mechanisms are very similar to that of a helicopter, allowing only a maximum of two people on board. The open topped, two-seater aircraft is essentially a helicopter without a roof. The aircraft will allow you to fly amongst nature as you tour the sights of Northamptonshire in this unique way. Plus, it’s sure to impress all your less-daring friends. There's no better way to witness the picturesque country scenes below! You’ll feel as free as a bird as you weightlessly soar through the sky, the wind on your face and the world at your feet.
Featured Experience: Northampton 60 Minute Microlight Flight From £200
Thank you for reading!
We hope we’ve showed you that the Midlands have a lot to offer when it comes to helicopter flights. If you’re interested in flying for the first time, why don’t you check out our blog post, What to Expect from a Helicopter Flight? If you haven’t found what you’re looking for, you can browse through all the flying experiences we have to offer.
