More than 50 hot air balloons are taking part in the first mass ascent of the Bristol fiesta.
By Nathan Heath, Andy Bennett, Dean PoolmanHot air balloons have taken to the skies as the International Balloon Fiesta gets under way in Bristol.
Hundreds of fans were up early to see the first mass ascent from Ashton Court shortly after 06:45 BST. More than 50 balloons are floating over Bristol heading north-east over the city centre towards Filton and Winterbourne. The fiesta is entering its second day after Thursday evening's flight was called off due to wind conditions.The event runs for four daysImage caption,Despite balloons being unable to take to the skies on Thursday evening, festival-goers were still treated to a night glow.
Depending on weather conditions there are more mass ascents planned for Friday, Saturday and Sunday - morning and evening.Many pilots were eager to fly after Thursday night's ascent was cancelledOrganisers said that conditions on Friday morning were suitable for flight
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