Visitors to a new Swindon festival offered positive feedback and constructive criticism after the main attraction had to be cancelled.

The Swindon Balloon Festival entertained thousands of people over the weekend, though no hot air balloons were able to ascend or be tethered to the ground due to the strong winds.

Despite this setback, the pilots and organisers are keen to return next year.

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Here’s what you had to say on the matter:

Cassie Barry said: “Sat watching the stunt bikes, the Vikings, civil war guys, enjoying the late sun, going on the fair and just being outside was still worth the money without the balloons going up.”

Fiona Smith said: “We were told by several stewards that the balloon glow was going ahead but it turned out to be a basket glow - big difference! They need to give accurate information. We wouldn't have hung around if we'd known!”

Glenn Coates said: “Weekend weather would also suggest unlikely to see any balloons in the air.”

Kirsty King said: “We went tonight and we........

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