Balloon made front garden landing

One emergency landing in Bristol

A Bristol father of four has spoken of how he woke up to find a hot air balloon in his front garden.

During the early morning mass ascent - part of the International Balloon Fiesta - on Saturday, fog came in fast.

One balloon made an emergency landing in a large garden in Horfield while another came down in a city street.

Mohammed Naseem said: "I opened the door and there were about 50 people in the garden trying to pull this massive balloon down."

No-one was hurt and the balloon was not damaged.

"I think he (the pilot) must have been very skilful because he missed the cars and my vegetables," said Mr Naseem.

"There were six passengers and two navigators in the basket with him - they were having a good laugh I think.

"We all helped pull it down - it took us nearly 45 minutes then I made them a cup of tea and gave them some biscuits."

The balloon was taking part in the 29th International Balloon Fiesta based at Ashton Court Estate near Bristol.

On Saturday 125,000 people visited the event.