The Lord Mayor's Hot Air Balloon Regatta has been canceled for the sixth consecutive year, primarily due to unsuitable wind conditions. Originally last held in 2019 with 46 balloons, the event was scheduled to take off from Battersea Park. Weather issues have plagued several previous attempts since 2020, which included cancellations prompted by the coronavirus pandemic. The event raises funds for the Lord Mayor's Appeal, accumulating over 250,000 since 2015. Despite logistical preparations, hopes remain for a successful regatta in 2026.
"The regatta was last held in 2019 when 46 hot air balloons launched from Battersea Park."
"Depending on the direction of the wind, the balloons could have passed over landmarks including Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, and Tower Bridge."
"It's the British weather. It's such a pain. And everyone had put so much into it."
"The event supports the Lord Mayor's Appeal and has raised more than 250,000 since 2015."
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