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A family from Telford and Wrekin has been announced as the winner of the Level Up Your Summer competition, securing a family hot air balloon experience courtesy of Virgin Balloon Flights.

The competition formed part of the Council's Level Up campaign, which encouraged children, young people and families to get active, try new activities and make the most of the wide range of opportunities available across the borough during the summer holidays.

To enter, families were invited to attend a Level Up activity, take a photo and share their experiences throughout the summer.

The winning entry was submitted by Hui-Ching from Brookside, whose photo captured the spirit of the campaign by showcasing how local families have been enjoying activities and adventures across Telford and Wrekin.

Telford & Wrekin Council Leader Lee Carter said: "We were delighted by the number of entries we received, and the fantastic photographs shared by families from across the borough.

"The competition was all about encouraging people to get out, get active and discover everything Telford and Wrekin has to offer during the summer holidays.

"The entries demonstrated exactly that, with families taking part in a wide range of activities and creating lasting memories together. Hui-Cheng’s family in particular embraced a number of activities like bike repairs with Dr Bike at the town park, days out in the park, rock climbing and abseil at Aerial Adventure, as well as badminton with the Urban Games which were are completely free for the family to attend.  

“Congratulations to Hui-Ching and her lovely family. We hope they enjoy their Virgin Balloon Flights experience and the opportunity to see the borough from a completely different perspective.”

Amy Jackson, Marketing Manager at Virgin Balloon Flights, said: “It’s been incredible to support the Level Up campaign and see so many families embracing the summer and making the most of what Telford and Wrekin has to offer. We hope the winning family thoroughly enjoys their flight. It really is an amazing experience, and being able to share that with the people closest to you makes it even more special.”

Throughout the summer, the Level Up campaign showcased opportunities including Urban Games sessions, Healthy Happy Active Holidays, the 5 by 5 and 10 by 10 challenges, activities through the Youth Offer, leisure centre sessions and attractions across Telford and Wrekin, all part of the Council’s commitment to a child friendly Telford.

The campaign forms part of the Council's commitment to supporting children, young people and families and helping residents make the most of the opportunities available within the borough.

For more information about activities and opportunities available throughout the year, visit www.telford.gov.uk/LevelUp.