Balloon race winner to spend money on ice cream

Date published: 02 September 2013


Abbie Kenyon, 5, from Middleton, said she plans to spend her winnings on ice cream after finding out she had won a balloon race organised by Rotary Club of Middleton. 

Abbie won after her balloon was found the furthest away in Farnley, Leeds by Mr D Horner.  The balloon travelled a total of 30.5 miles after being set of at this year's Midfest.

Abbie was presented with her £50 prize winnings by Rotary Club President Stuart Sawle.

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