A bird’s eye view of site

It's hard to imagine just how large the Jamboree site is when visiting each individual section. But one very lucky photographer had the opportunity to take to the skies to see the site from 11,000 feet.

Jamboree photography team leader Becky Tompkinson, 20, spent 15 minutes in the air, circling the site six times. Flying in a small aircraft with local pilot Pete Wensak gave her the opportunity to see the scale of the site.

She said: “It was amazing to photograph the site in its entirety rather than a cross section at a time.”

Leaving from his personal airfield about 20 minutes away from the Jamboree site, Becky also experienced the pilot’s aerobatic talents, spiralling through the air, in complicated movements.

The plane flew high into the air and then spiralled back down ensuring Becky got the best possible view of the event. She said: “It was like being on a rollercoaster with scenic views.”

The site looked like a miniature city and Becky could see people waving at her from the ground below.

“I’ve flown long distances but I’ve never been in a small plane before, but it was so worthwhile. “If I could do it again I definitely would.” Becky’s photographs will be available to view and will be on sale from the Media Sales tent on the Market Square for £3 each, and will make a fantastic souvenir to cherish.

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