# KITE DISPLAY TEAM, Close Encounters #
Hello from Allan and Marilyn Pothecary -
Have kites, will travel!
Why not book us and add some colour and excitement to your event or how about a coaching day for groups, teams or individuals?
We perform kite flying demonstrations set to music and commentary at festivals, country
shows, schools and corporate events all over Britain and in countries as diverse
as the USA, Spain, Greece, Lithuania and the Canary Isles -
Thinking of buying a kite? -
We have lots of kites provided by our sponsors for you to try before you buy.
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What’s New? -
Latest update 28th January 2012
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Kite Display Team
Husband and wife kite flyers, Close Encounters Kite Display Team, welcome you to
our web-
Come back here often and see what’s been added.
Have a question -
Filmed recently at Stokes Bay
Marilyn shows off the kite and her skills
HQ Delta Rainbow Graphic
We are continually updating or adding “Kite videos” just like the one HERE
Flapping Lillie Ladybug
This one was delighting onlookers at Basingstoke
Lots of other photos of kite flying from the festival on this site!
Ace cameraman Roger Backhouse was out working hard over Saturday and Sunday to bring you the very best of the kite flying weekend.
You might even see yourself!
HQ Infinity Standard or Vented
Click below for two nice videos of these kites in action
“Pairs video” and...
3 Limbo kites stacked
Come inside for lots more videos or...
Weymouth Festival 2011 -
Never too old-
Granddaughter Bethany Megan showing off her first ever kite.
- Repaired some of the photo galleries
- Dangerous Thing Video addition to “Video Assortment”
- Basingstoke Kite Festival 2012
- Jolly Ups and Workshop
- Articles are back -
new ones soon - Portsmouth Photos -
by Roger - Portsmouth Video -
Kite video - Portsmouth Photo Link
(Kindly sent in by Gareth Williams from Kent Kiteflyers)
- Bristol Video -
Courtesy of - “Special Media Projects“
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Before you fly a kite
- Always read the instructions first. These would normally give the proper assembly information as well as basic flying hints and tips. A guideline to the strength of the wind suitable for the kite may also be printed — do not exceed this as the kite can become uncontrollable
- Never fly kites in wet or stormy weather. Static electricity can build up and be conducted down the line. This is also the reason why you should never fly a kite with wire or anything metallic in the line.
- Never fly kites over other peoples’ heads or in an area where someone else could be injured from an out of control kite. Always make sure there is plenty of room around you.
- Do not fly close to roads or paths. Not only can it be dangerous if the kite comes down but it can distract drivers as well.
- Keep away from overhead power lines, transmission towers, telephone lines and aerials. If your kite gets caught—DO NOT attempt to rescue it yourself—ask for help from the right people such as the electricity company.
- Always be aware of what is behind you, be it people, roads or even cliffs! It is easy to be distracted by the kite and step back.
- Always wear gloves for strong pulling kites but be aware that gloves will not fully protect you.
- Do not fly near airports or above 200 feet (60 metres)
- Always tidy up after you. Take away any odd bits of line you have discarded, the bag that the kite came in, etc. Dispose responsibly or recycle.
- Be careful of animals, they can be easily frightened by flying kites—particularly dual and four line kites.
- If you have purchased a dual line sports or power kite, consider taking lessons in how to fly the kite, the kite trader you bought the kite from should be able to guide you in the right direction. Close Encounters Kite Display Team give free lessons. Training is particularly important for power kites as these can be very dangerous if not flown properly.
- Always be courteous and think of others. Not everyone is happy with kites buzzing around them. If someone else thinks your kite is a danger to others and asks you to stop—do so. They may be more aware of what is happening than you are.
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