A LOW-FLYING hot air balloon was spotted in the Andover skies by many people yesterday afternoon.

Lots of local people snapped pictures of the bright yellow balloon making its way across the town on Saturday (February 27), including several members of our Andover Advertiser Camera Club.

One wrote: “I wondered what the dog was barking at … now I know!!”

Another added: “Strange bird flew over today.”

Some commenters raised concerns about the flight taking place during lockdown restrictions.

However, reports on social media suggest the trip was a flying exam, accompanied by a senior examiner and within regulations.

The balloon is believed to have landed on the other side of the A303, beyond Andover.