Sky lanterns – use our reporting form to tell us what happened

01 February 2023

An image of a sky lantern in the sky

We need to hear from you any time you have an experience, incident or near miss involving a sky lantern - no matter how big or small.

Your evidence is vital to help strengthen the NFU’s case asking government for a national ban.

Follow our campaigning progress by visiting: Campaigning for you: Ban sky lanterns

We know how distressing these incidents can be and that sky lanterns have the potential to:

  • kill and maim livestock
  • cause fire risk to crops and buildings
  • litter and impact on the environment
  • pose a safety risk to vehicles
  • increase pressure on emergency services

Sky lanterns continue to be readily available and are totally uncontrollable. They contain a large flame and they can land anywhere, without warning.

Campaigning for you: Ban sky lanterns

We need your evidence in order to work towards keeping your farm safe, and achieving a national ban. 

Report an incident:

Please tell us who you are

Please tell us what happened

Please tell us the county in which this incident occurred

Please tell us the best email address to contact you on. By submitting this form you are consenting to us using the information you have provided to contact you.

If possible, please upload any images of damaged property as a result of this incident

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