A BALLOON released by Grant Langfield to help launch the HELP! Campaign in Andover travelled 55 miles before coming back down to earth in Chipham, West Sussex.
His balloon was one of 1,000 released but his travelled the longest distance, winning him a £50 shopping voucher.
"It's unbelievable winning this voucher, I'm really pleased," said Mr Langfield, from Andover.
"I haven't really thought of what to spend it on yet, but it will probably be something for Christmas."
The campaign aims to raise the profile of the town's unsung heroes and, in particular, the contribution of the Red Cross to community life.
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