Bird of Prey Half Day Experience UK Wide 1188912
Overview
The art of falconry has been passed down from generation to generation and is still going strong all over the country. This is your chance to learn from the experts with this half day introduction to handling these wonderful creatures. You will be guided by a team of expert Bird of Prey handlers throughout your experience, who will be on hand to give you a fascinating insight into the history of the birds and the techniques used to train them. You will be given a demonstration of how to handle the birds after taking a complete tour of the facilities. Then it’s your turn to have a go at flying these wonderful beasts, all under the watchful eye of your handler. You will have ample opportunity to have your photo taken with the birds throughout the course of the experience, creating memories to treasure forever.
- An introduction to the history of falconry by your handler
- A tour of the facilities at selected locations (see below)
- A tutored session on how to handle the birds, with the opportunity to handle the birds yourself
- Your voucher is valid for 10 months
- Please note at the Biggar location, bookings can only be made from the 1st April to 31st October inclusive
- At some venues, you will be part of a group. Details of numbers can be gained from the operator direct upon booking your experience
- The minimum age for participants ranges from 10 years to 16 dependent on venue
- Spectators are welcome at all venues, with the following restrictions:
- Chichester - Spectators are not allowed. Guests can accompany for an additional fee of £40
- North Yorkshire - all spectators will have to pay £10
- Kent – A maximum of one spectator is allowed and they must be aged at least 14. There will be a £20 fee
- Dorset - A maximum of one spectator is allowed and they must be aged at least 14. There will be a £20 fee
- Derbyshire - Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who will need to pay a £10 spectator fee
- Perthshire - Does not include a guided tour of their respective centres, but does provide access to said centres
- Kent - Does not include a guided tour of their respective centres, but does provide access to said centres
- The species of bird you will handle will be dependent on the season
- Please note dogs are not permitted on site at some locations
