![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() My only advice would be to check the weather!!!! If birds aren't your thing, there is a restaurant, coffee shop and garden centre which is very quirky and reasonably priced too.Īll in all a good day out suitable for all the family. ( Camera phones no problem, but if you have a high-resolution amateur photography camera, a voluntary donation of £5 is suggested). Plenty of photo opportunities here, and if you are a keen photographer you can get some great images of birds in flight. The youngest member, Will has been inspired by his peers as it was one of his first public appearances, and it was evident that loved his work and was very knowledgable answering questions The members of staff are all volunteers and get nothing for their time. Like a spoilt child.Īll of the children ( and the adults ), who wanted to hold the birds were given an opportunity to do so, and it was great to see the children of all ages having a great time. Even the naughtiest owl got its' treats despite misbehaving and not flying at all - it just blinked slowly and ignored everyone. It is very obvious that the birds are well looked after and they are happy to be in the our company. All of the birds are rescue birds that have been bought as "pets", and no longer wanted or the offspring of those birds. I thought that we would pop in for a while, and leave after about half an hour but we stayed to the end of the display, ( almost 2 hours).Įntertaining us today were the 2 Johns and little Will, who kept us entertained with their banter and knowledge of the beautiful birds they have there, including barn owls, Harris hawks, Steppe eagles and black kites. The admission is £6 for adults, £4 for children and there is a concession for seniors although I am uncertain of the price. The site is fully accessible with Feathers Restaurant and the Trust Shop onsite.It was a cold but dry day, so we decided to risk the elements and visit the birds of prey at Tarbury. Please check the Hawk Conservancy website for opening times and daily timetables. Owls sanctuary near me full#These are just some of the activities that make up the Hawk Conservancy Trust’s full timetable of daily activities.īring the family to the Hawk Conservancy Trust for a day in the country to have fun, to learn, to be inspired and to be amazed. See Northern Bald Ibis and Storks fly elegantly alongside owls, vultures and kites experience the Savannah with the dramatic impact of a bushfire and African rainstorm.Ĭhildren can blow off some steam as they explore the park and bird of prey themed playground, and young adventurers can have a go at the children’s activity trail. ‘Meet the Burrowers’ in the fascinating and immersive aviary where you can come face to face with the Trust’s team of cute and curious Burrowing Owls or even book on to a VIP Encounter to meet them yourself!ĭon’t miss the ‘Wings of Africa’ display. Get outside and immerse yourself in nature! You will witness some of the most spectacular flying displays in the UK, as well as having the opportunity to meet an owl! The Hawk Conservancy Trust is a full day out for all the family. ![]()
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