Family Fun With Raptors

At last something to write in their school diaries about “What our family did at the weekend”

This half day experience session (either morning or afternoon) allows the whole family to get close to and enjoy working with a variety of Birds of Prey. Have a close encounter with a Barn Owl, help fly a young bird in training, and watch owls in their natural environment as they fly through the trees to land on your fist. Get a prey’s eye view of a top predator swooping low over your head, and at certain times of the year there may also be the chance to help feed young chicks in the hospital.

Activities vary depending on the time of year your session takes place, but can include swinging a falcon lure, tracking with a radio transmittor, dissecting an owl pellet to see what owls eat, or even pitting adults against children in our family fun bird of prey quiz.

This is not an intensive course, but the chance for all generations of the family to experience the unforgettable pleasure of working with these wonderful creatures, and learn a little bit more about them, and the work the Trust carries out with them.

Morning sessions run from 10am to 1pm. For the afternoon session you will be met by your hosts at 1.45pm, and taken to watch the Valley of the Eagles display before starting your event. This session will finish at 5.30pm.

You are more than welcome to remain at the Trust for the rest of the day, once your morning session is over, or if attending the afternoon session maybe arrive early and enjoy lunch at Duffy’s before arriving at the meeting point (not included).

** The types of birds used on these sessions are dependant upon the time of year, and the ages of the participating children. Please note that some birds may only by flown by adults, although children will be allowed close access **

The Family Fun Session is currently priced at £235.00 and covers the cost of 2 adults and 2 children (aged 6-16) attending an exclusive session at the Trust. These experience sessions can be booked for a particular day, or can be given as a Gift Voucher, making an ideal Christmas or birthday gift.

Purchase vouchers from our online Ticket Shop. All vouchers are valid for 10 months from date of purchase, allowing guests to choose their day with us.

All items ordered will be dispatched by First Class post within 2-3 days of your order. However if your order is urgent we can arrange special (next day) delivery at extra cost. Please add this postage option to your purchase.

To book your day please contact the Hawk Conservancy Trust office on 01264 773850.

**Please read the Booking Conditions before booking your day or Gift Vouchers.**