Gift Finder

 

Kids' Introduction for Two to Birds of Prey

  £70
GNTJR
1 hr
  • A chance to meet Britain's top predators
  • Learn about the history of falconry and the different types of birds
  • Get comfortable handling different species
  • Fly birds of prey to glove - there's nothing else like it

About

With a friend, you can get up close and personal with some of nature's magnificent and regal birds of prey. You'll both learn all about the art of falconry and have a chance to try it for yourselves. You'll find out lots about the birds and will be given plenty of time to experience falconry first-hand. Getting really close to different species like this, you will learn what makes a hawk a hawk, a falcon a falcon and an owl an owl. Then you'll get expert tuition in the art of falconry and have time to handle the birds yourselves so that you get comfortable with them and they can get comfortable with you. Next try it out for real as you'll fly some of the birds, watching them show off their skills. It's an amazing opportunity to see these dramatic birds up close and watch their spellbinding flight - and there can't be many thrills to match the experience of a real bird of prey coming in to land on your glove. Two grown ups are welcome to join you for free on your day.

Locations

  • Knutsford, Cheshire

Key Info

Availability: Approximately two dates each month, both weekdays and weekends. Dates fill up quickly, so book several weeks in advance and allow even longer for popular summer weekend dates.
Participant Guidelines: Girls and boys aged five and over are welcome.
Weather: Cancellation will only occur in extreme weather conditions and in that event, would be re-booked for an alternative date. If in doubt please call the venue to confirm.
Duration: Your experience will last for one hour and you are free to stay on at the centre for as long as you wish.
Numbers On Day: All tution is just with the two of you and your instructor.
Spectators: Up to two adults are welcome to accompany participants free of charge and further spectators can gain entry for a £3.50 charge each (payable on the day, but must be booked at least one week in advance by calling the venue direct).
Dress Code: Dress for the outdoors, with wellingtons or walking boots. Bring a change of clothes if the weather is particularly bad.
Other Info: Why not bring along a camera and/or a pair of binoculars if you have them? And it would be a shame not to catch one of the flying displays that take place throughout the day.
Print
Versign Logo
Accepted credit and debit cards: Solo, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, Delta, American Express Post Office One4all Gift Cards and Christmas Club Cards