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Birds of Prey Hawking Half Day For One - Bedfordshire

Birds of Prey Hawking Half Day For One - Bedfordshire

Product ID: 11544
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Minimum Age: 14 years

About the experience

Experience the majesty of birds of prey at our family-run activity farm near Bedford in Bedfordshire. Choose from a range of thrilling falconry experiences suitable for all levels. Encounter over 300 birds, including rare and endangered species from around the globe. Our courses offer hands-on handling of birds of prey, advanced falconry training, and half-day hunts with hawks. Feel the adrenaline as you participate in our Hawking Half Day, joining Harris Hawks in the pursuit of live quarry. Alternatively, enjoy a peaceful hawk walk through the scenic Bedfordshire countryside without live prey.

  • Falconry at an activity farm near Bedford
  • Hundreds of birds of prey are resident here
  • Hawk walks, hunts, owl encounters and more
  • Excellent visitor facilities within the farm
  • This voucher is for Hawking Half Day For One

  • Home to one of the largest collections of Birds of Prey in the UK
  • Variety of species, owls, hawks, eagles, falcons and even pelicans

Hawking Half Day

  • The day starts at 9:30 for coffee
  • Guests are introduced to the falconers, who will give instructions regarding the safety procedures required for handling the birds, and it is important that these guidelines are followed correctly.
  • All guests will learn some of the skills necessary for successful hunting and quarrying, including rabbit, pheasant and other games.
  • You will then be introduced to your Hawk before leaving the centre for a short walk to the Hawking site for the day.
  • At all times, you will be under the supervision of a falconer
  • You will experience the thrill of the chase when hunting quarry using a team of Harris Hawks, which work well together with both each other and man
  • All the specialised equipment you will need is provided

Information

  • The centre has a large selection of birds on display and provides demonstrations in the art of falconry at selected times during the day, which friends or family are welcome to enjoy for a small admission charge.
  • There is a large picnic area and shop selling gifts, teas and coffee
  • Refreshments can also be obtained at the activity farm

  • Over 14 years of age
  • Please wear dark country-style clothing and stout shoes, but please bring along Wellington boots and waterproof clothes in case of wet weather
  • All specialised equipment will be provided

Minimum Age: 14 years

  • The centre can arrange accommodation or suggest places to stay upon request.

  • Two-hour courses run throughout the year
  • Half-day hawking courses run between October 1st and February 28th
  • All courses are weather-permitting
Location:
  • Herrings Green Activity Farm near Bedford

Locations

  • Bedfordshire
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