0
  1. Experiences
  2. Animal
  3. Birds of Prey
  4. Hawk Walk Birds of Prey Experience

Hawk Walk Birds of Prey Experience

Hawk Walk Birds of Prey Experience Hawk Walk Birds of Prey Experience Hawk Walk Birds of Prey Experience
Hawk Walk Birds of Prey Experience
£35.00
Add to Cart
Pay in 3 interest-free payments of £11.67 with PayPalLearn more

About the experience

Product ID: 13142

Have you always wanted to handle a bird but haven’t been sure where to start? With a leisurely stroll through the Risley woodland in Derbyshire accompanied by an experienced falconer, Ben Breward, you will be introduced to glorious Harris Hawks and other raptors kept at this garden centre. Along the way, Ben is bound to tell you about what it’s like to be a falconer and how he has trained these birds. You will soon learn his tricks of the trade as you handle the birds and fly them to your glove. Nothing ever prepares you for the first time one of these birds lands on your glove, and you’ll definitely be surprised by the sensation as you take in the birds up close. Harris Hawks are known for their brown and red feathers and you’ll no doubt be swept away by them as you notice all their beautiful features. However, they might not stay on your hand for long as they are constantly scrounging for potential prey and flying up to high tree branches. It’s safe to say, if you’ve ever been curious about these alluring creatures this is the ideal experience to start with as you’ll be eased into the birds of prey world one step at a time. This centre is ideally located a short distance away from the A52 and M1 and boasts a popular coffee shop, garden centre and petting zoo, so why not make a day of it as you escape with nature.

  • Valid for 12 months
  • 1 Location in the UK
  • Flexibe Booking
  • Gift Pack Options
  • Free Exchanges
  • Instant Delivery

It was a privilege to handle such a beautiful bird. Hayley, our handler was very knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Reviewed by: Melanie Supperstein

I had the MOST awesome time I would definitely and have already recommend this to everyone I can. Thank you so much for the experience

Reviewed by: Rita Preece

Overview

  • Falconry at Risley Garden Centre, Derbys
  • Learn from experienced host Ben Breward
  • Witness hunting & flying with raptors
  • Go on a Hawk Walk around the farm centre

    • Plenty of opportunities to handle and fly the birds from the glove under the guidance of an expert falconer
    • You will form part of a group of up to 8 participants
    • Get up close and personal with a team of Harris Hawks
    • Take a leisurely walk around the Derbyshire countryside
    • Handle and learn about the birds, flying them to the glove
    • Sessions last one hour
    • Available on selected weekends throughout the year
    • Sessions are generally available from 11:00

    Location:

    • Derbyshire Risley
    • 8 miles east of Derby with easy access from the M1, J25
    • Under 16s must be accompanied by a participating adult
    • Spectators are welcome to attend with a fee of £10 per person
    • Suitable outdoors clothing and good strong boots (wellingtons in the winter) are recommended at all times
    • On-site there is a coffee shop, garden centre, toilets and a Petting Zoo
    • Minimum Age: 7 years

  •   1 Location in the UK

    • Derbyshire
X

Enter the recipient's name

Minimum Age: 7 years

Customer Reviews for the Hawk Walk Birds of Prey Experience

It was a privilege to handle such a beautiful bird. Hayley, our handler was very knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Reviewed by: Melanie Supperstein

I had the MOST awesome time I would definitely and have already recommend this to everyone I can. Thank you so much for the experience

Reviewed by: Rita Preece

A really wonderful experience. Lovely, friendly, knowledgeable guy who clearly knew his birds. He was very keen on their welfare and they responded well to him. Would recommend this half day experience.

Reviewed by: Mrs Janet Mathers

This was an interesting experience, very informative. Very good for not only the participant but also the person watching. We both thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Seeing the birds so close made it very special.

Reviewed by: Jeff Holden

It was great to get so near to the birds, handson in most cases. And the falconer was so enthusisastic and knowledgeable it couldnt help but be a great day.

Reviewed by: JACK CHRISTIAN

An excellent experience. If you love birds of prey you could not pick a better company. I learnt a lot and I got to fly and experience a wide range of birds.

Reviewed by: Beverley Myers 08 July 2024

Other experiences you may like

Cancel
Wait
send to top
X