What Can I Expect

It's the best of the east when you try falconry in Peterborough! These two-hour sessions give you a great introduction to the sport of falconry with plenty of opportunity to meet, handle and fly lots of different species of birds.

You will be getting up close to these magnificent creatures in the wonderful setting of a working farm estate just south of Peterborough. With a superbly well-stocked farm shop, cafe, animal farm and maize maze, it's a lovely place for all the family to spend the day. Access to all the Harvest Barn facilities is included for those on a falconry experience.

Charlotte, who runs these experiences with her dedicated team, puts on falconry shows and displays that wow hundreds and hundreds of spectators every year. When it comes to the birds, they are, as you might expect, very much part of the family. Each one is lovingly cared for and every bird taking part in experience days or displays loves to show off their skills.

They do all have their very own character and it's fascinating to see how the relationship between falconer and raptor works. Ruby the Tawny Owl is friendly and responsive and you'll instantly recognise her 'twit-twoo' sound. Blue, the Chilean Blue Buzzard Eagle is a true star in the arena and loves a crowd.

Meanwhile, Jerry the Kestrel has amazing hunting capabilities, including a very special talent (we won't tell you what it is here!). Havana the Siberian Eagle Owl is a true beauty and very photogenic, but also a formidable hunter. And who could forget Cardhu, the very rare female Eastern Chanting Goshawk. She's acrobatic and very vocal too, hence her name!

Whichever humans and feathered members you get to meet at this fab Peterborough falconry centre on the farm, you're sure to learn a lot and all in a fun and informative way. It's all very hands on too, so you will be donning your falconer's glove and calling raptors to your hand in a fine display of flying prowess. There's no need to decide now whether you prefer an owl or a birds of prey experience - buy your voucher and decide when you book in!

When Is It Available

Suitable For

• Minimum age 10
• Under 17's must be accompanied by a participating or spectating adult

Spectators

• Spectators are welcome for a £15 fee payable by cash on the day
• Children under the age of 10 are free but must be accompanied by an adult that has purchased a spectator pass