CORONAVIRUS UPDATE – 1st July 2020
The Government has specified that activities involving clients handling animals are not allowed to open, therefore, we remain closed for experiences until further notice.
We are currently hoping to re-open in August at the very earliest or, more likely, September, though this could change, as it is a very fluid situation.
We have opened up our booking window to 18 months in advance, so customers who would like to make a booking, are still able to do this.
Any existing gift vouchers purchased from us will be extended free of charge, so that you can use them to book later this year. From today, all new experience vouchers will be valid for 2 years, and our generic (face-value) gift vouchers never expire, as always.
Please bear with us, and consider following us on social media to receive updates as we may not be able to respond to individual queries as quickly as we would like to.
The welfare of our birds, staff and guests remains our top priority and we would like to express how grateful we are to our staff for everything they have done and continue to do in these uncertain times.
We will keep you updated as the situation evolves.
Once again, as a small business with animals to care for, we are thankful for your continued support.
Experiences
Experience the thrill of flying a bird of prey to your gloved hand and create memories that will last a lifetime. We’re offering falconry sessions, near Dorking in Surrey, ranging from a one-hour taster to a full-day experience. You can book or buy a Gift Voucher online. For larger groups we offer Corporate Entertainment packages, and for those interested in learning about falconry we provide falconry tuition.
Displays
Choose the type and size of display you want to suit your venue. We can do main arena falconry displays or just a static display for country fairs or village fêtes. For two day events, we can bring a different selection of birds of prey for each day.
Occasions
Whether you want to add a touch of magic to a wedding ceremony, celebrate a special anniversary or birthday party, or simply entertain family and friends, our birds of prey will be a unique and memorable addition to your special event. Our owls can deliver a surprise engagement ring, or the wedding rings during the ceremony. We can provide a static display of birds throughout or event and a flying display. Suitable for both adult and childrens’ celebrations.
Education
A visit to your school or college from our birds of prey can help you bring the curriculum to life. Our educational presentations can be tailored to your individual needs and can include curriculum links to biology, history, literature, art, conservation and the natural world. We include worksheets and follow-on activities to enhance and extend the learning experience. Ideal for schools, colleges, groups like Guides or Scouts, clubs and societies.
This is really sad.
Peregrine falcon talons tangled in discarded face mask buff.ly/2D78J0I
Peregrine falcon tangled in discarded face mask
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The peregrine was spotted by photographer Steve Shipley trying to rid itself of the mask.Please sign and share this petition to limit the sale and use of fireworks to licensed displays only.
We like a good organised fireworks display - we have one of the biggest in the South East on our doorstep.
But, we do not like people letting off fireworks at random and unexpected times. It’s a problem for people with animals to care for, and for people that suffer with PTSD. We get stressed about our birds getting stressed.
This petition is asking for the sale of fireworks to licensed displays only, so is a good compromise, allowing organised displays to continue, but stopping unlicensed back garden fireworks.
Petition: Limit the Sale and Use of Fireworks to Organisers of Licensed Displays Only
petition.parliament.uk
Current legislation allows for public use of fireworks 16 hours a day, every day, making it impossible for vulnerable groups to take precautions against the distress they can cause. Better enforcement of existing law is insufficient; limiting their sale & use to licensed displays only is necessary.Amazing! Wild vulture spotted in Derbyshire ❤️
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Alps-dwelling large vulture spotted in UK
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The bird, more used to the Alps, has ended up on the Derbyshire and Yorkshire border.Unfortunately, although zoos are allowed to open, the government has specified that activities involving guests handling animals are still not allowed.
We will keep you updated, however, it appears that it will be some time before we can re-open for handling sessions.
Wishing the best of luck to all the Zoos and Safari Parks that are opening today.
From all of us at Hawk on the Wild Side!
We are proud to be a founding member of the Association of British Wedding Businesses (https://buff.ly/3fH0Qhf).
2We will be contacting everyone that has an experience already booked in May or June, to arrange a new date.
We are currently hoping to re-open in July, though this could change, as it is a very fluid situation.