Bird of Prey Handling Experiences
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Half Day 'Gauntlet' – £82.50pp
Duration: 2.5 hours
Suitable Ages: 12+
Our 'Gauntlet' falconry experiences are two to two and a half hours and are our most popular range. The word 'Gauntlet', of course, referring to the gloves that falconers wear to handle the birds when they land on their hand. But did you know there are usually different lengths for different birds? A falcon glove tends to cover the hand and the wrist, whilst hawking gloves are usually longer. And whilst it is obviously there to protect you from those beaks and claws, it also serves as a perch.
Handle and fly a selection of birds of prey* and learn about them and their natural behaviours and habitats under the direction of our experienced falconers.
You may bring up to two Spectators per booking – £20pp / £14.50pp (advance ticket purchased at the same time as booking).
If you want to bring more than two spectators for your booking, please arrange this with us in advance.
One Hour 'Rangle' – £42.50pp
Duration: 1 Hour
Suitable Ages: 8+ / minimum height 120cm / 4 Feet
The 'Rangle' (which refers to the teeny stones fed to birds of prey to aid digestion) is perfect for all ages from 8 upwards, as it gives you an insight into the world of birds, with plenty of time to meet and fly several species too within your one-hour session.
Full Day 'Yarak' – £142.50pp
Duration: 6 Hours including a break for lunch
Suitable Ages: 16+
A bird 'in yarak' means they are in peak condition both physically and mentally, making it a formidable hunter. The day gives you the most in-depth look at the work of a falconer on a day to day basis.
Our 'Yarak' falconry experiences are a full day of hands-on and up-close demonstrations from the professionals, with a break for a light lunch. Spectators must be pre-booked and you may bring up to two per booking.
Find Our Bird of Prey Experience in West Sussex
Our falconry experiences take place near Horsham, West Sussex, easily accessible from London, Surrey and the South East.
Great experience to remember
Beautiful location especially on a sunny autumn morning. So nice to be so close to amazing birds of prey. Very interesting facts delivered well. Thank you
Up close and personal
We had a half day gauntlet experience and had 7 different birds to feed. It’s a very nice setting with fishing lakes and a nice cafe restaurant at the entrance. The girls were very knowledgeable and could answer anything thrown at them.
Great expereince
Lovely morning, very imformative and clearly love their birds. Thank you
Great experience
We had a great time, learnt a lot about birds of prey and it was brilliant to handle them. The ladies running it were so knowledgeable and friendly. The owls were stunning and so adorable. Would highly recommend this and would love to do it again.
1hr falconry experience
Thoroughly enjoyed the experience, the ladies hosting were very knowledgeable and experienced. The birds were wonderful and the handling of them very enjoyable. Would thoroughly recommend this, We all enjoyed it.
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