The Falconry Centre at Hagley, West Midlands

Falconry Experience Days - Birds of Prey at first hand

We offer a variety of Bird of Prey Handling Experience days at the centre. Particpants will experience the thrill of handling and flying a wide variety of birds of prey. Experiences are provided to small groups of individuals.

All are available as gift certificates. We aim to make your day as informative and enjoyable as possible, so please let us know if you have any special interests.

Once gift certificates are sent out, the booking will be left open for a period of 6 months so the recipient is free to arrange the most suitable date themselves. If you wish to book a specific date please call the Falconry Centre. 

For details of each Experience that we offer please see below.

Pay by phone or Online

We can accept Credit Card payment by phone (01562 700014), you are welcome to pay securely online through PayPal's secure payment services or you can come into the Vistor Centre.

Owl Handling Evening

For owl lovers, we are now offering an experience to fly a variety of owls at our centre. This session is an evening session and therefore means you can fly them when they would naturally be more active. After an introduction to the owls at the centre you will then handle and fly different owls such as Little Owl, Barn Owl, Tawny Owl, Snowy Owl, Chaco Owl, Long-eared Owl and different species of Eagle Owls. Duration:18:00 to 20:00hrs (one hour earlier in winter).  Age 12yrs+ More Details -->

Half Day Bird Handling Experience

Our most popular choice, this event is available throughout the year and runs on various days to suit customers. We commence in the morning at 10:30am, after tea and coffee. A typical morning includes an introduction to some of the birds of prey kept at our centre. You will be able to experience the thrill of handling and flying birds such as Harris Hawk, Buzzard, Kestrel, Little Owl, Eagle Owl and Striated Caracara. Age 12yrs+ More Details -->

One Day Bird Handling Experience

This Experience offers a great day out and an unusual gift for that special person or just a treat for yourself! After an introduction to the birds housed at the centre you will handle and fly a selection of hawks and owls up until lunchtime.

In the afternoon you have the opportunity to take a walk with a hawk in the local countryside to fly it in its natural environment. The day finishes with an opportunity to fly one of our larger birds - either an Eagle or a Vulture. Light refreshments and snack lunch included.  Age 14yrs+  More Details -->

One Day Private Party Bird Handling Experience

EXCLUSIVELY YOURS. Now, YOU can book a One Day Bird Handling Experience Party for the fantastic price of £400.00, for up to 6 people to attend. We welcome Family Groups, Corporate Team Building or if you and your friends just fancy having a bit of fun on a different day out!! This experience is the same format as the standard "One Day Bird Handling Experience", but it will just be you, your friends and the Falconer... Perfect!       More details -->

Two Day Bird Handling Experience

A basic tuition course in hawk and owl management to include hands on flying and handling birds and practical demonstrations such as equipment making and fitting, feather repairing and beak and talon trimming. Light refreshments and snack lunches are included. Note: This course is not residential, but we are happy to suggest local accomodation.   Age 16yrs+   More Details

One Hour Experience

This is for the youngsters (7 - 15yrs) who are given the opportunity to handle and fly a small number of hawks and owls. Commence at midday and finish at 1pm.  More Details
Please Note: This experience is only available Monday to Friday- please call to check     

For more information, please contact us. We look forward to meeting you!