National Birds of Prey Centre

Great Boulsden
Newent
Gloucestershire
GL18 1JJ

Tel: +44 (0)8709 901 992
Fax: +44 (0)1531 821 389
Email: kb@nbpc.co.uk
Web: http://www.nbpc.co.uk


The National Birds of Prey Centre is situated on the outskirts of Newent, Gloucestershire. It is home to the most significant Birds of Prey Collection in the world. There are 110 aviaries and about 85 species ranging from the huge eagles and vultures, through to the tiniest of owls. Falcons, hawks, buzzards, kites, caracaras and secretary birds all live and breed here in Gloucestershire. The aviaries are barn like structures and house the breeding birds in great comfort regardless of the weather.

The Hawk Walk where the trained birds live was rebuilt for our 30th Anniversary and opened by HRH Princess Royal in September 1997. This area gives superb photo opportunities with birds only a few feet away and no wire. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and delighted to answer questions. Handling sessions are sometimes held at the end of demonstrations, usually in the summer and only for adults.

There are wonderful gardens with plants, shrubs, trees and seasonal planting. The flying ground is shaded by two walnut trees and approached by a new tree arbour, daily flying demonstrations take place here. Please telephone for dates and times.

Experience days, courses, corporate days and evenings are held throughout the year. Please telephone for details. Special tours for schools and groups.

General Information:

  • Education centre
  • Full access for disabled visitors
  • Toilets and baby changing facilities
  • Picnic areas
  • Children's play area
  • Café
  • Shop
  • Free coach & car parking

     

    Opening Times
    (2005 times)
    1st February to 31st October, daily 10.30am - 5.30pm (dusk if earlier)
    Courses are run throughout the year.

    Admission Charges
    (2005 prices)
    Adult £7.50; Senior Citizen £6.00; Child £4.50; Under 4yrs Free; Family (2+2) £20.00
    Group Rates (12 or more people) Please telephone for details.

    Directions
    9 miles north west of Gloucester on the B4215 or 5 minutes from junction 3 of the M50. From Newent follow the brown signs.
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    National Birds of Prey Centre Postcode for SatNav: GL18 1JJ

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