Birds of Prey Centre
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An Introduction to the Centre
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Entrance to the Birds of Prey Centre
Tiny the Sea Eagle
Birds of Prey Centre aviaries
A truly gripping family experience!
Talon Falconry Birds of Prey Centre is located next to Lightwater Valley Theme Park in scenic North Yorkshire.
With our enthusiastic, friendly and hands-on approach we aim to capture the public's imagination and give them a magical experience that will remain in their thoughts long after the day is over!
The Centre offers an amazing day out which the whole family will enjoy, and includes...
- Over 25 birds of prey from more than 18 species.
- Opportunites to handle our birds and have photos taken with them.
- Daily flying displays.
- Other wildlife residents.
- Adoption opportunities.*
- Learn about the birds and our conservation programme.
- Large gift shop.
- Picnic area (drinks and snacks available).
- Free on-site car parking.
- ...And much more!
The Centre is completely wheelchair friendly and suitable for visitors of all ages.
*For details of our adoption scheme, or to adopt any of our birds online, please see our Adoptions section.
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Some comments from the Centre's Visitors Book
- Learnt lots, brilliant and informative, the highlight of our holiday!
Hough Family, Staffordshire - Excellent friendly staff, well kept birds, will come again!
Cat and James, Surrey - Well worth a visit. The whole family found it interesting, informitive and fun!
R. Mossop, Cumbria - Fantastic to see such magnificent creatures up close! Thank you.
Trevaskiss Family, Selby - Absolutely brilliant!
Sindow Family, Scotland
Our TripAdvisor Reviews
- 1 reviews of Talon Falconry in Ripon
Opening times and admission prices
Daily flying display
Our gift shop
- Summer Season (April to September)
Monday to Sunday: 10.00am - 5.00pm
Daily flying displays at 2.00pm and 4.00pm - Winter Season (October to March)
Monday to Sunday: 11.00am - 3.00pm
Contact us for details of flying displays throughout the Winter Season.
Our admission prices offer superb value for money...
- Adult £4.00
- Child (3-14 years) £2.50
- Child (under 3 years) Free
- Senior Citizen £2.00
- Family Ticket (2 Adults and 2 Children) £9.00
- Season ticket - Adult £20.00
- Season ticket - Child.£15.00
The Centre also offers many unique and exciting opportunities to handle and fly our magnificent birds - please see the Experiences and courses section for full details.
For Centre location and contact details, please see the How to find and contact us page.
A word from owner Chris Bennett
Chris Bennett (Centre owner)
"Having been captivated by these awe inspiring birds as a young boy I find myself feeling privileged to have been able to own and train my own birds over recent years.
I still marvel at their flawless grace and beauty, a sentiment that has been repeated back to me by a great many people who have sat and watched a display, had a photo taken holding one of the birds or just stood and quietly admired them.
No matter where we take our birds the interest in them is outstanding as it is one of those rare occasions when you can take a close look at these usually elusive and enchanting creatures. From children to adults, the birds captivate the mind and for me it is a passion that only grows stronger by the day!
My team and I sincerely hope you enjoy your visit to the Centre, and that you too will carry the memory of these magnificent birds with you for years to come."