Falconry In North Yorkshire

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Get your tail-feathers in a spin with some fabulous falconry in Yorkshire! Meet majestic birds of prey & watch them soar through the skies above the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside on this 1200 acre estate. The emphasis is on giving participants a real hands-on experience getting to know the birds & understanding their behaviour as they are flown in fields & woodland

Before handling any of the falcons hawks owls kites & kestrels trained & cared for by the North Yorkshire falconry team you’ll be fully briefed on what the birds themselves will be expecting from you as well as how to approach the bird lift it from its perch & for those choosing the falconry experiences a demonstration on how to use the falconer's knot to tie & untie the bird’s leash & secure it safely on your fist.

After this initial lesson half-day participants have the chance to fly a team of Harris Hawks in the surrounding woods & fields for the rest of the morning learning the different methods & techniques used. The experience concludes with a photo-call with the birds & in total the activity lasts Approx. two & a half hours.

Full-day falconry courses at this wonderful Yorkshire centre follows the same itinerary as the half day in the morning then is followed by a light lunch taken in the field or if the weather is poor at a traditional Yorkshire pub. The afternoon session then sees you heading to the falcon flying arena where you’ll discover just how these impressive birds are exercised to the lure.  A photo opportunity rounds off this regal full day to perfection along with a final question & answer session.

For those who fancy a little potter around the Yorkshire byways the Hawk Walk for two is a great option. You get to watch the birds of prey at play as they dart in amongst the hedgerows & trees regularly flying back to your group as you’re walking along. The perfect way to take in the country air & witness the birds at their best too.

Popular with everyone both young & old there’s always something to learn with falconry. Yorkshire is one of the best places to see them in all their glory as they fly gracefully above you keeping an eagle-eye out for food the way they would in the wild in a truly impressive display of hunting prowess.