Meet & sponsor the birds

Bird Sponsorship — The Perfect Gift for Bird Lovers

Looking for a unique and meaningful gift? Sponsor one of our amazing birds and make a real difference.

We have a wide range of birds available for sponsorship — some big, some small, some wonderfully weird — but every one of them truly special. Your support helps us keep them healthy, thriving, and inspiring visitors every day.

Sponsorship packages start from just £30 and make a thoughtful gift for any bird lover. Choose from Gold, Silver, or Bronze packages, each offering a rewarding way to support our birds and our conservation work.

When you sponsor a bird, you’ll receive an exclusive sponsorship pack, and your name will be displayed on a Thank You Plaque near your chosen bird’s accommodation.

Support a bird. Support conservation. Support TBOPC. Give a gift that really matters.


Sponsorship Frequently Asked Questions

Can I choose which bird to sponsor?
Yes — you can choose from a wide range of species. If you would like to sponsor a bird that can potentially be handled during visits, please call us first so we can advise the most suitable choice.

Will my sponsored bird always be on display when I visit?
Not always. We cannot guarantee your sponsored bird will be on show or available during your visit due to centre commitments, breeding programmes, or rest periods.

Can I handle my sponsored bird when I visit?
Handling is not guaranteed. Availability depends on the bird, its welfare needs, and daily schedules. Please contact the centre before your visit to check availability and avoid disappointment.

Are there age restrictions for handling birds?
Yes — age restrictions apply for handling certain species, including eagles, vultures, and large owls.

Is bird sponsorship a good gift?
Yes — bird sponsorship makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for bird lovers and wildlife enthusiasts of all ages.

Does sponsorship support conservation?
Yes — sponsorship directly supports the care, upkeep, and conservation work connected with our birds.

Who should I contact for advice before sponsoring?
Please call 01845 587522 and our team will be happy to help you choose the most suitable bird and package.


How to Choose & Order Your Sponsorship

Choosing your sponsored bird is simple. Browse our available birds and select the one you would like to support — every sponsorship helps fund their care and our ongoing conservation work.

Payment
You can pay for your sponsorship pack securely using PayPal. Just click on the bird you wish to sponsor and complete the payment details.

Add an Admittance Ticket
If you would like to include an admittance ticket with your sponsorship package, please click here and add it to your order.


Gold- £60 per year

Over 10 of our birds are available for Sponsorship for £60.

Each Gold pack contains:

  • Your name displayed on a ‘Thank You’ board on our Sponsors Wall of Thanks (by 20th of following month)
  • On your visit we will endeavour to let you hold your chosen Sponsored bird where practical (if your chosen bird is not suitable to be held then we will substitute a more suitable bird, this is a one off photo opportunity) please bring your camera so you can take lots of photos of this memorable occasion. We would recommend contacting the centre prior to your visit so we can advise if or when the sponsored bird can be held to avoid any disappointment.
  • Thank you letter
  • Image of your Sponsored Bird
  • Personal Sponsorship certificate

Albert

African Fish Eagle
Haliaeetus vocifer

Boudica

Golden Eagle
Aquila chrystaetos

Toruk

Steller’s Sea Eagle
Haliaeetus pelagicus

Hokkaido

Steller’s Sea Eagle
Haliaeetus pelagicus

Ada

African Fish Eagle
Haliaeetus vocifer

Arthur

Ferruginous hawk
Buteo regalis

Boris

Golden Eagle
Aquila chrystaetos

Breaghar

White-Tailed Eagle
Haliaeetus albicilla

Ethel

White-headed Vulture
Trigonoceps occipitalis

Khamun

Egyptian Vulture
Neophron percnopterus

Lady

Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura

Mya

African Tawny Eagle
Aquila rapax

Mully

White Tailed Eagle

Haliaeetus albicilla

Nutley

Hooded Vulture
Necrosyrtes monachus

Nanook

Bald eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Sassy

Palm Nut Vulture (Vulturine Fish Eagle)
Gypohierax Angolensis

Fozzie

Black Vulture Coragyps atratus

Gonzo

Black Vulture Coragyps atratus

Nibbler

Turkey Vulture Cathartes aura

Lagertha

Bald eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Tim

African Tawny Eagle
Aquila rapax

Tutan

Egyptian Vulture
Neophron percnopterus

Violet

African white backed vulture
Gyps africanus

William

Black chested buzzard eagle
Geranoaetus melanoleucus

Marvin

Black Vulture Coragyps atratus

Pepie

Black Vulture Coragyps atratus

Kyla

White-Tailed Eagle
Haliaeetus albicilla

Wallace

Black chested buzzard eagle
Geranoaetus melanoleucus

Silver - £40 per year

Over 20 of our birds are available for Sponsorship for £40.

Each Silver pack contains:

  • Your name displayed on a ‘Thank You’ board on our Sponsors Wall of Thanks (by 20th of following month)
  • On your visit we will endeavour to let you hold your chosen Sponsored bird where practical (if your chosen bird is not suitable to be held then we will substitute a more suitable bird, this is a one off photo opportunity) please bring your camera so you can take lots of photos of this memorable occasion. We would recommend contacting the centre prior to your visit so we can advise if or when the sponsored bird can be held to avoid any disappointment.
  • Thank you letter
  • Image of your Sponsored Bird
  • Personal Sponsorship certificate

Avalanche

Snowy Owl
Bubo scandiacus

Eddy

Striated Caracara
Phalcoboenus australis

Gordon

Great Grey Owl
Strix Nebulosa

Misty

Great Grey Owl
Strix Nebulosa

Spot

African Spotted Owl
Bubo africanus

Bonnie

Crested Caracara Caracara plancus

Darwin

Common buzzard Buteo buteo

Lady Matilda Snowball

Snowy Owl Bubo scandiacus

Pie

African Pied Crow
Corvus albus

Magnum

African Pied Crow
Corvus albus

Rick

Lanner Falcon
Falco biarmicus

Stoop

Peregrine Falcon
Falco peregrinus

Tiny

European Eagle owl
Bubo bubo

Womble

Siberian Eagle Owl
Bubo bubo sibericus

Zimba

Mackinders Eagle Owl
Bubo capensis

Zumba

Mackinders Eagle Owl
Bubo capensis

Ragnar

White Necked Raven
Corvus albicollis

Tommy

Crested Caracara Caracara plancus

Daz

White Stork                 Ciconia ciconia      

Persil

White Stork                 Ciconia ciconia      

Crumble

African Spotted Owl
Bubo africanus

Blue

Yellow Billed Kite
Milvus aegyptius

John Wick

Aplomado Falcon
Falco femoralis

Winston

Verreaux’s Eagle Owl
Bubo lacteus

Kevin

Red Legged Seriema
Cariama cristata

Miguel

Spectacled Owl
Pulsatrix perspicillata

Bronze - £30 per year

Over 10 of our birds are available for Sponsorship for £30.

Each Bronze pack contains:

  • Your name displayed on a ‘Thank You’ board on our Sponsors Wall of Thanks (by 20th of following month)
  • On your visit we will endeavour to let you hold your chosen Sponsored bird where practical (if your chosen bird is not suitable to be held then we will substitute a more suitable bird, this is a one off photo opportunity) please bring your camera so you can take lots of photos of this memorable occasion. We would recommend contacting the centre prior to your visit so we can advise if or when the sponsored bird can be held to avoid any disappointment.
  • Thank you letter
  • Image of your Sponsored Bird
  • Personal Sponsorship certificate

Gizmo

White-Faced Scops Owl
Otus scops

Pablo

Burrowing Owl
Athene Cunnicularia

Bronson

Burrowing Owl
Athene Cunnicularia

Radar

Northern Hawk Owl
Surnia ulula

Roo

Kookaburra
Dacelo Novaeguineae

Barley

Barn Owl Tyto alba

Tilly

European Kestrel

Falco tinnunculus

Goliath

Brazilian Pygmy Owl Glaucidium minutissimum

Haggis

Tawny owl Strix aluco

Peanut

Red Footed Falcon Falco vespertinus

Sprout

Little Owl
Athene noctua

Teddy

Long Eared owl
Asio otus

Viper

American Kestrel
Falco sparverius

Savana

African Barn Owl
Tyto alba

Merlin

Melanistic Barn Owl

Tyto alba

Peggi

African Pygmy Falcon
Polihierax Semitorquatus

Dumpling

Brazilian Pygmy Owl
Glaucidium minutissimum

Cashew

Red Footed Falcon
Falco vespertinus

Vivienne

American Kestrel
Falco sparverius

Helen

Eurasian Hobby
Falco subbuteo