Summer Timetable * July * August * September *
We have one of the largest collections of flying birds in the North. The centre is home to around 100 birds from 50 different species from around the world which enables us to fly an amazing variety of birds in each of our daily free flight displays. All set in in our beautiful Yorkshire countryside. We fly a selection of owls, vultures, eagles and kites to name but a few of the different species that call the centre their home.
During our 35-40 minute flying display you can expect to get very close to our fantastic birds as they swoop, dive and soar over your head. Witness the heaviest species of eagle in the world take to the sky, marvel at the silent flight of the graceful barn owl and appreciate the beauty and importance of the vulture species to our world. Our passionate and knowledgeable bird staff will provide a light-hearted and informative commentary throughout the flying display.
Summer Timetable * July * August * September * Open 10:30am – 5:00pm
Displays 11:30, 1:30pm & 3:30pm. Open 7 days a Week. Last Admittance 3:45pm
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If you’re planning a visit with us soon, here’s a reminder of our summer timetable:
Runs 7th July – 12th September
See birds from all across the globe!
Enjoy the experience of watching and getting up close to our birds of prey demonstrating their natural behaviour in this intriguing display. You will be amazed as you experience, close up, the incredible acrobatic skills of some of our amazing raptors, enjoy seeing pairs of owls demonstrate their ability to fly silently as they swoop through the audience. Watch the Striated Caracara show her preferred colour and our naughty Black Vultures skimming over our audience. Be enthralled by our pair of Steller’s Sea Eagles as they take to the sky.
This demonstration is fun for all ages especially children.
All displays are weather dependent and subject to change due to the weather conditions on the day and the centres commitments.
Runs 7th July – 12th September
The African Adventure Display…. our BIGGEST show yet!!!
Join us as we give you a glimpse of the Savannah. This show will take you into a world of survival, resilience but most of all life! Hosting up to 25 spectacular African birds including the elegant White Storks, speedy Lanner Falcon, majestic African Fish Eagle and not forgetting our White Headed Vulture with a wingspan of nearly 8ft. Watch these amazing birds show you their natural behaviour as they swoop, stoop and dive almost within touching distance of our audience. This exciting display blends music and theatre to bring a true message of conservation and how we can help conserve some of our most threatened species in the world.
Our atmospheric grand finale is sure to raise the hair on the back of your neck or even bring a tear to your eye.
Time flies so don’t miss it!!!
All displays are weather dependent and subject to change due to the weather conditions on the day and the centres commitments.
We aim to fly as many birds as possible each day (as advertised), but some weather conditions sadly may not be suitable for young or inexperienced birds and therefore may not be able to take part in the show on the day.
Enjoy a wonderful time at Thirsk Birds of Prey Centre whilst getting to know and meet some of our smaller feathered friends.
This exciting addition to your visit runs at 1:00pm and 3:00pm. £10 pp (subject to availability).
Two birds will be able to be handled at one of the dedicated handling times.
We have a selection of feathered friends that might take part on the handling experience depending on the centre’s commitments on the day.
Please book your Meet the Minnie’s Experience on arrival to avoid any disappointment as this experience is very popular.
Photographs are welcome and the duration is around 10-20mins.
Purchase tickets at reception. Tickets are non-refundable. Please arrive at the meeting point 5-10minutes ahead of your handling experience time.
We advise for children to be 4 years old and up to take part on this mini experience
This handling experience does not include admission into the centre.
