Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre
Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre
Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre
4.9
11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Chantelle S
6 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
This place was amazing! We were the only ones there so Paul gave us a personal tour full with lots of fun facts and personal information about each bird they cared for. You could tell he had passion for his job. He was very lovely and friendly and happy to answer all our questions and have a laugh. Made our experience one to remember. Thank you Paul. This place was only small so not a full day thing, but also has a cafe, farm shop and butchers on site which was packed. (So must be good!) We could not get a parking space but parked down the road and walked. The car pack gets filled with all the customers from the farm shop. All in all good experience. ☺💕
Written 29 March 2024
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zadavies
Shrewsbury, UK4 contributions
Feb 2025 • Family
My daughter, grandson and I went yesterday on a cold grey day in half term. We could not have been more delighted with the chance for a very personalised visit. We were allowed to see the birds close up, and had them fly to our gloved hand. It was thrilling and informative, and my grandson had a fabulous experience without realising that it was educational too!
We have been to some larger and more well known raptor and wild bird establishments, but this knocked them all for six. Well done to the lady who informed and entertained us! (sorry I didn't pick up on your name), you are clearly very passionate about these wonderful creatures, and look after their welfare superbly. Thank you for a wonderful day, and we will most definitely be back!
We have been to some larger and more well known raptor and wild bird establishments, but this knocked them all for six. Well done to the lady who informed and entertained us! (sorry I didn't pick up on your name), you are clearly very passionate about these wonderful creatures, and look after their welfare superbly. Thank you for a wonderful day, and we will most definitely be back!
Written 20 February 2025
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lorac2009
Shrewsbury, UK192 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
If you live in or around Shrewsbury or just visiting it’s worth calling in here.
The entrance fee of £5:50 per adult is minimal with today’s prices of attractions and worth the money. Not the largest but certainly very friendly and informative. Would recommend to anyone in the area. You access it by driving to the Battlefield Farm Shop and parking there, walking through their courtyard and follow the signs to the entrance.
The entrance fee of £5:50 per adult is minimal with today’s prices of attractions and worth the money. Not the largest but certainly very friendly and informative. Would recommend to anyone in the area. You access it by driving to the Battlefield Farm Shop and parking there, walking through their courtyard and follow the signs to the entrance.
Written 9 August 2024
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Marc S
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Feb 2025 • Family
The birds looked fantastic and we all loved having a go at holding Gizmo. Lisa couldn't have been more helpful and knowledgeable, taking time to let us get up close to an owl in-between her busy day of experiences. If we're ever back in the area we'll definitely be coming back and booking an experience 😁
Written 20 February 2025
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Teithiwr26
Welshpool, UK70 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
Amazing experience for children and adults. We brought our 6 year old nephew here for the junior falconry experience. Lisa was an excellent host and really goes above and beyond to make a personal experience. We all loved it. Our nephew was able to hold three birds of prey and we learnt so much.
I would recommend to all, it’s a wonderful place.
I would recommend to all, it’s a wonderful place.
Written 27 April 2024
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reema5306
Chelmsford, UK304 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
massive disappointment: My girlfriend booked me a hawf walk for my birthday and we travelled specifically to the region for it but they cancelled the day before due to bad weather, in actuality the weather at the time and the following day was fine no wind or rain. According to their facebook account they also did an alternative event at a country house on the same day. My girlfriend was so disappointed she had spend ages planning it all for me, i was gutted too. Once they had cancelled there was a drop off in communication and all manner of exueses with the processing of a refund which they eventually managed over a month later.
it was such a flimsy excuse, even the forecast for the next day was fine, it is so annoying and just seems like a bit of a scam they make you pay in advance but can just cancel on whim.
it was such a flimsy excuse, even the forecast for the next day was fine, it is so annoying and just seems like a bit of a scam they make you pay in advance but can just cancel on whim.
Written 14 September 2023
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rob d
Telford, UK13 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Absolutely fantastic experience. A walk in the woods in the company of a Harris Hawk and Mark, who has so much knowledge of both falconry and the Shrewsbury area. Wonderful to see the Hawk "working" and coming back to my hand, even flushed a couple of pheasants. Would really recommend to any age, young and old, anyone who wants to experience the thrill of seeing a Hawk flying through the trees back to your hand.
Thank you Mark, best birthday present I've had in a long time.
Thank you Mark, best birthday present I've had in a long time.
Written 19 March 2022
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Dreamer59731290873
25 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
Just did the hawk walk with Liz. We are a family of 5 youngest 6 eldest 18. The older two really enjoyed the experience, Khan the Harris hawk is a magnificent bird, we had a full hours flying and handling, Liz is so knowledgeable and it’s lovely to see how much she genuinely loves the birds. She answered lots of questions even the 6 year olds silly questions, she was very patient and good humoured. The birds are all well cared for and we had a good look round at the other birds after, Liz was happy to answer and give info on all those too. Thank you Liz we had a lovely walk
Written 29 July 2021
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Caro37
Calgary78 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
You can just turn up without booking and pay a small entrance fee. We haven’t been before because we thought you had to book an entire experience - nope! Just go! Birds are very well looked after under new ownership (as of last year). Owner very friendly and chatty and we got to let Gizmo (a small owl) sit on our arm under her guidance and careful eye for only £2 each. Really enjoyed the experience. And would definitely love to do the whole experience now we’ve had a small taster.
Written 24 July 2023
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Beckie Thackeray
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Couples
Ordered a Birds of Prey experience back in April for my boyfriends 50th Birthday (adult & spectator) but didn't realise it included a hawk walk which involves a mile long walk. My boyfriend is disabled and can't walk this distance. I've tried calling numerous times to get the difference of £40 refunded between the birds of prey experience and the bird handling session so he can do the latter but they never answer the phone or return messages. A lady picked up once and promised to get Mark to call me still nothing and its been 3 months so i'd like a full refund please.
Written 13 July 2022
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What does entrance to the center get you? Like if you dont have a hawk or bird experience or anything extra booked?
Written 10 August 2020
Hi, I'm sorry but dogs are not allowed in the Centre.
Written 1 August 2020
Im afraid not ! Birds of prey are quiet nervous animals !
Written 17 July 2018
Beverley B
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
What does the mini bird handling session involve?
Written 29 June 2018
We were able to hold the owls within the Falconry Centre after walking the Harris Hawk.
We sat around talking to Mark and asked question about all the different owls, it was very educational and interesting.
Written 1 July 2018
Hello! I have wanted to buy the voucher online it only gives me to choose country UK for the billing (I am currently living in Puerto Rico) it doesn’t let me choose any other. However do we have the chance to buy the sessions when we get there at the center or do we have to still receive it by mail?
Written 6 January 2018
Hi Zujeily, if you email Mark Southall on the website, he's the owner/handler/guide, he is most obliging. He will book a time and date for you and allow you to pay on the day. We were in the UK for 5 weeks and this was one of the best things we did, enjoy!
Poshpom
Written 11 January 2018
Hello! I have wanted to buy the voucher online it only gives me to choose country UK for the billing (I am currently living in Puerto Rico) it doesn’t let me choose any other. However do we have the chance to buy the sessions when we get there at the center or do we have to still receive it by mail?
Written 6 January 2018
Hello, we had the same issue (I tried to pre-purchase from Australia). I sent an email to Mark (the owner) and he was very helpful with setting up a booking date and time. I then paid him when we arrived for the session. We thoroughly loved it!
Written 7 January 2018
How do I get there using public transportation?
Written 11 January 2017
You would have to get a train to shrewsbury station and then a taxi to the falconry centre.
Written 14 January 2017
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