An image of a man holding a bird, Talons And Targets Experience. The Hawking Centre

POWER AND PRECISION Talons And Targets Experience by The Hawking Centre

The Hawking Centre

Eastwell Manor Faversham Road Boughton Lees TN25 4HR United Kingdom

(3 reviews)

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

Get up and close and personal with some magnificent raptors at The Hawking Centre in Kent, the South East’s premier falconry and bird of prey specialist centre. Located on a grand Victorian country estate with 800 acres of secluded grounds, witness the majestic creatures in flight in a picturesque setting and feel their power as you master falconry. Continue the adrenalin rush and experience the thrill of a bow and arrow with an archery session. This promises to be an unforgettable experience for bird lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

"A stunning location to experience flying and learning about birds of prey"
-Karen Knightly

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Hands-on flying a range of Owls, Hawks, Vulture and an Eagle

  • Archery shooting at a range of targets

  • Light lunch for both participants and spectators

Number of guests

£175175pp)

Easy Refunds & Exchanges

Instant E-Certificate Delivery

1 Year Validity

MORE ABOUT OUR PARTNER

Located in the heart of Kent on 800 acres of secluded grounds including beautifully manicured gardens, woodlands and parks, the grand Victorian estate is home to the South East’s premier falconry and bird of prey specialist, The Hawking Centre. Established in 1998, the centre was founded by television presenter and falconer, Leigh Holmes and his wife, Jo, with the vision to share their passion of training and flying raptors and offering unforgettable falconry experiences. Conservation was also a major underpinning of their work, helping to save the world’s vultures from extinction. The couple and their birds have made appearances on BBC, ITV, C4, C5 and MTV. Immerse in an unforgettable experience and gain insight into the world of the lords of the sky. Experience the adrenaline rush of handling, flying and feeling the steel-like grip of owls, hawks, a vulture and an eagle. Learn the skill of falconry as you fly a team of birds of prey on to your gloved hand through the picturesque formal gardens and woodlands of the estate. Following a light lunch in the bar of Eastwell Manor, continue the thrill with an archery session and encounter the power and precision of a bow and an arrow. Armed with a recurve bow and a quiver full of arrows, take aim at a range of targets in the estate parkland.A fun and exhilarating experience for bird lovers and anyone with a passion for raptors. This promises to be an unforgettable experience, up close and personal with some of nature’s most magnificent birds of prey.

LATEST CUSTOMER REVIEWS(3 reviews)

A good experience but a long day

We found the venue difficult to find as it was in the grounds of a spa hotel. It would have been useful to have been given this information before hand or the venue itself having some signs indicating...

Alison - 24th Jul, 2022

A perfect English summer experience

Reece was an excellent host - informative, helpful and clearly in love with his job!

Mike - 04th Jul, 2022

Highly recommend

This was a very enjoyable and personalised experience. The falconer Reece was hugely knowledgeable and passionate about his subject, and it was a pleasure to spend the day in his company, as well as g...

Clare - 10th May, 2022

WHERE AND WHEN IT'S AVAILABLE

Eastwell Manor Faversham Road Boughton Lees TN25 4HR United Kingdom

Monday

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Tuesday

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Wednesday

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Thursday

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Friday

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Saturday

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Sunday

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

HOW DOES TRULY WORK?

1. Once you have checked out, you will receive an e-certificate with a unique redemption code.

2. Use this code to request your booking with the desired date and time

3. Sit back and let us handle the rest. Arrive to your experience knowing we have arranged everything.

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EXPERIENCES

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