An image of a bird that is flying, Private Full-Day Falconry Experience. The Hawking Centre

BIRDS OF PREY Private Full-Day Falconry Experience at The Hawking Centre

The Hawking Centre

Eastwell Manor Faversham Road Boughton Lees TN25 4HR United Kingdom

(8 reviews)

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

The Hawking Centre is the South East’s premier falconry and bird of prey experience specialist, founded by TV personalities Leigh and Jo Holmes. Join the centre's expert falconers, for a full day of falconry tuition on the picturesque grounds of Eastwell Manor.

"One of the most unique experiences you’ll find"
-Canterbury Times

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Full-day VIP Falconry Experience

  • One-to-one tuition and introduction to birds of prey from an expert falconer

  • A lunch in Eastwell Manor Bar is provided

Number of guests

£255255pp)

Easy Refunds & Exchanges

Instant E-Certificate Delivery

1 Year Validity

MORE ABOUT OUR PARTNER

Nestled in the heart of Kent, Eastwell Manor, a Champneys Spa Hotel is situated within beautiful landscaped gardens, located 5 miles from Ashford international station. The country estate is home to The Hawking Centre; the South East’s premier falconry and bird of prey specialist. The Hawking Centre founder Leigh Holmes had a childhood passion for birds of prey, and a beloved barn owl called Lucy. Leigh realised a lifelong dream when he established The Hawking Centre at Doddington Place( today operating at Eastwell Manor) with wife Jo in 1998. Avid Falconers and television personalities, Leigh and Jo have appeared with their birds on the BBC, ITV, C4, C5 and MTV. Today, they are no longer involved with the Hawking Centre, but during the years they shared their passion of training and flying birds of prey to create this unforgettable one to one VIP Falconry experience. As part of your falconry experience, gain insight into the world and lives of birds of prey. The day is completely hands-on and tailored to you. Experience the thrill of handling, flying and getting up close and personal with owls, hawks, vultures, eagles and falcons. Start the day with tea and coffee, and explore Eastwell Manor on a VIP tour. After soaking up the history, it’s gloves on to roam the beautiful gardens and estate grounds with your team of birds and falconers. Which bird you fly is your choice; fly an owl through the meadows and woodland, a vulture across the formal lawns or, for the ultimate experience, an eagle in the beautiful hedged gardens. Relax over a light lunch in the Eastwell Manor Bar, escorted by your Falconer. Afterwards, enjoy even more flying, and even a chance to see the graceful birds using their predatory instincts over the 500 acre private grounds.

LATEST CUSTOMER REVIEWS(8 reviews)

Exceptional

An awesome day, we couldn’t have expected more! Amazing in every way

Carl - 11th Apr, 2022

A great day out at Kent’s Hawking Centre

We had an amazing day at the Hawking Centre. Bradley was incredibly informative and took real time and care to make sure we got everything out of our experience. We especially appreciate the opportuni...

Wendy - 19th Dec, 2021

We had a great experience

We had a great experience with Brad who was extremely knowledgeable, relaxed, interesting and informative. He was punctual at all times and looked after us really well. The centre was clean, tidy and ...

Caroline - 23rd Sep, 2020

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.

THE TRULY PROMISE ON ALL OUR
EXPERIENCES

Always the same value-for-money as found on our partner's website or venue.

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