Raptor Encounter (14+) in Northwich 1.5h

Join us now for a close encounter of the falconry kind in Northwich.

This is a 90-minute raptor encounter where you will get a taste of the thrilling sport of falconry if you are over 14 or over.

Prepare for wonder and excitement as you interact with two magnificent birds of prey up close and personal.

At Blakemere Craft Centre, where our sessions take place, you will meet one of our qualified falconer guides that make up our team with over 17 years of experience working with birds. Your instructor will give you a quick briefing and guide of our unique collection of birds before we get you geared up and ready to go.

You will head to our all-weather display area to learn how to fly the birds and receive a gauntlet to create a safe landing for the birds onto your arm; we promise you will never forget the thrills of that first landing.

It's a great privilege to be in the company of these fantastic birds and our experienced instructors that will provide so much useful knowledge about the animals. You will leave with a more profound appreciation for the birds and may even share out passion for falconry.

The action continues for the entirety of the session; you will wonder where all the time went after all the learning and fun. We provide all the equipment you need to handle our birds; you will meet and fly two of these wonderful creatures, which could be an owl, eagle, falcon, hawk, buzzard or even a vulture, all equally impressive and extraordinary.

The experience includes some light refreshments and special access to our weathering lawn and aviaries, where you can get another look at our different beautiful species.

Our centre is located in Sandiway near Northwich, in the heart of Cheshire, at the junction of the A556 from Manchester to Chester and the A49 from Warrington to Whitchurch main roads.

This is an encounter you won't regret!