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Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre formerly Battlefield Falconry Centre

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Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre - Un centre de fauconnerie fascinant à Shrewsbury

Le Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre, anciennement connu sous le nom de Battlefield Falconry Centre, est une attraction exceptionnelle à Shrewsbury, en Angleterre, entièrement dédiée aux soins, à l'élevage et à la formation des oiseaux de proie. Il offre aux visiteurs la possibilité de découvrir de près une variété de majestueux rapaces et d'en apprendre davantage sur l'art ancien de la fauconnerie. Le centre joue un rôle important dans la conservation de ces impressionnants animaux, ainsi que dans l'éducation et les expériences interactives avec les oiseaux de proie.


Contexte et histoire du centre
Le centre a été créé dans le but de sensibiliser le public aux oiseaux de proie et d'offrir aux visiteurs une expérience authentique de fauconnerie. Initialement connu sous le nom de Battlefield Falconry Centre, il a ensuite été rebaptisé Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre pour refléter la diversité croissante des espèces d'oiseaux qu'il accueille.

La fauconnerie a une longue tradition en Angleterre, remontant au Moyen Âge, lorsque les oiseaux de proie étaient utilisés par les nobles et les rois pour la chasse. Aujourd'hui, le centre se consacre principalement à la protection, la réhabilitation et la formation de ces oiseaux fascinants, en les soignant dans un environnement adapté et en permettant aux visiteurs d'interagir avec eux.


Les oiseaux de proie du centre
Le Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre abrite une impressionnante sélection d'oiseaux de proie provenant de différentes régions du monde, dont :
- Les faucons - Ces chasseurs rapides et agiles sont connus pour leurs manœuvres de vol spectaculaires. En particulier, le faucon pèlerin, considéré comme l'oiseau le plus rapide du monde, fascine les visiteurs.
- Les hiboux - Le centre accueille plusieurs espèces de hiboux, dont les chouettes effraies, les hiboux moyen-duc et les grands-ducs. Ces oiseaux sont célèbres pour leurs capacités de vol silencieux et leur vision nocturne exceptionnelle.
- Les aigles - Les majestueux oiseaux de proie comme l'aigle royal impressionnent par leur envergure imposante et leur présence puissante.
- Les éperviers et les buses - Ces rapaces de taille moyenne sont connus pour leurs sens aiguisés et leurs excellentes capacités de chasse.
- Les milans et les busards - Ces élégants oiseaux de proie se distinguent par leur silhouette distinctive et leurs vols planants gracieux.

Le centre offre non seulement la possibilité d'observer ces oiseaux de près, mais aussi de participer à des démonstrations de vol guidées et des expériences de fauconnerie.


Expériences et activités
Le Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre n'est pas seulement un spectacle, mais permet des expériences interactives et éducatives pour les visiteurs de tous âges. Parmi les activités principales, on trouve :

# 1. Spectacles de vol et démonstrations de fauconnerie
L'un des points forts du centre sont les spectacles de vol quotidiens, où les visiteurs peuvent voir les oiseaux de proie en action. Les fauconniers montrent comment les oiseaux réagissent à leurs commandes, comment ils capturent leur proie et quelles techniques de vol uniques ils possèdent.

# 2. Expériences de fauconnerie
Les visiteurs peuvent participer à des expériences pratiques de fauconnerie, où ils ont la possibilité de prendre les oiseaux de proie sur leur gant, de les nourrir et de les observer partir de leur bras et revenir. Ces expériences offrent un aperçu unique de l'art traditionnel de la fauconnerie.

# 3. Rencontres avec les hiboux
Une activité particulièrement populaire est la rencontre avec différentes espèces de hiboux, où les visiteurs peuvent observer de près ces oiseaux fascinants, découvrir leur technique de vol silencieux et en apprendre davantage sur leur mode de vie.

# 4. Balades avec les oiseaux de proie
Une autre expérience exceptionnelle est le Hawk Walk, où les visiteurs se promènent dans la nature avec un fauconnier et un oiseau de proie sur leur gant. Ils apprennent comment les oiseaux perçoivent leur environnement et obtiennent des informations fascinantes sur leur comportement de chasse.

# 5. Programmes éducatifs et ateliers
Le centre s'engage fortement dans l'éducation sur les oiseaux de proie et la conservation de la nature. Il propose des ateliers et des programmes pour les écoles, les groupes et les amoureux de la nature, qui traitent du comportement, de la biologie et de la protection de ces animaux.


Conservation de la nature et protection des espèces
Un aspect essentiel du Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre est son engagement en faveur de la protection des oiseaux de proie et de leurs habitats. La fauconnerie joue un rôle crucial dans la conservation des oiseaux de proie, notamment à une époque où de nombreuses espèces sont menacées par la destruction de l'environnement, les pesticides et la perte d'habitat. Le centre œuvre pour :
- La réhabilitation des oiseaux de proie blessés, qui sont relâchés dans la nature après leur guérison.
- Les programmes d'élevage pour préserver les espèces menacées.
- Des campagnes d'éducation pour sensibiliser le public à la protection des oiseaux de proie et de leurs habitats naturels.


L'environnement et le site du patrimoine de Battlefield
Le centre est situé sur le site du patrimoine de Battlefield, qui revêt une importance historique. C'est là qu'a eu lieu en 1403 la bataille de Shrewsbury, l'un des affrontements majeurs de la guerre civile anglaise entre le roi Henri IV et les partisans rebelles de Henry Percy, connu sous le nom de Hotspur. Le site offre encore de nos jours de nombreux sites historiques et sentiers de randonnée, idéaux pour combiner une visite du centre de rapaces.


Conclusion
Le Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre à Shrewsbury est une installation fascinante qui offre non seulement un aperçu approfondi du monde des oiseaux de proie, mais contribue également à la conservation de ces majestueux animaux. Grâce à des expériences interactives telles que des spectacles de vol, des expériences de fauconnerie et des balades avec les oiseaux de proie, les visiteurs peuvent découvrir ces impressionnants animaux de près. En même temps, le centre s'engage pour la conservation de la nature et l'éducation, mettant en avant l'importance des oiseaux de proie et de leurs habitats. Il constitue ainsi une destination unique et instructive pour les amoureux de la nature et des oiseaux, ainsi que pour les familles.

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Battlefield 1403
SY4 3DB Shrewsbury

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190 Avis

Lucy
21.12.2024

Lisa went above and beyond to ensure we had the best time, lisa managed to book us in for a last minute experience and we got to handle 5 beautiful birds and have our own little private tour! We got to watch the birds being fed and we fell in love with pippin the little burrowing owl, Thankyou so much- will be back soon
Steve Yates
12.10.2024

Fantastic place to visit, owner extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Shop/Cafe next door was superb and a great place for families to visit.
Sarah McNicholas
30.09.2024

When we first got there, the owner was friendly and helpful. You can pay cash or by card before entering. We were left to walk around on our own and enjoy the birds in their glory. All birds were visible and looked happy in their home. A lot of work going on to ensure the birds homes are reflected to their needs and an endless task for the owner and such a challenging yet satisfying task. Thank you for doing such a great job and allowing us the public to see these beautiful birds.
andrew mcnicholas
25.09.2024

Lovely little set up. Small to medium size birds of pray. Worth a visit if you're in the area. All our questions were answered and other snippets of info too.
Claire Clews
16.09.2024

Visited Sunday 15th Sept . Lovely place , staff very knowledgeable and Birds very well cared for . Spent 1.5hrs handling and watching the birds fly . Great cafe on - site with delicious food . Well worth a visit . Highly recommend.
Mike Kelly
01.09.2024

Part of a working farm, with a butchery, and coffee shop. On the day we went, it was very windy, quite cold, and overcast with the occasional drizzle. The scenery was amazing. The welcome less so. One staff member in the coffee shop was very welcoming and happy to help. Two others who were more elderly We're not inclined to be as friendly. I have to say, the cakes were to die for. I would avoid the latte like a barge pole. I've never had a latte that just had ordering milk added to it, without being steamed or frost up or something other than just poured in. Prices, for what it was, were exceptionally high. Certainly much more than I was happy to pay.
Rob Adams
09.08.2024

I read the reviews before going and wasn't disappointed at all, spoke to the young lady and she was very knowledgeable about her birds,even gave me a tip on my crows 😉, excellent place to visit and value for money,would fully recommend.
Robin Phillips
21.07.2024

Gorgeous birds and great value, interesting visit!
Kim Smith
06.06.2024

We took our 6yrs old Grandson as part of his birthday present. He was a little unsure about it before he went, but after meeting Lisa for a few minutes his confidence and enjoyment grew by the minute. He had an amazing time! He didn’t stop talking about it all the way home… a wonderful experience which we think he will treasure. I would encourage others to do the same. Lisa is a Professional in two camps… She has worked in Education & then she became a full time Falconer. Her expertise in both, shines through - she is absolutely great! And the birds are too!
Sam Jermy
05.06.2024

Beautiful place Staff are very knowledgeable. Didn't mind all the questions and comments and were happy and cheerful
Jo Mansell
27.05.2024

So close up to some magnificent birds of prey . Fantastic staff 👏
Chris N
13.04.2024

We visited as a family with three children aged 4 to 9 in early April. It is kind of interesting and the kids enjoyed the craft room but really it is expensive for what it is: basically a dozen or so caged birds. I wouldn't make a special trip to go here but ok if you need to fill an hour and you're in the area.
Sara B
03.04.2024

We’ve just come away from a lovely visit, and have spent 1-1.5 hours here. We read the reviews and knew to expect a fairly small set up. We have thoroughly enjoyed a more personalised experience with two members of staff, who are clearly very passionate about the welfare of the birds, knowledgeable and keen on providing a customer experience. It sounds as though there are plans to enhance the setup and we look forward to seeing the developments.
Michal L
03.04.2024

Heartbreaking views of poor birds living in very small cages. There is a note to keep quiet, but kids are screaming all day around the poor, stressed birds. Some birds are literally chained to small posts. I advise against paying to see this cruelty, worst £6 pounds spent in my life.
Adrian Mccorkell
31.03.2024

Small centre but you can tell the birds are well cared for
Chantelle Smith
29.03.2024

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. ☺💕
Debbie Hawthorn
17.03.2024

We visited the Bird of Prey Centre today for the first time. The entrance fee (£5.50 per adult) was perfect for the size of attraction and knowing the funds go towards housing and keeping the birds made it worthwhile. The staff and volunteers are friendly and helpful and obviously have great ideas and aspirations for the future of the centre. Will definitely keep an eye on developments and re-visit in the future :)
Joe Bowles
25.02.2024

I booked my wife and I onto the owl handling experience for 2. Firstly, walking around the centre, you can tell they take great pride and passion in their birds. The cages and birds are very well looked after and in great condition. There's loads of information about the birds, and the staff are very willing to answer any questions. The owl handling was great, and again its very clear the staff have a lot of passion for the birds and know a great deal but are very honest if you ask a question they can't answer. We handled 4 owls in total of different sizes and flew 3 of them. It was such a great experience and I'd definitely recommend it for anyone.
Saz Peters
21.02.2024

We really enjoyed visiting and were more than happy to pay the price and more than suggested donation to handle Dave. We know this money goes to a good cause looking after these birds and that they are well cared for. I've never seen any as vocal as at this place which was great to hear all their different calls. We'd recommend a trip out, its not huge which isn't a bad thing for the wellbeing of the birds, but there's also a farm shop, cafe and walks around the area. Thank you.
Tracey Parkinson
19.02.2024

Great bird handling experience at the Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre with Lisa and Liz - very knowledgable and a great variety of birds to hold and see up close. Highly recommended!
David law
12.02.2024

Fantastic place educational with good knowledgeable staff you can even handle a bird of prey for small fee there is also flying of the birds well and truly worth a visit
Carl Bailey
11.02.2024

Most excellent place to visit. Staff were fantastic extremely knowledgeable and very welcoming. The birds were brilliant which we interacted with. Highly recommended
Dotti Torry
29.01.2024

Sunday appeared to be very popular. The second main attraction seemed to be the restaurant offering their traditional Sunday roast. There was a 20 minute wait. However it was proving to be a truly good positive review for the restaurant to have such an appeal. The owls and falcons were an amazing sight. The Raven was a character and stood out as a firm favourite with many but after 12 years residency there was told he is about to embark on a new venture elsewhere and will be hugely missed. Will definitely arrive earlier on the second visit to absorb all the current events Battlefield bird of Prey has on their timetable.
Cheryl McCartney
11.01.2024

BOOKED 2 EXPERIENCES FOR THE SAME DAY - GREAT STAFF , BIRDS ARE WELL LOOKED AFTER AND VERY UNUSUAL BIRDS TOO .THE STAFF HAVE AN AMAZING PASSION AND VERY INFORMATIVE , FRIENDLY SITE , ALSO A LOT TO DO ON SITE WITH SHOPS ,RESTAURANT , WALKS AND HISTORY CENTRE
Cheryl
08.01.2024

The experiences are amazing, the walk hawk and owl experience was brilliant, very informative, friendly, hands on experience, would definitely recommend, we will definitely be returning for further experience
m g
05.11.2023

Great visit today. Lots of beautiful owls and hawks, clearly excellently looked after. Good activity sheet for kids to do. Warm welcome by engaging and helpful proprietress. And next door to the superb 1403 cafe and farm shop. Very much recommended.
Natalie and Dan O'Mahony
14.10.2023

What an amazing little gem on the 1403 Battlefield site. Really well looked after birds and friendly staff. We'll worth a visit and not too expensive. Lots of events going on as well!
Samantha Witomski
26.09.2023

What an amazing experience this was! To go on a walk with a hawk (smile) and watch it fly up to the trees and back down to your glove is thrilling! Then to be able to interact with several kinda of owls and have them just hang out on your arm for a bit was incredible! The guides are knowledgeable and personable and the entire facility is wonderful! Very much worth the visit!
Caldo Vespa
10.09.2023

This is a great place to visit. such a variety of birds, all very well looked after. The staff were fantastic and for a donation you can even hold some of the birds. Its a small business but the owner is a fantastic woman and my wife and i wish her all the best. This is 100% recommended. Tickets for adults is £5.50 each, apparently some people think this is excessive but we thought it was well worth the price. I cannot say enough about how good this is.
Jim Wood
03.09.2023

Such an amazing experience, guide Lisa was lovely and knowledgeable, birds stunning, so amazing to have a owl standing on your arm, next door but not connected to the bird place is a lovely farm shop and a great cafe, pigs and sheep, so much to see and do, highly recommended. 😀😀
Richard Westerman
29.08.2023

We just turned up and had a brilliant time. Lots of amazing birds, a really knowledgeable owner and the kids got to handle one of the birds for a small donation fee. Definitely recommend.
Jill York
20.08.2023

Fabulous experience thank you.
Jason Montgomery
11.08.2023

We booked a personal experience with Lisa at the last minute. She readily accommodated and found time for us the next day. Her enthusiasm for the birds was infectious and she readily shared knowledge and stories about her work. We had exposure to 4 different birds and we each took turns having them fly to us. It was a great experience I can’t recommend enough. Book ahead.
Bill McTaggart
01.08.2023

Lovely facility with well cared for birds. Friendly knowledgeable staff .
Andrea Wingrove-Malpass
25.07.2023

We originally went to attend the battle of Shrewsbury reenactment, and noticed the bird of prey center. What a fantastic place! The staff were all amazing, very helpful, and very informative. Entrance is free, with the option to make a donation ( which we did). When looking at the birds I noticed a sign saying you could handle a bird for £2, so we did. What a fantastic experience! And for only £2 ! We loved our time there, and would definitely recommend. Thank you to the staff, you were all fab!
Sean Hogg
11.06.2023

Definitely worth a visit! Staff are helpful and very knowledgeable about what they do.

 

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