Falconry Experiences
Get closer to some of the world’s most fascinating birds with a hands-on falconry experience at Coda Falconry.
Based within Hobbledown Heath in Hounslow, West London, we offer falconry experiences for children, adults, owl lovers, photographers and anyone curious about the remarkable world of birds of prey.
You could take your first steps into falconry, fly owls through the woodland, meet Loki the Raven or spend an entire day working alongside our falconers. Compare all our experiences below and follow the links to learn more about each one.
Ages 6–12 | 30 minutes | £42
A short but exciting introduction for budding falconers. Children can handle and fly one of our beautiful birds of prey in the Coda Falconry flying arena under expert supervision.
The experience includes admission to Hobbledown Heath for the participating child and one supervising adult.
Ages 13+ | 1 hour | £78
The ideal introduction to the world of falconry. Meet some of our smaller owls before flying selected hawks, buzzards or owls to your gloved hand in our purpose-built arena.
This is our recommended starting point for adults and teenagers attending their first falconry experience.
Ages 13+ | 2 hours | £102
Enjoy more time with our flying team and the opportunity to meet a greater variety of birds. Depending on the day, the experience may include buzzards, hawks, falcons and owls.
A popular choice for anyone with a passion for birds of prey who wants more than an introductory session.
Ages 16+ | Approx 3 hours | £120
Explore falconry in greater depth by flying a selection of hawks, falcons, buzzards and owls. You may also see one of our falcons flying to the lure before heading out into the surrounding woodland with one of our trained birds.
The woodland section takes place on uneven natural ground. Please contact our team before booking if you have accessibility requirements.
Ages 13+ | Approx 2 hours | £90
Experience the beauty of a Barn Owl flying freely through the woodlands and meadows of Hobbledown Heath.
Accompanied by one of our falconers, you will watch the owl flying through the surrounding landscape before calling them to your gloved hand. This is an unforgettable choice for owl lovers and anyone who enjoys being outdoors.
Ages 13+ | 2 hours | £102
A dedicated owl experience featuring some of the most captivating members of our flying team.
Depending on the season and welfare of the birds, you may meet and fly species including Burrowing Owls, Tawny Owls, Barn Owls and Eurasian Eagle Owls. The experience also includes our Woodland Walk and the opportunity to fly a Barn Owl within the natural surroundings of Hobbledown Heath.
Ages 16+ | 30 minutes | £72
Enter the world of one of Coda Falconry’s most intelligent, curious and outspoken residents.
Help with Loki’s enrichment and training, offer him some of his favourite food and watch him complete tricks and puzzles. He may even decide that your shoulder is the perfect place from which to supervise proceedings.
Gwah!
Ages 16+ | Approx 6 hours | £234
Go behind the scenes and discover what it takes to care for and work with birds of prey.
Spend the day alongside the Coda team, helping with activities such as food preparation, weighing the birds, maintaining the aviaries and learning practical falconry and husbandry skills. You may also have the opportunity to become involved in one of our public flying demonstrations.
Ages 16+ | Approx 3 hours | £120
Learn to photograph birds of prey both at rest and in flight.
Using your own camera, you can explore shutter speed, aperture, depth of field, lenses and raw photography. No previous photography experience is required, while more confident photographers can enjoy the rare opportunity to photograph our birds in a controlled and natural setting.
The One Hour Falconry Experience is the recommended starting point for first-time participants aged 13 or over. Children aged 6–12 can attend the dedicated Children’s Falconry Experience.
Both provide a hands-on introduction to falconry. The Two Hour Falconry Experience gives you more time with the team and may include a greater variety of hawks, falcons, buzzards and owls.
Choose the Woodland Walk and Owl Flying Experience if you want an outdoor experience focused on flying a Barn Owl. Choose the Owl Encounter if you want to meet and potentially fly a greater variety of owl species as well as completing the woodland walk.
The birds involved depend on the experience, season, weather and welfare of the flying team. We cannot guarantee a particular bird, but you are welcome to contact us before your visit if you have a favourite species.
Yes. Experience vouchers can be purchased through our dedicated Tickets and Prices page. The recipient can then redeem their voucher and choose from the available dates.
Visit our Tickets and Prices page to check current availability, purchase an experience or buy a falconry gift voucher.
Not sure which experience is right for you? Contact the Coda Falconry team and we will be happy to help.