Thirsk Birds of Prey Centre

Thirsk

Zoo in Thirsk

Opening April–May: open 10:30am–4:00pm (last admittance 3:00pm), closed every Wednesday; June–September: open 10:30am–5:00pm (last admittance 3:30pm), open 6 days a week with scheduled closure dates; seasonal timetables apply and displays are weather permitting

Price Adults (16 years+): £10.95; Concessions (65 years+): £9.95; Children: £8.95 (under 3s go FREE); Family Ticket: £37.00 (2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + 3 children). No need to pre-book for general admission.

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Age fit Family-friendly, with free children's activity sheets; the Meet the Minnies handling experience is recommended for children aged 4 years and over

Setting outdoor

The experience

About this day out

Thirsk Birds of Prey Centre, set in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside at Sion Hill Hall, Kirby Wiske, is home to around 100 birds from over 50 species, including owls, vultures, eagles and kites. The award-winning centre, with over 30 years of experience, runs daily free-flight flying displays including the African Adventure Display featuring 20–25 African birds. It also offers small-group experience days, the Meet the Minnies handling experience, and supports vital conservation projects.

When to go

Opening calendar

April–May: open 10:30am–4:00pm (last admittance 3:00pm), closed every Wednesday; June–September: open 10:30am–5:00pm (last admittance 3:30pm), open 6 days a week with scheduled closure dates; seasonal timetables apply and displays are weather permitting

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What it costs

Prices at a glance

Admission: Adults (16 years+): £10.95; Concessions (65 years+): £9.95; Children: £8.95 (under 3s go FREE); Family Ticket: £37.00 (2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + 3 children). No need to pre-book for general admission.

Prices can change. Confirm ticket terms with the venue before booking.

Practical details

Facilities & accessibility

At a glance

Snack bar (sandwiches, crisps, cakes, hot and cold drinks, ice creams)Picnic area welcomeFree children's activity sheetsPhotography welcome

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Dogs: Not provided yet

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