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Anne D
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A wonderful half day!! A truly wonderful experience. Gary was very friendly and passionate about his birds. We got to meet them all and flew owls, hawks, eagles and even a vulture called Gollum. The birds are very well cared for, I would recommend this to anyone who admires birds of prey. Thanks Gary!!
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Fantastic experience ! Fantastic experience ! Gary is so passionate about his birds and is a very good "teacher" as well. My mum was so happy having the birds so close on her arm. I highly recommend this experience if you are interested by birds and owls.
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Incredible day, 100% recommend for any bird lovers We had an utterly brilliant day here and didn’t want the experience to end. Gary is absolutely wonderful, you can tell he truly cares and loves his birds. The experience is like no other for any bird lover as getting to fly and feed the birds is just amazing. The care and attention you get during the experience is brilliant too as we felt so welcome. This was a surprise gift for myself from my boyfriend, and it was wonderful. 100% recommend.
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Sue
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Wonderful experience What a great time we had on our couples experience. Gary was absolutely lovely and told us so many fascinating facts about his wonderful birds. Each of the birds have their own little character which made them so much fun and it was a brilliant experience being able to fly them. The time went too quickly so we'll definitely be back for another turn. Cannot recommend enough, book your experience, you won't be disappointed
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Amazing hour long experience, just book it 👍🏻 Purchased an hour couples experience with Cumbria Bird of Prey Centre, well worth the money for a fantastic hands on hour experience. Very relaxed environment and Gary is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about his flock. We loved every second and being honest, wished we’d booked a longer experience tbh. 5 out of 5 from us, would highly recommend and may actually book again for family in the future 👍🏻
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Fantastic time Just wanted to say how great we found this experience, Gary is a very engaging and likeable individual who is very knowledgeable about his birds. It was a real pleasure to go for a walk in the woods joined by Buzz the hawk and to have close contact with several other amazing birds such as owls Hootie and Esther. We will be highly recommending this experience to friends and would advise anyone visiting the Carlisle area to go along for a visit. A+ experience and A+ host
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David F
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A top day out. An absolutely fantastic day. Spending time with these beautiful birds was spectacular. And Gary, who runs the centre, was so knowledgeable, informative and down tonearrh. A top day out all round. Highly recommended.
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Tricia T
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Fantastic Experience What a fantastic hour with Gary and his “flock”! Gary was incredibly knowledgeable, patient and funny. The hands-on feeding session was both educational and entertaining. A wonderful experience I’d recommend to everyone. Thank you!
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A great afternoon! We visited yesterday to celebrate a family birthday. Gary and Keith were very friendly and welcoming. We all had such a great time. Gary was informative but at the same time made it interesting, we learned so much! Our boys loved the fact that it was so interactive and they could also take part in holding the birds. A great experience and we would definitely recommend!
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Clair E
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Fun, informative and educational Myself and my son have just enjoyed a wonderful family experience at The Cumberland bird of prey centre. We thoroughly enjoyed this session and found it to be fun, informative and educational. All of the birds are very well looked after with clean enclosures, you can tell that the people who run the bird of prey centre are very passionate about their jobs. We would highly recommend!!

Family Experience

Our Family Experience is an exclusive hour for you and your kids to get a five star experience. Fly our birds in an unhurried, yet fast paced activity specially designed for children and families.

Couple’s Experience

If you are looking for a different experience that will live in your memories forever, then check out our popular couple’s experience. A jam packed 60 minutes of flying, feeding and getting up close.

Secret Sauna

Where else can you unwind in a sauna while looking out at magnificent birds of prey? Only at the Cumberland Bird of Prey Centre’s Secret Sauna. Every stay at our centre will help you rewind.

Exclusive use

Whether you’re planning a family gathering, a getaway with friends or a special celebration, we have accommodation to suit every budget. Our three on-site accommodation units can sleep up to eight guests, or book the entire site exclusively.

Set in its own private area, complete with a cool, covered outdoor bath, The Bird Box is our newest addition to the site. Designed as a peaceful retreat, it offers the perfect place to unwind, reconnect with nature, and escape the pace of everyday life. Whether you’re soaking in the outdoor bath under the shelter of the canopy, enjoying your morning coffee surrounded by birdsong, or relaxing beneath the stars.

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Bird Nest comfortably accommodates up to four guests, making it the perfect retreat for families, couples, or friends. Enjoy your own private outdoor space, ideal for relaxing, dining, or soaking up the peaceful surroundings. Unwind in the secluded hot tub beneath the open sky and experience the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and nature for a truly memorable stay.

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Bird House is our original container conversion and remains a firm favourite with guests. Full of character and thoughtfully designed, it offers a unique and comfortable retreat in peaceful surroundings. Enjoy cosy evenings gathered around your private fire pit before sinking into your secluded hot tub beneath the stars. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape or simply looking to relax and recharge, Bird House provides the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and outdoor living.

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