Bird on the Hand Private (experiences)

Bird on the Hand Private: Our exclusive 3 hour birds of prey experience held at Market Harborough.

Enjoy the birds all to yourselves as they fly freely to your glove, showing the speed, agility and power that make birds of prey so remarkable.

Fly a variety of species during your session, with opportunities to handle and fly hawks, falcons, buzzards and owls, guided throughout in a relaxed, hands-on private experience suitable for all ages.

Hands-on flying throughout: More flying time, no waiting your turn
Private session: Just your group, with personal guidance throughout
Money Back Guarantee: Book with total confidence
Gift vouchers or book a date: Instant email voucher, valid 12 months and flexible.

You will handle and fly a variety of birds during this three-hour session, watching them soar through woodland and meadow before returning to your glove for their reward.

Our experienced falconers will explain how each bird hunts, flies and behaves, sharing fascinating insight into these incredible predators while encouraging plenty of questions and photos.

It is your private session, exclusive access, maximum flying, no sharing with other guests.

Come and enjoy a truly special birds of prey experience.

Eurasian eagle owl landing on a visitor's glove in the woodland during a Owl on the Hand experience.

This experience runs at Barn Owl Hollow near Market Harborough

Group Price £359 Inc our Money Back Guarantee

Key info

Instant email gift voucher
Voucher valid for 12 months
Vouchers can be swapped or upgraded
Barn Owl Hollow, Stonton Road, Church Langton, Market Harborough. LE16 7SZ
Ages: 5+
Duration: 3 hours
Your exclusive session up to 10 participants. Call if you need more.

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Our No-Nonsense "Great Day" Guarantee

I want you to book with absolute confidence. Our business is built on 20 years of reputation and a genuine passion for these birds. We stand by every session we lead, which is why we offer a straightforward, no-nonsense guarantee:

30-Day 'Change of Mind' Return: if a gift isn't quite right for the recipient, return the voucher within 30 days for a full refund.
The Enjoyment Promise: We personally guarantee that every participant will have a fantastic time on the day or you can have a full refund.
The Value Promise: If, after your experience, you honestly feel it wasn't worth the price, tell us why and what you feel it was worth. We will refund the difference.
Total Flexibility: Life happens. If you need to move your date, just talk to us. We don’t believe in re-booking fees; we’ll simply find a new slot that works for you. All we ask is as much notice as possible.

If your child is a little nervous on the day, don’t worry—we go entirely at their pace. We’re experts at making sure every young falconer feels confident and happy.

'We've found that the people we deal with are generally fair and sensible, so we keep our terms exactly the same. If there’s a problem, talk to us and we’ll sort it.' Andrew, Duncan and the Team"

What Happens On The Day

Expect plenty of hands on "glove time." Under expert guidance, you’ll handle and fly multiple species, of raptors including owls, falcons, buzzards and hawks. You’ll learn about their unique personalities and biology while experiencing the thrill of silent flight and powerful landings.

How Our Vouchers Work

🎟️ How do I receive and use the voucher?

Instant Delivery: Your voucher is generated immediately and sent to your email address as a PDF. Perfect for last-minute gifts!
Easy Redemption: The recipient simply visits our website, chooses their preferred date on our live booking calendar, and enters their unique voucher code at checkout.
12-Month Validity: All vouchers are valid for a full year from the date of purchase, giving them plenty of time to find the perfect season to fly.

🎁 Why choose a 'Bird on the Hand' gift?

Memories over "Stuff": You aren't just buying a piece of paper; you're gifting a "bucket list" moment—the weight of a hawk on the glove and the thrill of silent flight.
Total Flexibility: If you buy a specific session (like the Owl Encounter) but the recipient would prefer a Falconry Day, they can easily upgrade or swap their credit by getting in touch.
Personalised: Every voucher includes space for your own message, making it a truly personal gift.

📦 Can I get a physical gift to unwrap?

The Digital Default: Our standard vouchers are instant and eco-friendly PDFs.
The Deluxe Upgrade: Want something to put under the tree? At checkout, you can upgrade to our Deluxe Gift Pack. This includes a high-quality printed voucher, a presentation gift box with a gold bow, a miniature leather falconer’s gauntlet, and a falconry bell keyfob.
Shipping: Deluxe packs are posted via Royal Mail (allow 3–5 working days).

Things You Need To Know

Weather and rebooking
This experience is weather dependent. If conditions are wet or extreme, we’ll offer a rebooking option to make sure you get your experience.

What to wear
Dress for the weather, especially warm layers on colder days. Sturdy shoes are usually sufficient. Avoid bright dayglo colours. In summer bring sunscreen and water. If you get hay fever, bring antihistamines.

Spectators and Children

We are family-friendly! Children 7+ can participate. Bonus: One supervising adult in the group may spectate for free to take photos. Spectators included if there are some of your group not participating.

Customer Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Absolutely brilliant. I thoroughly recommend."

"I took my 9-year-old son to the 3-hour session at Market Harborough as a birthday treat. The small group size (only 6) meant he had plenty of hands-on time with the birds.

Our handler was wonderful - full of knowledge and incredibly patient with my son. He made sure everyone got the most out of the experience. An amazing day!"

— Parent Review, January 2026 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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"The best experience we’ve had."

"We visited Church Langton for my husband’s birthday. I came as a spectator and I really enjoyed it - I felt fully involved in the whole three hours. The staff were incredibly knowledgeable and kept us well-informed. Having done similar things before, this was the best one yet. A fantastic morning!"

— Couples Review, January 2026 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Join over 500 happy guests at Barn Owl Hollow this year.”

Not quite the right fit?

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Prefer Milton Keynes? View our Milton Keynes experiences (opens our sister site).

Prefer Leicestershire ? Our Bird on the Hand Experience runs at Market Harborough

Need a hand? Give us a call on 07868 243490 we’re always happy to help.

Buy your gift voucher below. You’ll receive it instantly by email, or you can choose a Deluxe Pack by post. You’re covered by our no-risk Money Back Guarantee.

Step 1: Select participant numbers, then click “Next”.
Step 2: Add spectators (optional) and complete the details at checkout.

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