Raptor Rapture, One hour experience - at an amazing price.
An action-packed hour with hawks, falcons, and owls, perfect for first-timers or gift-givers.
Fly, handle, and feed these incredible birds in our beautiful countryside setting. Weekdays only.
- An exciting introduction: Delve into the incredible world of falconry and birds of prey
- Hands-on with real raptors: Meet, handle and take turns flying the birds to the glove
- Small groups: Plenty of personal guidance throughout
- Gift vouchers or book a date: Instant email voucher, valid 12 months and flexible
This weekday-only experience packs a lot into a single hour. Perfect for those short on time but big on curiosity. Get up close and personal with a selection of birds of prey including falcons, hawks and owls. You’ll handle, fly and feed the birds as they fly to your glove and display their natural grace and power in our beautiful countryside setting.
This hands-on session offers a unique insight into the ancient and noble art of falconry, making it ideal for first-timers or those looking for a gift that’s a little bit different.
This experience runs at Market Harborough.
Participant Price £59 Inc our Money Back Guarantee
Key info
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Instant email gift voucher
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Voucher valid for 12 months
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Vouchers can be swapped or upgraded
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Location: Barn Owl Hollow, Church Langton, Market Harborough, LE16 7SZ
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Ages: 6+
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Duration: one hour
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Small groups: usually max 6
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Our No-Nonsense "Great Day" 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.
What Happens On The Day
You’ll be welcomed by your falconer, introduced to the venue, and given a short safety briefing. We’ll take names, check who is flying, and share a few simple tips to help you get the best photos.
Next you’ll meet the birds on site and learn how we work with them. Once you’re comfortable, you’ll be fitted with a glove and we’ll begin flying. Sessions are hands-on and relaxed, with expert guidance throughout. We take turns flying birds to the glove, answer questions as we go, and make sure everyone has time with the birds and plenty of opportunities for great photos.
For longer sessions, we build in a break for tea and coffee. Full-day experiences include lunch. Whatever the duration, we keep the pace friendly and supportive, and we tailor the session so you leave feeling confident, included, and with memories (and photos) you will want to keep.
How Our Vouchers Work
🎟️ How do I receive and use the voucher?
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Instant Delivery: Your voucher is generated immediately and sent to your email address as a PDF. Perfect for last-minute gifts!
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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Personalised: Every voucher includes space for your own message, making it a truly personal gift.
📦 Can I get a physical gift to unwrap?
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The Digital Default: Our standard vouchers are instant and eco-friendly PDFs.
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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.
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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 6+ can participate. Bonus: One supervising adult in the group may spectate for free to take photos. Additional spectators are just £8. Children under 16 can spectate free with a paying adult spectator.
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.”
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