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Gauntlet Birds of Prey

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Gauntlet Birds of Prey
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#1 of 12 things to do in Knutsford
Nature & Wildlife AreasZoos
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Gauntlet Birds of Prey – Eagle & Vulture Park in Knutsford, Cheshire is home to over 180 birds from 50 different species. At the park you’ll see a wide range of birds from Eagles, Hawks and Falcons to Vultures, Kites and Owls. We also have more unusual species such as Caracaras, Red-legged Seriemas, Marabou Storks, and Pelicans. The park is also home to Meerkats, Goats and Polecats. Each day at the park there are two flying displays – in these shows we discuss conservation, the habits of the birds, etc. There is a ‘Vulture Restaurant Talk’ where we chat about vultures in the wild and a ‘Meet and Greet’ session where you may meet our smelliest, cutest or largest feathered or furry friends. Join us for a fantastic day out! PLEASE NOTE: The park’s opening times vary throughout the year, please check our website for dates and times: https://gauntletbirdsofprey.co.uk/plan-your-visit/#opening_times
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Margaretpenny
Wilmslow, UK20 contributions
Fun for all generations
Nov 2023 • Family
A great place to visit with the family. A lot of birds to see and and it was amazing to sit in the arena and have some of them flying over our heads.
The cafe was comfortable and the staff very friendly.

Written 19 November 2023
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Katie T
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Brilliant day out! Amazing birds
Nov 2023 • Family
We visited today and had a great time! The staff and handlers were brilliant and we absolutely loved meeting the birds and hearing all about them very interesting. We spent all day here looking at the birds, polecats and meerkats! The birds were amazing we could not believe how many different types of birds of prey were here. The weather unfortunately was rainy for most of the day so we were in the inside arena which was fine as we got so close to the birds we will definitely visit in summer when we can see the birds flying in the outside arena. Can't wait to attend again. Thanks to all the staff we had a great day!
Written 12 November 2023
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Mountinmad
Telford, UK151 contributions
Photography Experience day to remember
Nov 2023 • Solo
Spent the day at Gaunlet Birds of Prey hosted by Gary Jones Photography and Gauntlet's bird handlers Jake & Daisy. What an amazing experience to see so many amazing birds up close and cared for with such expertise and professionalism. With Gary's expert guidance I also managed to take many beautiful images to keep and look back on... I have attached a few for others to see what a worthwhile day it is spent with such experts in a fantastic centre that does so much for wildlife globally. Huge thank you to the team and to Gary for such an amazing day.
Written 5 November 2023
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Hoggy
Knutsford, UK35 contributions
A brilliant day out
Oct 2023 • Family
What an amazing place this is. Managed to keep even the young grandchildren occupied. The young man introducing one of the displays was brilliant - very knowledgeable and entertaining.
I was pleasantly surprised at the sheer number of different species they have there, and they are doing a lot of good work for environmental issues.
We had a nice lunch there and all of the staff were delightful. We shall certainly return as unfortunately we weren't able to stay to see the later displays.
I think this is a family run venture and they need and deserve support.
Written 30 October 2023
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Helen L
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A fun and informative family day out!
Oct 2023 • Family
What a great day out! All the staff are so friendly and helpful, and so knowledgeable! We learnt a lot, particularly about their wonderful conservation work here and in Africa and Asia. Our toddler loved it too! Would highly recommend to absolutely everyone!
Written 21 October 2023
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Amy B
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Fantastic centre with wonderful staff and lovely birds.
Sep 2023 • Friends
My friend and I booked the Simply Owls experience. We were warned that the weather was atrocious so we were given the option of having it indoors or rescheduling. We went ahead, and it was a fantastic day. The staff were super friendly and welcoming, and we learned so much. The centre has a huge range of birds, and for our experience we met several different owls and got to fly / hold them while getting great info about them all. The staff all clearly care so much about the animals, which was lovely. We're already looking forward to going back soon.
Written 27 September 2023
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Just Vic
7 contributions
Great family day out!
Aug 2023 • Family
What a great experience! And brilliant value for money.
The kids had a ball and the adults too!
We all learned a lot.
The cafe can get busy at peak lunch time but the website does say you are welcome to bring your own food.
I would definitely recommend.
Written 6 September 2023
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topsy8432
Oldham, UK83 contributions
Fantastic
Sep 2023 • Couples
Absolutely amazing day
The animals are very well looked after.
The keepers clearly care about the animals and are very friendly and knowledge.
Would definitely recommend gauntlet.
Fanatic place
Written 3 September 2023
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Alison P
1 contribution
Fabulous day out
Sep 2023 • Couples
What an amazing day. Fabulous birds and animals, super knowledgeable team and so much to learn whether it’s a special event like Vulture Awareness Day or a regular day. It’s awesome.
Written 2 September 2023
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Jo H
2 contributions
Fantastic day out
Aug 2023 • Family
What a fabulous day out. Beautiful, healthy and happy birds. Excellent displays and really lovely, knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend a visit for both adults and kids alike.
Written 1 September 2023
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GAUNTLET BIRDS OF PREY: All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

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Gauntlet Birds of Prey is open:
  • Wed - Sun 11:00 - 17:00