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Owl & Falconry Centre

Type: Animal Collection

Set in the grounds of Appuldurcombe House landscaped by Capability Brown.

The Eagles and other birds of prey soar above the sloping downland of the Appuldurcombe Valley, set in an 'Area of Outstanding Beauty'.

Dramatic flying displays with eagles, hawks, vultures, falcons and owls, outside when fine. Otherwise indoor flight hall, a very special show combining the latest video technology and the birds flying indoors.

* Well Stocked Shop, cafe and playbarn.
* Coaches welcome.
* OPEN:
- 1st April - 31st Oct 2012 (10:00 - 16:00).
- Open all year for pre-arranged school & group visits

Schools information
The attraction can supply:
§ Worksheet for teachers
§ Worksheet for children
§ Catering
§ Toilets
§ Picnic area
§ Guided Tours
§ PreVisits

Suitable ages:
§ Five to Eight year olds
§ Eight To Twelve year olds
§ Twelve to Sixteen year olds
§ Sixteen plus
Related Curriculum Subjects:
§ Science
§ History
This establishment has both Public Liability Insurance and has been risk assessed

PRICES FOR FALCONRY CENTRE:
Adults: £6.25
Children: £4.25
Concessions: £5.75
Family (2 ad +3 ch): £20

PRICES FOR FALCONRY CENTRE & APPULDURCOMBE HOUSE:
Adults: £7.25
Children: £5.25
Concessions: £6.75
Family (2 ad + 3 ch): £22.00

Opening Times

Opening 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Shanklin, at Whiteley Bank turn right for B3327 to Wroxall.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Shanklin, at Whiteley Bank turn right for B3327 to Wroxall.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Totland, A3055 to Freshwater, A3055 to Ventnor, B3327 to Wroxall.

Public Transport Directions

From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No. 1 bus route to Newport and change to No. 3
From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 3
From Yarmouth ferry: No. 7 to Newport and change to No. 3
For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).

 Contact Info

Owl & Falconry Centre
Appuldurcombe House
Appuldurcombe Road
WROXALL
Isle of Wight
PO38 3EW

Tel: +44 01983 840188/852484
Fax: +44 01983 840188
Email
Website

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

  • Countryside Setting

Accessibility

  • Disabled persons toilet

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing
  • Children’s packs
  • Family Friendly, Children Welcome
  • Highchair(s) available
  • Outdoor children’s play area

Parking & Transport

  • Coach parking
  • Free parking

Catering

  • Cafe
  • Catering for groups
  • Picnic area

Payment Methods

  • Euros
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

Room / Unit Features

  • Large Screen TV

Establishment Features

  • All weather attraction
  • Gift shop
  • Groups welcome
  • Guided tours
  • Meeting rooms
  • Open on bank holidays
  • Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement

Specialist Features

  • Cyclists welcome
  • Educational Groups