Owl & Falconry Centre

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 and cafe.
* Coaches welcome.
* OPEN:
- 16th March - 30th Sept (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 1 Apr 2005 - 31 Oct 2006

Opening 2007 1 Jan 2007 - 31 Dec 2007

Opening 2008 16 Mar 2008 - 30 Sep 2008

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 information please visit the Southern Vectis travel office at Ryde, bottom of pier or the Tourist Information Centre at West Cowes, opposite ferry terminal entrance and at Yarmouth, left of terminal.