International Centre for Birds of Prey
Attraction in or near Newent

Described recently as a hidden Gem, the Centre houses over 200 birds of prey, eagles, hawks, owls, vultures, kites, buzzards and falcons. Three superb flying demonstrations per day, all different. Wonderful gardens to enjoy, cafe and shop, walks through the woods, field and ponds. Great photo opportunities.  ICBP is the oldest bird of prey centre in the UK.

  • Handling experience days run with the birds for those wanting to get beak to beak with birds and fly them.
  • Photography experiences.

A place not to be missed. Ignore the weather forecasts and satnav, get to Newent on main roads and follow the signs!

Visit our Gift Shop 

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Contact Details
International Centre for Birds of Prey
Boulsdon House
Newent
Gloucestershire
GL18 1JJ
Tel: 01531 820286
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Details
Ordnance Survey - SO 709 244

Opening Hours

Open seven days a week. Feb 1st - Nov 30th, with Owl evenings in the winter. 10.30 - 5.30 or dusk if earlier.


Reviews

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Recently visited the centre and found it really worthwhile. I never thought there would be so many birds of prey. As a photographer, the centre was very photo friendly and the birds seemed very photogenic. I would definitely go again as it was an amazing experience.
Apr 24th 2012 by A G in Wiltshire
Brought visiting Aunt and she was en'raptor'ed with your centre, just as we were. Both for the wonderful job you are doing in saving endangered species and the fun you introduce in your displays. The birds in their cages all seemed very happy, and the flying displays were magnificent, the cafe at just the right place on our tour. I have always loved Owls and thoroughly enjoyed the capers of Ruby. Got some great shots which I will share with you soon.
Aug 06th 2011 by J L in Gloucestershire
had a great time there with the family have been befor . love the demos with the bird flights will on dought come again.
Jun 06th 2011 by A G in
This is a wonderful place to visit with something to appeal to all ages. The Director of the Centre and her staff are extremely friendly, approachable and very very knowledgable about all of the birds at the Centre. The improvements that have been made over the last 2 years or so are a credit to their hard work and must be seen to be fully appreciated. We have attended several of the experience days which are excellent and would recommend them to everyone. You mustn't miss the coffee shop where you can get snacks/cakes/drinks at very reasonable cost. Try Angela's homemade cake and cream scones!! Then again her sausage and bacon rolls or paninis aren't bad either! If you are in the area then I would recommend that you visit here as soon as you can for a wonderful day out - every visit is different and I guarantee it will pull you in!! You will not want to leave.
May 29th 2011 by L M in Worcestershire
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