Name: Loch Lomond Bird Of Prey Centre
Rating: 5.0

Loch Lomond Bird Of Prey Centre

Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre, Ben Lomond Way, Balloch, Alexandria, UK

1-90 Years

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Description

Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre is a family-run attraction located within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park in a peaceful woodland setting beside the Lomond Shores visitor complex. It is known as one of the UK’s premier bird of prey centres with a relaxing atmosphere for both visitors and birds. The centre focuses on conservation, education and providing memorable wildlife experiences.

Visitors can enjoy daily flying shows featuring kestrels, falcons, hawks, owls and eagles in a natural woodland arena. There’s a Discovery Trail, outdoor learning zone for schools and groups, and hands-on Bird of Prey Experiences. Guests can also sponsor a bird and receive twelve months free entry.

Admission is Adult £9.50, Child (3–16) £5, Infant (0–2) Free, Seniors/Students £7.50.

Overall, the centre combines exciting close-up encounters with important conservation work. It’s a unique day out for families, nature lovers and photographers looking to learn more about raptors.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

Birds: The birds at Llandudno Local Bird of Prey Centre include a variety of species such as owls, hawks, falcons, and eagles. Each bird is part of their educational displays and flying demonstrations, aimed at promoting awareness, conservation, and understanding of these raptors.
Flying Shows: During your visit you will see our birds in flight during our daily flying shows. We fly a variety of Kestrels, Falcons, Hawks, Owls and Eagles. The variety depends on the time of year. Our unique flying area ensures the birds are flying in close proximity in a natural setting. Some may even be flying over your head.
Learning Zone: The Bird of Prey Centre is the ideal setting for education visits. Many local schools, nurseries, youth groups, and organisations take advantage of being able to provide an outdoor learning experience. Whether it’s “The Owl Who Was Afraid of The Dark”, Nature Study, or a Conservation Topic, the lecture and the birds provided will tie in with a theme or project being undertaken by the particular organisation.
Discovery Trail: Visitors can follow the trail of questions and clues to discover more about our resident birds, wild raptors, and the local wildlife. Visitors will see the work we have done to conserve our local species, as well as improving the habitat for plant life. Our Discovery Trail may give you ideas on how you can contribute to conservation, or improve your knowledge of nature, conservation, and wild raptors in particular.

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Parking: There is free parking in the centre

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Adult: £9.50
Child (3-16): £5
Infant (0-2): Free
Seniors: £7.50
Students: £7.50

Pricing URL: https://llbopc.co.uk/prices.html

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

The Bird of Prey Centre is open every day Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays.
Open 10am until 4pm (GMT), 5pm (BST).
Second week in February until the end of October. The Bird of Prey Centre is closed to visitors from early November until early February.

Address: Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre, Ben Lomond Way, Balloch, Alexandria, UK

Post Code: G83 8QL

Council: West Dunbartonshire

County: Scotland

By Car: The Centre is located adjacent to the Loch Lomond Shores complex at Balloch which is easily reached by car. Follow directions for Loch Lomond Shores. At the mini roundabout after the overflow car park, turn left towards the main car park (Red). After the two sharp right turns, the centre is located on the left, the entrance is opposite the cycle path crossing.
By Public Transport: 10 minute walk from the train and bus stations at Balloch.