Gauntlet Birds of Prey

Gauntlet Birds of Prey is a bird sanctuary in the North West England region that houses over 180 birds from about 50 different species, including vultures, owls, hawks, eagles, and falcons. The facility displays these birds in areas allowing visitors to watch the animals closely and study their behavior.

The facility was established in 1996 and has developed into an established center for bird care over the following years. It is now a member of an association of British and Irish zoos and aquariums, showing how it meets professional standards for animal care.

The site serves as a learning space where flying displays show hunting techniques and natural behaviors of different raptors. Close viewing during these demonstrations helps visitors understand the birds' roles in the natural world.

The park is accessible to visitors on most days of the week and offers various experiences, from simple viewing to interactions with individual birds. It is helpful to wear comfortable shoes, as the grounds require walking between different areas.

Visitors can participate in personal encounter experiences where they handle small birds or spend entire days with large raptors. These direct interactions allow getting to know the animals in ways that ordinary viewing does not allow.

Location: Cheshire East

Inception: 1996

Address: Manchester Rd, Knutsford WA16 0SX, UK

Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00

Website: https://gauntletbirdsofprey.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.32050,-2.39445

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:45