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An Afternoon Picnic with Birds of Prey

Thoresby Park, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9EP

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Saturday 7th June 2025| 12pm -4pm
The Walled Garden, Thoresby Park
Tickets: Adults £9.95 | Child (under 16) £5.95 | Family Ticket (2 adults & 2 children) £29.95

Enjoy a truly unique countryside event hosted by Hawkeye Falconry UK and Thoresby Park. Set in The Walled Garden at Thoresby, this event combines the beauty of nature, the thrill of birds of prey, and the charm of traditional entertainment and activities. This event promises fun for all ages!

Bring a picnic, or indulge in some local delicious food, as you are introduced to a magnificent birds of prey, including hawks, owls, eagles and falcons. Be mesmerised by their agility and precision in thrilling flight demonstrations and even have the chance to handle these majestic creatures yourself.

But the experience doesn't stop there! Watch in awe as highly trained sheepdogs showcase their incredible skills, expertly herding sheep with precision and teamwork in an exciting demonstration of traditional farming techniques. Adding to the atmosphere, enjoy music that sets the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of relaxation and discovery.

For those looking for even more excitement, unleash your inner Robin Hood with an archery and axe throwing challenge! Compete against friends and family for the chance to win a Bird of Prey Experience for Two, an unforgettable prize for the ultimate countryside adventure.

There will also be a Thoresby BBQ, an ice cream van, a face painter, amazing craft stalls and more!

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