Cotswold Falconry Centre

Do we have to pre-book tickets?

It is helpful if you are able to pre-book, but it is not essential. Tickets can be purchased on the gate.

Are the tickets timed?

Admission tickets are valid all day. We open at 10:30am / last admission 3pm.

Do under 4s need a ticket?

Children under 4 years old do not require a ticket. 

When is the latest I can book tickets?

Last admission each day is 3pm, online ticket sales end shortly before then. 

What is Stripe?

Stripe is our chosen secure payment gateway.

How will I know that the booking has been completed?

You'll receive an email confirmation with your booking reference number, check spam if not received.

I booked in for the wrong day by mistake, can i change it?

Email us during working hours and we can change your visit date. You'll keep the same reference number.

Can I use my complimentary 'bird adopters' ticket

Yes, just present it on arrival. Others in your party will need to pre-book their day admission tickets.

I am a 'Friend of Cotswold Falconry' member do I need to pre-book?

No, entry remains the same for 'Friends' present your card at the gate. If you are bringing non-'Friends' with you they'll need to have pre-booked admission tickets.

How do I join the Friends?

Please click Here to see more information regarding joining the 'Friends of Cotswold Falconry'.

Can I use my complimentary 'adopters' ticket?

Yes, please present your ticket on arrival.

Do I need to purchase/pre-book day admission if on an experience?

Day admission tickets are complimentary to experience participants and do not need to be pre-booked.

Can I bring spectators to my bird of prey experience?

Yes, spectators just need to have purchased a day admission ticket.

Is the Centre fully accessible for disabled people/pushchairs?

The centre is almost entirely accessible by wheelchair and pushchair. We do have quite a steep slope at our entrance/exit. However, an alternative gate on the flat ground can be opened on request.

Do we allow dogs?

We are sorry, but NO dogs or other pets are allowed in the Falconry Centre. The rest of Batsford though is very dog friendly. Please contact us before booking by email about access for disability assistance dogs.

What time are the displays?

11:30, 1:30 & 3:00. Each display will be different and they each last about one hour. You are welcome to stay and see as many as you wish.

What time do you close?

We close shortly after 4pm. The latest entry is at 3pm, the beginning of the final display.

What happens if it rains?

We are an outdoor attraction. If the weather - wind/rain/snow - prevents the displays taking place we have a postponement policy.

Can I bring a picnic into the falconry?

No, there are some areas near the car park available. Please do not bring in outside food, only (non-alcoholic) drinks to be carried in.

Do you have a café?

We only sell a few snacks (ice cream, chocolate bar, cold drinks etc..) here at the centre, but there is the popular Garden Terrace Café onsite less than 200m away next to the Garden Centre & Arboretum entrance.

Don't worry please contact the centre by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 01386 701043 and we will do our best to help.