Hawk Conservancy Trust
Andover, HampshireAbout Hawk Conservancy Trust
The Hawk Conservancy Trust is a full day out for the whole family where you can get close to some of the world’s most incredible birds of prey! Come see our brilliant birds at some of the most spectacular flying displays in the UK, changing with the seasons so you’ll experience something new every time you visit. Watch in wonder as our birds soar across the skies and through the trees, giving you and the family a chance to see owls, vultures, and eagles and more up close.
BRAND NEW for summer 2025 – A brand new flying display has landed at the Hawk Conservancy Trust! Witness Woodland Wonders and feel even more connected to nature as owls, and more, fly close. Plus, the woodland itself will spring to life around you with new developments and special effects that truly immerse you in this special space.
In between the three daily flying displays, there are plenty of activities to keep you and the children entertained all day long, including tractor rides (weekends and school holidays only), a nest-building activity, talks, and more! Get the children outside and immersed in nature as they explore our 22 acres of woodland and wildflower meadow on our two nature trails: Vulture Voyagers and a Tree Trail.
As a conservation charity with a mission to conserve birds of prey, your visit goes towards our vital conservation work that takes place both here in the UK and overseas. Consistently ranked as TOP on things to do in Hampshire on Trip Advisor’s traveller’s ranking and with over 3100 five-star reviews, you can be confident of a fabulous day out.
Bring the family to the Hawk Conservancy Trust for a day in the country; to have fun, feel uplifted and to be amazed. Please check the website www.hawk-conservancy.org for full details on opening times and daily timetables.
The Trust is fully accessible, with Feathers Restaurant and the Trust Shop.
Come back over and over again with a Membership!
If you can’t get enough of the Hawk Conservancy Trust’s beautiful birds of prey, visit over and over again with an Annual Membership! For the smae cost as just three visits, enjoy a changing timetable throughout the year making each visit just as special. Plus, along with exclusive membership benefits, you’ll be supporting their conservation work with birds of prey in the UK and overseas.
Days out for a whole year sorted!
Come back for more!
If you have enjoyed a day visit with us then you may be interested to know that it doesn’t have to end there. We offer a fantastic range of experiences, courses and workshops that give you the chance to get closer to and learn more about our birds. We also hold a variety of special evening events where you can witness sunset flights over our African Savannah, moonlight evenings with our owls, and themed Christmas and Halloween events the kids will love!
Why should I visit?
- 'Hampshire's hidden gem': discover for yourself why we've recieved over 3100 5 star reviews on TripAdvisor!
- Experience the thrill of seeing an eagle soar majestically in the open sky or an owl skimming silently over the top of your head in the daily world-class flying displays.
- Children can blow off steam with plenty of actvities, trails and fun packed into our daily timetable - included in the price of your admission! From our bird of prey themed playpark to tractor rides on weekends and the school holidays and a special nest-building activity, be entertained and inspired all day long.
- Our research shows spending time surrounded by nautre and our birds of prey can have a positive effect on your wellbeing. Have fun and be inspired about nature whilst surrounded by the beautiful Hampshire countryside.
- As a conservation charity, your visit supports our work conserving birds of prey in the UK and overseas.
- Make your visit even more special with a Meet the Burrowing Owls VIP Experience! We’ll invite you into the ‘burrow’ where our team of owls will fly, hover, walk and run around you - maybe even using you as a perch! Cost in addition to admission.
Transport and Parking for Visitors
Arriving by car? Hawk Conservancy Trust is situated just off the A303 and is 20 minutes from Stonehenge. Follow the brown tourist signs to the centre. There is ample free parking and designated disabled parking close to the entrance of the park. If you are arriving by public transport, then you'll want to know that the nearest train stations are Grately Village and Andover Tow. The nearest major bus station is in Andover.
The UK's most spectacular bird of prey flying displays
Witness some of the most exciting bird of prey flying demonstrations in the world! During the summer, we have three world-class, spectacular flying demonstrations daily, where up to 20 of our impressive birds fly in our serene surroundings, all included in your entrance price.
Each display takes place in a different arena with a different team of birds. You can expect to get very close to our birds as they swoop over your head whilst our passionate and knowledgeable team will provide a light-hearted and informative commentary. A visit to the Hawk Conservancy Trust is an inspiring and uplifting day out for all ages.
BRAND NEW Owl Flying Display!
BRAND NEW for summer 2025 – A new flying display lands at the Hawk Conservancy Trust Saturday 5 April! Witness Woodland Wonders and feel even more connected to nature as owls, and more, fly close. Plus, the woodland itself will spring to life around you with new developments and special effects that truly immerse you in this special space.
A FULL DAY OUT for fantastic value!
A visit to the Hawk Conservancy Trust is incredible value for money!
Each day we run a full timetable of activities to suit the young and old alike. The timetable changes through the year so there is always a reason to come back to see something different.
Enjoy three world-class flying displays each day, children's activities, nature trails, talks with our Bird Team and more, ALL included in the price of your admission ticket!! With over 3000 five star reviews on TripAdvisor and a jam-packed daily timetable, the Trust is a guaranteed day of family fun and fascination.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire
Opening Times
- Monday, 09:00 - 17:30
- Tuesday, 09:00 - 17:30
- Wednesday, 09:00 - 17:30
- Thursday, 09:00 - 17:30
- Friday, 09:00 - 17:30
- Saturday, 09:00 - 17:30
- Sunday, 09:00 - 17:30
Thursday, December 25 2025: Closed
Friday, December 26 2025: Closed
Closure periods:
The Trust is open every day in 2025 except:
Monday 17 November – Friday 12 December
Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 December
Tuesday 6 January – Friday 13 February 2026
We may need to close for the safety of our birds, staff and visitors if the weather is deemed too dangerous to open. There may be occasions where we still open, but modify our timetable based on the weather forecast.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-15) : £16.50
- Adult (16-18+) : £21.95
- Babies and Toddlers (0-3) : Free
Student/Senior (60+) - £20.50
Prices above include a 10% voluntary donation. The Hawk Conservancy Trust is a registered charity with the conservation of birds of prey at the heart of everything we do. We simply couldn’t do our work without your support, whether it’s a day visit or an evening admission, your visit or purchase helps us to conserve birds of prey. If you include a 10% donation we can claim tax back under the government’s Gift Aid scheme. This means we get an extra 25p for every £1 you spend at no extra cost to you!
Prices excluding 10% donation: Adult – £19.95, Child (4 to 15) – £15.00, Student/Senior – 18.64
Pre-booking your visit is advised (for members and non-members) if you would like to guarantee your visit for a chosen date.
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 4 - 5 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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Contact Details
The Hawk Conservancy Trust Ltd
Sarson Lane
Weyhill
Andover
Hampshire
SP11 8DY
England
Arriving by car We are situated four miles west of Andover, Hampshire, just off the A303 and 20 minutes from Stonehenge. From the A303, follow the brown tourist signs. We offer ample free parking and have designated disabled parking close to the entrance of the park. Arriving by public transport The nearest train stations are Grateley Village (4.5 miles) or Andover Town (4.2 miles). The nearest major bus station is in Andover (4.7 miles). What 3 words You can find us using what3words by entering the following words: Turn off of Sarson Lane at: ///campfires.enter.flipping Trust Shop entrance at: ///owls.lobster.gratuity
Tel: 01264773850
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