On Tuesday karen and I visited the Hawk Conservancy Trust at Weyhill Andover.This is a really wonderful day out. It only costs £10 for the day and it is real value for money. The day starts in the Hides overlooking the meadow which was covered in cowslips. A little food is put out to attract the wild herons, Redkites and Kestrels. You then have a chance to listen to a talk about the Vultures before seeing the first of three flying demonstrations. After a quick lunch it is time for the second and most spectacular demonstration. Vultures fly inches over your head. American Black Kites put on a wonderul areial ballet display and the final event is watching two American Bald headed Eagles appear in the distance as little specks in the sky, gradually coming closer until they finally land. Often the birds are joined by the native, curious red Kites and Buzzards It is not long before the woodland demonstration begins and here you get to see the Owls flying. If you are not shattered you can go back to the Hides and watch the final feed of the herons in the meadow.
If you are impressed and want to go more often it is only £40 for a years membership. We joined and will be making many more visits!
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