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Imperial Bird of Prey Academy<br />
The Imperial Bird of Prey Academy, based here at Barleylands Farm Park, was founded in 2011 by well-known<br />
and respected falconer, Nigel King.<br />
The Academy has rapidly grown into a fantastic visitor attraction, performing flying demonstrations daily<br />
throughout the peak periods, as well as boasting an accomplished off-site flying team. The team is often at<br />
schools, universities and other Shows educating children and adults alike in raptor conservation.<br />
With conditions being right we could see some amazing aerial prowess from the team’s falcons this weekend.<br />
These include ‘Grace’, the Academy’s amazing Kestrel – a bird often seen hovering alongside our motorways...<br />
and perhaps ‘Storm’ the Gyr falcon (The biggest falcon in the world!)<br />
The Academy’s Barn Owls ‘Magic’ and ‘Mystic’ will also be seen quartering the arena. For the romantics out there<br />
you may be interested to know that they are also ring bearers at wedding ceremonies!<br />
The Academy houses a number of different types of raptor including Gonzo the Hooded Vulture. Gonzo was<br />
taken on by Imperial after recovering from cancer; he even completed the ‘Race for Life’ that took place at<br />
Barleylands a few years ago!<br />
This weekend Imperial Bird of Prey Academy will be performing 2 flying demonstrations each day in the main<br />
ring and have a daily static display for all to enjoy! Why not pop over to the stand to say hello to both the birds<br />
and team!<br />
If you would like to find out more on Imperial Bird of Prey Academy and the range of experience days they have<br />
to offer visit -<br />
www.imperialbirdofpreyacademy.com<br />
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