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Kirkleatham Owl Centre

From Tuesday 14th February until Sunday 19th February: - 

2.30pm Meerkat and Mongoose Feeding and Talk

3.00pm Animal Encounter Session

Every day you will have chance to meet some of the new stars of our display team, from Rats and Ferrets, to Hedgehogs and of course Owls. Every day in our education building there will be crafts and colouring opportunities. Ample free car parking along with cafe and free museum on site. A great day for all the family.

Kirkleatham Owl Centre is home to one of the U.K.'s largest collection of owls. Located in the historic and tranquil village of Kirkleatham in the grounds of Kirkleatham Old Hall (Grade 2 ⃰ Listed Building).  

St. Cuthberts Church Kirkleatham Village 1763             Kirkleatham Old Hall Museum 1709                   Sir William Turners Almshouses 1676

The Centre is home to a remarkable collection of owls, hawks, vultures, meerkats and mongooses, a very famous  Caracara called "Stanley"; a mysterious talking Raven called "Merlin" and Kookaburras that find it almost impossible to keep quiet.

To watch "Priscilla" our King Vulture meeting local press click here

Throughout the summer  season flying displays, meet the baby owls and photo opportunities are held every day, and other on site activities. Some activities may require advance booking,  please telephone for further information. We are open all the summer holidays every day from Tuesday to Sunday and all public holidays with the exception of Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day. 

Opening Hours & Admission Prices

Kirkleatham Owl Centre opened to the public in 1990 and throughout the years has raised awareness to the difficulties facing birds of prey worldwide. Through education, conservation and of course leisure, we will continue to contribute to an improved awareness for all birds of prey throughout the world. 

You can help our efforts by visiting us at Kirkleatham or by adopting one of our owls.

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