Date/Time
Date(s) - 31/12/2016
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
The John Moore Museum
Categories
- Family Event
- Festive event
- History and Heritage
- Live animal event
- Living history
- School holidays activity
Falconry was an incredibly popular sport in Tudor times, Henry VIII was a keen falconer and Anne Boleyn chose the falcon as her symbol. The falcon signifies someone who is hot or eager in the pursuit of an object much desired and is often found on the coats of arms of Kings and nobles.
During the festive period you can learn how important birds of prey were to the Tudors, as a costumed falconer from J.R.C.S Falconry will be at the museum to tell you all about these amazing creatures and answer your questions.
Meet a Kestrel, a Buzzard, a Peregrine Falcon, a Barn Owl and an Eagle Owl.
Drop in 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)
Normal Admission Charge
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