Opening Times

10.00am - Dusk

What makes this a great venue for School group Fun or Educational Visits?

It’s a fantastic way to learn about birds of prey, to see a variety of birds up close and to be the focal point for various Conservation or Wildlife projects.

What are the Curriculum Topics or Benefit to the students from a visit?

Predominantly, a visit to the Sanctuary offers great scope for Science activites, but as you will see from our FREE online Teacher Pack there are opportunities to include every Curriculum Subject in a bird of prey project.

What are the activities?

The Suffolk Owl Sanctuary offers a range of activity days out for school groups, which can be tailored to meet with the individual requirements of each group.

What is the age range of the activities?

Activities vary dependent on the age group.

Sample programme of the activities:

A visit will generally include a guided tour of the Sanctuary, a craft activity and a flying display (flying displays April to September only).

What materials to you provide or suggest groups bring to support the visit?

All materials for craft activities are provided and each child receives an S.O.S Safari Activity book.

What are the minimum and maximum group sizes and the free Teacher Ratio?

We can accommodate groups of up to around 50 children for a visit with no minimum limit. One adult to four children is required.

Do you have or how do you arrange risk assessment?

We have a risk assessment available on request.

Do you offer Teacher familiarisation days?

Teachers are welcome to come and visit the site before any school visit.

What facilities are there for school groups for food and drink, shop etc?

There is a café within the Stonham Barns complex and soft drinks and ice-creams can be bought at the Sanctuary.

Is specific clothing required?

We recommend that suncream is used and hats are worn in very sunny weather and sensible, low heeled shoes and coats worn if the weather is very inclement.

Do you have first aid on site?

First Aid is available on site.

Are there any restrictions on photos, copyright etc?

Visitors are more than welcome to take photo's at the Sanctuary.