Zoos & Wildlife · Cheshire
Wild Wings Birds of Prey
📍 WA3 6WP
Photo: Matt Harrop (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- See Owls, Hawks, Falcons and Eagles
- Meet a family of Ferrets and Raccoons
- Explore Large Aviaries and an Outdoor Flying Area
- Visit the on-site Gift Shop and Education Centre
- Refreshments available at Hope's Rest
Wild Wings Birds of Prey is a small zoo based in Risley, Warrington, in the North West of England, home to owls, hawks, falcons and eagles including Logan, Koda and Shannara, alongside a family of ferrets and raccoons. You can explore large aviaries, an outdoor flying area, an indoor training area and a weathering lawn for falcons and hawks, plus visit the education centre and gift shop, and stop for refreshments at Hope's Rest. It suits families and animal lovers wanting a hands-on wildlife day out. The centre operates under a full Zoo Licence and Animal Activities Licence. It's open Friday to Sunday, 10am–4pm, with last entry at 3pm. Located in Cheshire, near Birchwood station 2.2 miles away, it makes a good day trip if you're staying in the area, with 16 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Open
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm, last entry 3pm
- Booking
- Check social media for updates or closures before travelling
- Accessibility
- Holds a full Zoo Licence including an Animal Activities Licence
From the attraction's own website on 25 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Cafe
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Picnic Area
- ✓ Indoor Areas
- ✓ Parking
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🚆 Or come by train
- Birchwood 2.2 miles
- Glazebrook 2.7 miles
- Padgate 3 miles
Straight-line distances · live departures on each station page