Ireland’s School of Falconry

The oldest Falconry School in Ireland 🦅

Ireland’s School of Falconry gives you the chance to fly a hawk around the spectacular grounds of Ashford Castle. Catering for all ages and abilities, we specialise in teaching falconry sessions using our beautiful Harris hawks. Our aim is to share the pleasure and excitement of falconry, a fascination that has enthralled people for 4,000 years. An experience of a lifetime, bring your camera!

Ireland’s School of Falconry, established in 1999, is the oldest falconry school in the country and offers a truly unforgettable experience through its one-hour Private Hawk Walks. Located on the spectacular grounds of Ashford Castle in County Mayo, the school invites visitors to engage in a fully immersive and hands-on adventure with its magnificent Harris hawks.

What to expect

From the moment you arrive, you’ll find yourself with a hawk perched on your glove, ready to begin an awe-inspiring walk through Ashford’s manicured gardens and ancient woodlands. As your hawk soars and returns, you’ll experience a remarkable connection with nature. These sociable and intelligent birds are known for their easy-going temperament, making them ideal for first-time falconers and seasoned enthusiasts alike.

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Hawk Walks

The school houses the largest and most diverse collection of Harris hawks in the world, all of which are trained in-house. Each hawk is flown daily and remains with the school for life—never sold, always cherished. The welfare of the birds is a top priority, and the school’s high standards and dedication have drawn praise from annual zoological inspections.

Hawk Walks run daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with no preference in timing from the hawks’ point of view. Children must be at least seven years old to participate, and younger ones (ages 7–11) typically share a hawk. While hawks fly well in light showers, prolonged heavy rain may cause cancellations, so it’s advised to call ahead in poor weather.

Contact

📞 (0)94 954 6820
📧 [email protected]
📍 EirCode: F31 YF90