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Educational Visits at The Raptor FoundationEducational Visits at The Raptor Foundation

The Raptor Foundation  The Raptor Foundation

Come and stroll around the 300 birds and 41 different species at the Foundation. Birds are kept in spacious surroundings with three daily flying displays - that cover topics of habitat, conservation and the birds part in the environment. Talks are tailored to ages of the children, guided tours, pellet disection and observational drawing are all on offer. The centre provides a wealth of rare and unusual experiences to offer children a day
they will never forget.

OPENING TIMES: All year, daily. Summer 1000-1700, Winter 1000-1600.
SUGGESTED LENGTH OF VISIT: 4 hours.

EDUCATIONAL VISIT FACILITIES:
Free preliminary visit for teacher, teacher and pupil resource packs, qualified schools guide/specialised education officer on hand, classroom/study area, welcome talk and demonstrations avaliable, guided tours, indoor eating area available, outdoor eating area available.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Postbox Public toilets Wheelchairs available Welcome Host

Prices


EDUCATIONAL RATES:
Please contact for details.

The Raptor Foundation
The Raptor Foundation
 
 

Contact

Liz Blows
Tel: 01487 741140
View the Educational Visits websitewww.raptorfoundation.org.uk
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Venue

The Raptor Foundation

The Heath, St Ives Road, Woodhurst, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 3BT

View the The Raptor Foundation websitewww.raptorfoundation.org.uk

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Map reference: TL 336758  Lat: 52.36425  Long: -0.03805


By Road:
Via B1040 from A14 Cambridge follow brown and white signs.

By Public Transport:
From Huntingdon station it is 11 miles to The Raptor Foundation. 20 minute taxi journey.

Parking : free

Nearest station : 4 miles (6.4 kms) from St Ives station

VistEngland VAQASSelf-assessed Accessibility Information

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Ramp to entrance
  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Sugar free (diabetic)
  • Gluten free (coeliacs)
  • Lactose free (dairy free)
  • Low potassium
  • Low sodium
  • Nut free
  • Additive free
  • Organic
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children