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The Barn Owl Centre's mission is the advancement of conservation of the Barn Owl & other species of Owl through environmental projects, research, studies & other such activities that will help to enhance public education on the ecology & preservation of Owls.
To advance public education in Owl & Raptor welfare & husbandry.
Cruelty of Bird Sanctuary Owner Caught Kicking and Punching His Owls
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Cruelty of bird sanctuary owner caught kicking and punching his owls
William MacKenzie's neighbours filmed him as he mistreated the birds in the back garden of his home in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. MacKenzie, 68, appeared to run a respected sanctuary and even appeared on the BBC to discuss his devotion to the birds
As the owner, MacKenzie displayed his snowy owls and hawks at country shows and appeared on the BBC to discuss his devotion to his birds. But when out of public view -- or at least when he thought he was -- the 68-year-old used a brutal method to rule his roost.
After being filmed by neighbours kicking and punching birds he kept in his garden, MacKenzie was banned from keeping animals for life. And despite claiming that his birds were 'like my children', he was told by a magistrate that he had caused them fear and distress.
MacKenzie kept 26 birds including a snowy owl, African spotted eagle owl and a Harris hawk, at his home in Shrewsbury. Over a two-year period, horrified neighbors filmed him abusing and tormenting the birds which he kept on perches and in cramped cages in his back garden. He was once seen slapping a barn owl in the face before kicking it into a corner of the garden. He was also filmed hitting and kicking an eagle owl and holding a barn owl by its wing before hurling it to the ground.
In another clip, MacKenzie can be seen using his lawnmower to scare the birds by revving it close to a stack of cages. Two distressed barn owls desperately flap their wings as the blades of the mower come within inches of their perches.
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At Shrewsbury magistrates' court on Wednesday, MacKenzie was convicted of nine animal welfare charges and sentenced to 16 weeks in jail, suspended for two years.
He was also found guilty of five offenses of causing fear and distress to the birds while using the lawnmower and was banned from keeping any animals for life, ordered to wear an electronic tag for six months and charged £500 in costs.
This abuse occurred over a period of time and involved several birds. MacKenzie denied mistreating the birds and told magistrates: These owls were like my family. They were like my children. I would never punch or kick these birds, I would rather punch or kick a human being to any animal.
But Neil Forbes, a veterinary surgeon and expert in avian medicine, said he had never seen a falconer behave in this manner to birds of prey. He told the court: 'In my opinion they are not just suffering physically but also suffering distress and anxiety.'
After the verdict, RSPCA inspector Dave McCartney said of MacKenzie: 'His behavior is exaggerated by the fact that he was running a rescue center supposedly caring for sick and injured birds.
For some birds there was no escape. They were tethered when they were hit. The RSPCA has seized the birds which include 19 owls, five hawks, one peregrine falcon and one American kestrel. MacKenzie cared for (and probably abused) birds for 30 years and ran a rescue charity called Mac's Owls. He said it was his hobby to rescue birds which had been abandoned or involved in road accidents. In 2009, he spoke to the BBC about caring for the birds of prey. He said: 'I'm the sort of person, unfortunately, who can't say no. That's why I've got so many.'
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The BARN OWL CENTRE cared for the 26 birds and had the incredible task of re-building the trust those birds had lost in people. They report the birds are doing brilliantly and enjoying life again. The center would love to show people in person how much their lives have changed and can call: 01452 3839999. The centre's location is Barn Owl Centre, Netheridge Farm. Netheridge Close. Hempsted. Gloucester. GL2 5LE Youtube channel:
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Barn Owl Experience March 2016
Our Barn Owl Experience at the Barn Owl Centre in Gloucester. We flew Casper and Luna. March 2016.
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Close up of feeding badgers
This badger is the boldest animal from the group I have been regularly feeding at the Barn Owl Centre in Gloucester. See my blog at naturewatchingdiary.blogspot.com.
Eagle Owl Flight
This is Kaln, an Eagle Owl at the Barn Owl Centre nr Gloucester, UK. He
has a five foot wingspan and looks fantastic as he flies around the
natural terrain.
FALCONRY: Birds of prey in England
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The International Centre for Birds of Prey - the ICBP
You will be amazed by the extraordinary flying displays at the No. 1 place in the world for birds of prey - the International Centre for Birds of Prey in Newent, Gloucestershire, UK. Eagles, vultures, owls, falcons, kites, every bird of prey is here and can be seen flying beautifully. Under the inspired direction of the renowned falconer Jemima Parry Jones MBE the centre also breeds rare birds which are then put back into the wild. Easy car parking, good cafe and restaurant - a brilliant day out for all ages. Falconry courses and days are available on request.
Eagle Owl
An Eagle Owl at the National Bird of Prey Centre in Newent, Gloucestershire UK.
Go Wild
On the 29/6/14 Robinswood Hill Country Park held a big community celebration of the hill.
There was a variety of activities on offer, including
climbing wall
circus skills acts
chainsaw sculpture carving
Friends of Robinswood Hill guided walks and information
Land Rover trips to the top of the hill
Bushcraft sessions with Black Bear Bushcraft
Life in the Rainforest animal displays
Kite Flyers
Wildlife crafts and activities
Think Travel information and games
Dr Bike - Smoothie bike and bring your bikes for free bike maintenance (please note that bike riding is not permitted around Robinswood Hill but bike racks are available in the car park to lock up your bike)
Play Gloucestershire
Archery
Barn Owl Centre
Fairshares
British Military Fitness free taster sessions
Live music throughout the day from; Dark Island and That Shallot
It was a great day with many coming from all over the county to enjoy the fantastic activities on offer.
Filmed and edited by James Stevens
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Beighton Gala 2019 - Scenes from the Parade
A selection of scenes filmed along the route of the motorised float parade that signaled the start of the 2019 Beighton (near Sheffield) Gala. I think there is some marvelous music from the various participants of the parade throughout the video and the floats are beautifully decorated. I hope you agree. (Unfortunately I missed the start of the parade as it started 15 minutes earlier than I had expected it to.)
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owl boxes
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Help us make Gloucestershire a safe haven for nesting barn owls
Last year was bleak for Gloucestershire's barn owl population. By supporting our vital appeal today, you could help make next year a better one for this iconic bird.
I'm sure you know and love the barn owl. That heart-shaped face, buff feathers and white underside have inspired everyone from naturalists to poets for centuries. It regularly comes in the top ten of people's most popular wild animal, and in fact it's even in our logo.
The numbers of barn owls breeding in our county fell dramatically last year. A lack of nest sites and good feeding habitat have led to a long-term decline in numbers. Join our appeal and make a gift of £35 to help create new nesting places for these iconic birds.
We need your support to help the barn owl to establish a viable and sustainable population in our county.
With thanks to Grundon Waste Management who helped kick-start the appeal with a generous £5,000 donation!
VIP Eagle Flying Experience (24/11/2018) | TheWorldOfCaz
This was my 2nd ever eagle flying experience with Thirsk Birds Of Prey Centre (Falconry UK), and I loved every second of it!
I decided to use my brand new action camera, (Victure 4K Wi-Fi) to film throughout the day, and I’m happy to say that I’m very impressed with the video quality.