# National Centre for Birds of Prey, Helmsley — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Experience magnificent raptors up close at this specialist wildlife attraction set within Duncombe Park's stunning grounds, featuring daily flying displays and fully accessible facilities for families. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/helmsley/attractions/national-centre-for-birds-of-prey (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Zoo # National Centre for Birds of Prey Duncombe Park [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15097769188473623593&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [National Centre for Birds of Prey (NCBP)](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111616309788255963626) **In short:** National Centre for Birds of Prey is a zoo in Helmsley, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,518 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About National Centre for Birds of Prey Experience magnificent raptors up close at this specialist wildlife attraction set within Duncombe Park's stunning grounds, featuring daily flying displays and fully accessible facilities for families. ## What's nearby - Duncombe Park 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Gift Shop Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly Card Payments Accepted ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Stephen Lynch](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116381496720217844837/reviews) ★★★★★ A great place to visit. Very children friendly. Amazing collection of magnificent birds. Most are caged but the staff and signage explain why this is required. Various birds are flown free twice a day. The staff are friendly, entertaining, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. · via Google [Melissa Thompson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117371493697028094244/reviews) ★★★★★ Great experience with multiple flying demonstrations with different sets of birds. Would recommend bringing layers in case it gets chilly and recommend the cafe for a nice bite to eat while getting warmed up. · via Google [J A](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113326647817744256799/reviews) ★★★★★ We’ve visited 3 times over the last 3 years, and look forward to next year already. A venture worth supporting with great staff who have excellent knowledge of their craft and birds. Weather conditions, rightly so, dictate which birds fly, but we finally got to see Ocarina fly yesterday. 👍🏽 · via Google [Kate Turner](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110078272821664883145/reviews) ★★★★★ Brilliant place to visit. Many different species of birds of prey. Large aviaries . Free Flying displays 3 times daily. Knowledgeable handlers. Gift shop and tearooms. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487ecf9371dd428b:0xd1860d15e3ced429!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this bird of prey center features a wide variety of well-cared-for birds and offers excellent, informative flying displays. They also highlight the reasonable prices and the friendly, knowledgeable staff. Guests mention the cafe serves delicious food and cakes, and the site is designed with accessibility in mind. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Duncombe Park, York, YO62 5EB [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.2409313%2C-1.0761455) **Category** Zoos & Animal Parks **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (1,518 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 7+ **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Helmsley [More attractions in Helmsley](https://staycation.co.uk/helmsley/attractions) ★ 4.8 (1,518 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.ncbp.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01439772080](tel:01439772080) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Helmsley **Postcode** YO62 5EB **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6W6WRF+9G [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487ecf9371dd428b:0xd1860d15e3ced429!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487ecf9371dd428b:0xd1860d15e3ced429!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487ecf9371dd428b:0xd1860d15e3ced429!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Helmsley Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Allow four to five hours. ### Is National Centre for Birds of Prey indoors or outdoors? National Centre for Birds of Prey is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is National Centre for Birds of Prey suitable for? National Centre for Birds of Prey is best for ages 7+. ### Is National Centre for Birds of Prey wheelchair accessible? National Centre for Birds of Prey has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at National Centre for Birds of Prey? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact National Centre for Birds of Prey? 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