Description
Global Birdfair is a fantastic event for all generations to enjoy.
Everyone is welcome – from the professional nature photographer and author to the youngest potential nature lover.
The Discovery Zone hosts activities for the youngest visitors on Saturday and Sunday. It also offers a gathering place for visitors attending Global Birdfair for the first time.
Events, lectures and workshops are scheduled throughout the event. Wander around 300 exhibitors in seven large exhibitor marquees. Admire creativity in the dedicated Puffin art marquee and watch artists create the Global Birdfair mural during the 3 days. Join scheduled nature walks and try out the latest optical and camera gear in Falcon and Hobby marquees before you buy: there’s great advice from manufacturers for all levels of interest and budget.
Among the exhibitors, learn more from conservation organisations promoting the amazing work they do. Discover more about nature rich destinations to visit around the world and places close to home. Browse the book stalls and meet your favourite nature writers at the book signing stand or listen to their talks in Turnstone authors area. For anyone looking for a nature related career path in field work, science, guiding or tour operating, technology or writing, find your way to the Young Conservationists Hub to learn more, make friends and create opportunities. When you’re ready to relax, choose your favourite catering outlet, grab a drink from the bar and listen to one of the fascinating podcast interviews at the dedicated podcasting station.
One of the most popular activities is the Global Birdfair Bird Ringing demonstration. Get up close to familiar bird species and learn more about them from our qualified volunteer team.
This year’s conservation project, Safeguarding Ocean Species, conveys a message to us all about the plight of our oceans and the life which calls it home. Global Birdfair raises funds for BirdLife International, making a real difference to conservation worldwide.
Gates open at 9am each day. Friday and Saturday events run through to the evening, included in your ticket price. Family tickets are available on Sunday; under 18s have free entry with ticket holding adults on all 3 days.
We offer a free shuttle bus from Oakham Station and free parking on site. Mobility scooters are available to hire. Campers, caravans and motorhomes can book to stay on site.
More information and tickets on our website www.globalbirdfair.org
Opening Times
Your ticket price includes entry to events on Friday and Saturday evenings. During this time the catering facilities will remain open for guests to enjoy refreshments during the evening.
Direction
Yellow AA Roadsigns will be erected prior to the event.
Please follow directions and be patient if the route to the event is busy.
Our parking assistants will be trying to get everyone on and off site as quickly and safely as possible.
Oakham Railway Station is around 4 miles from the event site.
We run shuttle buses between Oakham Railway Station and Global Birdfair starting at around 8:30am on Friday 11 July throughout the public day time opening hours of the event. The final bus to Oakham on Friday and Saturday is around 6:30pm. Local Taxis are available to contact outside these times. See our venue information page for details
