Located at Stonham Barns near Ipswich we are open to be seen by the public all year round. Established in 2001, the Suffolk Owl Sanctuary is located within Stonham Barns Park near Ipswich. This is the perfect place to come and see, study or simply enjoy the company of the owls and other inhabitants. As a registered charity, we are dedicated to the care, rehabilitation, and conservation of owls and other birds of prey. The sanctuary is home to over 70 owls and raptors from around the world. This offers visitors a unique opportunity to observe these magnificent creatures up close. You can adopt an owl in Ipswich yourself. Additionally, you can offer your help to our owls in other ways, click here to see more information.

The sanctuary provides interactive learning experiences for all ages, including school visits, talks, and workshops. It offers insights into owl conservation, nocturnal wildlife, and bird rehabilitation, making it an ideal destination for families and students. We have experts that have known our animals for a long time now. They will be happy to answer any questions you might have about them.

Adopt An Owl And Meet Some Of Our Meerkats

There are other birds of prey here as well and we do daily flying displays. Everyone’s favourite animal at the moment are our meerkats so your children will be happy to know that we have a lovely family of meerkats here at our Owl Sanctuary. We do many encounter sessions with the Meercats, taking an up-close and personal walk with them at our ‘Meet The Meercats’ session. On these sessions you will spend time inside their enclosed space and discover many facts about these fascinating creatures.

A key feature of the sanctuary is its fully equipped raptor hospital. This provides medical care and treatment to injured wild owls and other birds of prey from around Ipswich. Many of these birds are rehabilitated and, once recovered, are released back into their natural habitats. Conservation efforts extend beyond the sanctuary’s immediate environment. The Wild Owl Nest Box Scheme focuses on identifying suitable locations for nest boxes, constructing them from environmentally friendly materials, and monitoring nesting activities. We aim to support wild owl populations by providing safe nesting habitats, thereby contributing to the preservation of these species in their natural settings.

Birds Of Prey Ipswich

At Suffolk Owl Sanctuary there are play areas, a mini maze, chipmunks and a gift shop where you can purchase some really unique souvenirs. You can also go on a lovely walk though the woodlands of the premises. Visitors to the sanctuary can enjoy daily talks and flying displays, providing insights into the behaviors and characteristics of various bird species. For younger visitors, the S.O.S. Safari trail presents an interactive adventure with prizes upon completion. Admission tickets are flexible, allowing visitors to explore the other attractions within Stonham Barns Park and return to the sanctuary throughout the day.

So why not come down to Stonham Barns Owl Sanctuary near Ipswich and see what all the fuss is about! For more information about us and what we do, visit our website. Alternatively give us a call and a member of our team will be happy to assist you further. Don’t forget to like and follow our social media pages for regular updates, news and imagery of our beautiful owls. If you’re unsure of where we are, you can find our exact location on our map below.