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Owl Sanctuary Closes Doors After 40 Years
25 Aug
Summary
- Sanctuary closes to the public on August 31, 2026.
- Complaints to Trading Standards led to the difficult decision.
- An 87-year-old man, Malcolm, is heartbroken by the closure.
A cherished wild bird sanctuary, operated by a dedicated couple, will cease public access on August 31, 2026. This facility has spent four decades rehabilitating injured, abandoned, and neglected owls, hawks, and falcons with the aim of returning them to the wild.
Despite housing around 60 birds, with some unable to be released, the sanctuary has faced increasing difficulties in meeting zoo license expectations. Complaints made by the public to Trading Standards have unfortunately contributed to this decision, leaving the sanctuary heartbroken.
Malcolm, an 87-year-old man who has devoted the last 40 years to this cause, is particularly devastated. The sanctuary plans to remain operational, focusing on bird welfare and will be permitted to open for six days a year. Fundraising efforts, including bird sponsorships and monthly donations, will be crucial for their continued work.
