Festival Park Owl Sanctuary, Ebbw Vale

What a fantastic place this is. We thought there would only be a handful of birds but there is currently well over 40-50 birds. Phoenix the Steppe Eagle was a personal favourite, a very active bird. We was able to stroke some of the new younger owls 🦉 and the lady we spoke to was very informative and I have found the staff to be wonderful, considering reading other people's reviews. It is free but it is worth any form of donation you can give. If it was a £5 or £10 entry fee I would not complain.

Great opportunity to see these beautiful creatures up close and learn more about them from knowledgeable volunteers! Met a stunning barn owl named Summer out of her cage and was in awe of the plumage and inquisitive personality she had. There are so many varieties of owls (barn, euro eagle, snowy, tawny, screech, great grey) and other birds of prey like red tail hawks and buzzards to see. We came at feeding time and interesting to see how they eat their food whole and display as natural as possible behaviors they would in the wild. Also, great to hear all of the different sounds each one made up close. Sadly, we heard how one falcon was left in a box outside their facility and great to see how they took it under their wing 🦅 and have a chance to thrive. Very peaceful surroundings and friendly staff top off this must visit organization. When we visited on Friday they were open until 2pm. Unfortunately Festival Park is closed for an indeterminate time where visitors had more ample parking and use toilets so people should be aware that this limits certain services and plan accordingly and above all, be mindful that the owl sanctuary is doing the best they can given the circumstances on top of offering free entry and run by volunteers! Consider making a generous donation like we did and help this worthy cause and improve the lives and facilities of this gem 🦉❤️

Visited today and what an amazing job these volunteers do. The owl sanctuary is a must visit for families and adults alike. The sanctuary rescues and cares for a multitude of Owls and Birds of Prey with a truly committed group of staff. If you are in the area, drop in and see for yourself, entry is free and donations are welcome and go to the running, upkeep and feeding of the rescued birds. Happy to visit and support 5 Stars

This is free and relies on donations with friendly volunteers who clearly showed their love of the owls (and tortoise and bearded dragon!) and happily shared their knowledge . My 88 year old mother, in a wheelchair (wheelchair accessible), had a most enjoyable hour stroking a a couple of owls, holding a tortoise and a bearded dragon. A little out the way, but worth the visit. Sadly no toilet facilities but we were guided to a convenient restaurant a mile or so away. A pleasant outing.

Free of entry owl sanctuary with many beautiful birds to see. The staff are lovely and enthusiastic. If you are nearby, I would recommend to pay them a visit.