Christmas Gift Guide
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It's the season of good will, and you would probably agree that nothing comes above creating meaningful, lasting memories with our family and friends.
So, why not surprise your loved ones with something they can do? Something they can experience? Something they can be a part of?
Our range of hands-on flying experiences, adoption packages and annual passes will help you do just that.
Scroll down to browse all of our available gift options - or click one of the categories below to jump straight to a particular section.
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Gift Categories
Christmas Voucher Extensions
All dated items below will have their period of validity automatically extended until 25th December 2025, giving your recipient a full year to redeem their gift. Extension will be automatically applied to all eligible orders made between 1st November and 24th December 2024. Online only.
Experience Vouchers
Our Experience Vouchers are a ticket to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity where owls and other birds of prey are just within arms' reach - literally!
With six exciting sessions available for all ages and interests, our experiences are sure to leave a lasting memory your lucky recipient will remember for years to come.
All experience gift vouchers are valid for 12 months, giving them plenty of time to redeem their gift.
Our vouchers are available to purchase in two formats, either as an eVoucher or a physical gift card.
NO POSTAGE NECESSARY!
Experience eVouchers
Our digital eVouchers are sent directly to your e-mail inbox*, making them an ideal way to beat the last posting dates! Simply print at home or forward directly to the recipient - no postage necessary!
*E-mail is not instant - we aim to process all eVouchers within 24 hours but this may take up to 72 hours in some situations. However, all eVoucher orders placed on or before 3pm on December 22nd 2024 will be processed in time for Christmas.
Experience Gift Cards
Upgrade to a Gift Card for just £2.00 extra. Perfect for special occasions, this physical voucher is enclosed within a presentation gift card and includes a blank space for leaving a heartfelt message for your chosen recipient.
Gift cards may require up to 5 - 7 working days to be processed, even where choosing to collect in store. We CANNOT guarantee that any Gift Cards purchased on or after 3pm on December 20th 2024 will be processed in time for Christmas. If ordering after this date, please purchase an eVoucher instead.
See below for our available experience sessions...
Adoption Packages
Ready to make a new friend? Adopting one of our animals for a loved one could spark a new interest and create a unique talking point, as they’ll be able to bring their friends and family along to meet their new acquaintance.
With over 60 owls and birds of prey available to choose from, you're sure to find that one special animal that makes a connection with your intended recipient, whether it's for their species, personality...or simply their name!
All adoption packages are valid for one year from the date of purchase.
See below for our range of adoption package options and contents.
Package Options
Standard
£30.00
Our standard adoption package allows anyone to adopt any owl or bird of prey in our collection for one year. This package includes:
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Welcome letter
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Certificate of adoption
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Species factsheet
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A5 photograph
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4x Adoption Passes (free admission for named adoptee)
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Adoptee's name displayed on the enclosure for one year
Junior (U13)
£30.00
Our junior adoption package features a fun design specially produced for children aged 12 and under. This package includes:
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Welcome letter
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Junior certificate of adoption
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Species factsheet
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A5 photograph
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4x Junior Adoption Passes (free admission for named child)
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Adoptee's name displayed on the enclosure for one year
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BOWC Stationery Pack
Premium
£50.00
Our premium adoption package is an exclusive collection for our most dedicated supporters. This package includes:
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Welcome letter
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Premium certificate of adoption
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Species factsheet
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Luxury mounted 12" x 8" print
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Premium Annual Pass (one year's free admission for named adoptee)
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Adoptee's name displayed on an exclusive plaque for one year
Adoption packages may require up to 5 - 7 working days to be processed, even where choosing to collect in store. We CANNOT guarantee that any Adoption Packages purchased on or after December 20th 2024 will be processed in time for Christmas.
Annual Passes
Give the gift of year-long savings by purchasing an Annual Pass! Whether or not your loved one is already a BOWC regular, our range of pass options are sure to provide great value as they pay for themselves from just the fourth visit!
All of our Annual Pass options are valid for one year, making them a great way to keep up to date with new arrivals and exciting events.
See below for our selection of Annual Pass options.
Looking for an extra little something to go with your purchase?
Here's a selection of some of our favourite gift ideas and stocking fillers from our gift shop.
Stocking Fillers
Don't forget...
We will endeavour to process and dispatch all orders received before 3pm on Friday 20th December before the Royal Mail last posting times. eVouchers will also continue to be processed until 3pm on Sunday the 22nd of December 2024.
We cannot guarantee that any items purchased after these times will be processed in time for Christmas.