The British Birdwatching Fair is an annual event taking place over 3 days in August. It is a fully accessible event for wheelchair users.
PRE-ARRIVAL
- The British Birdwatching Fair can be contacted by telephone on 01572 771079 or by email
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- Car parking is available at the event and disabled and coach spaces are available.
- Mobility scooter hire is available but must be pre-booked by contacting Fair Mobility on 01949 845189 or emailing
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- A courtesy bus operates from Oakham train station to the event.
- Distance to nearest town is approximately 2 miles.
- Camping is available adjacent to the site. Plots can be booked through the Birdfair office on 01572 771079.
ARRIVAL AND CAR PARKING FACILITIES
- Car parking is available at the event on a grassed surface.
- The British Birdwatching Fair allows guide/assistance dogs at the event; no other dogs are permitted.
- The grassed area around the car park may be uneven in places. Once inside, the event is grassed with a stone track running through the centre of the site. The ground conditions are variable, depending on the weather.
- There are no steps up into the event.
MAIN ENTRANCE
- Opening times are 09.00 to 17.30 Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tickets can be purchased at the entrance or in advance and group rates are available.
PUBLIC AREAS
- Public areas are wheelchair accessible but ground conditions are variable, depending on the weather. Areas with steps also feature a ramp.
- A hearing loop is available within the Anglian Water Birdwatching Centre.
PUBLIC WCS
- Disabled toilet facilities are available.
Dining
- Mobile catering is available including hog roast, seafood stall, bacon baguettes and vegetarian options.
- Soft drinks, hot drinks and alcoholic drinks will be available.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- First Aid cover is provided by APMS.
- There is cycle parking on site.
Birdfair Contact
Address:
British Birdwatching Fair
Fishponds Cottage
Hambleton Road
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 8AB
Telephone:
01572 771079
Website:
www.birdfair.org.uk
FUTURE PLANS
- The British Birdwatching Fair continues to improve its facilities each year based on visitor feedback and demand.
CONTACT TELEPHONE AND EMAIL ADDRESS
- We welcome your feedback to help us continually improve. If you have any comments please phone 01572 771079 or email
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