For full details of forthcoming events see English Heritage Kenilworth Castle Special Events Page . The pictures just below were taken at a demonstration of falconry at Kenilworth Castle. This is one of a number of special events organised most weekends by English Heritage.
Various demonstrations run throughout the afternoon.
This demonstration was given by Raphael Falconry. In the Middle Ages hawks were used to hunt game, and the birds on display here are working birds. This is Altair, a Harris Hawk, and star of the first demonstration. The Harris Hawk is native of South America, and was not used in medieval falconry, but is an impressive bird. Altair is very independent-minded.