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Nature's Home: Bird of the Month display at Calke Abbey

Discover the fascinating world of birds through our Bird of the Month display inside the house.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Immerse yourself in the art of taxidermy and see some spectacular birds that have captured imaginations for centuries.

Revisit every month to discover a different specimen from Calke's extensive collection in the Yellow Room, from birds which still grace our skies, like the Blackbird, to those that are now extinct, such as the Slender-billed Curlew.

Admire each one up-close, take in their distinct features and learn more about these winged wonders.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

The display is inside the Yellow Room.

Accessibility

The Yellow Room is on the first floor of the house. Access to the first floor is via the main staircase, which has 26 steps and a handrail on the left. Wheelchairs are available to borrow from the first floor.

Other

Only assistance dogs are welcome inside the house.

Upcoming events

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on
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at
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on
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at
13:00 to 15:00
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on
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at
09:00 to 11:00
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Looking at the Limeyards walk at Calke Abbey 

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on
3 Jul 2025
at
13:00 to 15:00