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