The Secret Owl Garden has been open in Picton Castle since May and has had support through funding from Visit Wales’ Tourism Investment Support Scheme.
The Secret Owl Garden was founded by Alex and Emma Hill, as they saw a gap in the market and could offer something different to what was already on offer in the area. Emma Hill, said:
“We created The Secret Owl Garden because people are always telling us just how much they love owls, so we wanted to give them the opportunity to learn more about them.”
The team currently run private experiences where visitors are able to have a hands on experience calling owls down from the trees to their gloved hand around the gardens. By booking them privately the experience is fully tailored to the group or family and even includes a set of photos!
In the future there will also be opportunities to take courses in owl care and management. The business will run these course through the year to develop existing falconer’s skills and introduce the next generation to the highest standards of care.
Ken Skates, Cabinet Secretary for the Economy and Infrastructure, said:
“I’d like to congratulate Emma and Alex for seeing that they could offer something different in Pembrokeshire, I’m delighted that we’ve been able to support the growth of the business and wish them well with their first summer season and for the future.”
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