Friendly and knowledgeable guides. Got to see most of the animals close up. Deers feeding was loads of fun! Recommended for a family trip.
I took my 2 nieces that are both in first year at high school, I could tell be their faces that when I told them what we were doing that shopping sounded much more fun. Imagine their and my surprise when we got there they loved it I was hoping to spend an hour or so, we left at closing time approx 5hrs after we got there :-) they loved every minute of it, We can't wait to go back :-)
Now I am a hard to please person at times, and just by chance when touring my country I came across the deer centre, and to be truthful I expected a few deer a few photos and my day was done. BUT! Yes but, when my wife checked the net it said it was a 'park' so of course we were like big kids and thought this will be an adventure...WOW! Of course it was winter, we had no kids, no time limit but snotters, we spent just over 5 hours walking around the park, of course stopping for a cuppa and a scone, and the wee restaurant is worth the money 6 item breakfast for £3 canny' whack it'!Anyway my wife (38) mature adult! Raked through 8 bags of deer food and we were finished at the second fence, we were up close and personal and it was brilliant the variety of deer I was in my glory without even having a sniff at the food! But the falconry was excellent very informative, fun and windswept with the feathers, for £8.50 it's the best money I've spent on a tourist attraction in a very long time! Seeing the Scottish Wildcat & Grey Wolves being fed shamazeballs.The tours, the nose to nose, the feeding and the photos opportunities are fantastic but the professionalism and gratitude of the staff make the day complete_ trust me you won't be disappointed with a visit here, and if you're worried about a little mud on your boots or pram, it's Scotland why even go in the first place! 10/10 from us and I will be adopting and visiting many more times in 2015!
Had an amazing day today with the girls at The Falconry Experience, bought my husband a voucher for his birthday, Kirsten and her team were brilliant. We met Egg and Wizard to name a few of the birds he was able to handle and feed. Would highly recommend this experience to everyone, the girls are extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. Thank you so much x
My husband and I have been here many times and have taken friends, parents and other family members. Its a lovely place to walk around, the animals all look well cared for and content. The cafe is marvellous, the afternoon tea is excellent value and delicious. We shall definitely be back, cameras in hand.
Been several times and always enjoy my visit. Bought 3 bags of food and used them all. Deer were right over to us! Saw the wolves, fox, wildcat, bears, bird show, many species of deer and Elk plus the otters! Cant complain. Signs are there telling us what not to do for safety of animals and ourselves! Nice playparks for kids (and adults) and would advise going to see the carnivores at scheduled feeding times. The staff are very knowledgable and friendly. Cafe quite pricey so bring plenty of cash but fish was good. Overall a great family day out. Come along!!!
Only went here because the wife wanted to visit, so glad that she did, I was like a kid in a toy shop feeding the deer, could have spent all day here. Walked around a few times and still didn't see enough, staff were really friendly and helpful, falconry display was amazing, staff so knowledgeable about the animals, will go back again and again, totally worth the money.
We had South African visitors over during our winter and thought we'd take them to The Deer Centre. I've never been before, we got a guided tour and loved it. I would definitely recommend it to everyone.
good range of animals, educational and fun, gift shop to get lost in and ferret rescue and birds of prey within the centre make a full day out
A lovely time was had at The Scottish Deer Centre! Highlights included the falconry display and watching the feeding times of the wolves, wildcats, lynx cats, the brown bears and the adorable red fox (who responds to "sit"!). All the handlers were so caring and knowledgeable; they were happy to answer any questions and knew so much about each animal's past. Some of the animals have had an unpleasant start to life and it was so nice to see then well looked after at the park.Of course, there was also the deer! You can buy bags of deer food for £1 and it really was lovely to have them trot over to you and munch out of your hand! We went in Winter so we only spent a few hours there but it's the sort of place that you could easily spend all day at. There's also a nice cafe and farm shop onsite.Thank you for a lovely day out. We'll certainly return next time we're in the area!