Bird Control

We specialise in professional bird control

Using trained hawks to deter pest birds in a natural, sustainable and highly effective way. Our falconry bird control services are trusted across the East Anglia by listed historical estates, industrial complexes, commercial premises, and large public venues such as stadiums.

Our experienced bird handlers deliver a discreet and ethical solution that protects your property, staff, and visitors while preserving the architectural and environmental integrity of your site.

Why Choose Falconry for Bird Control?

Traditional bird deterrent systems can be unsightly, costly to maintain, and unsuitable for sensitive or listed buildings. Falconry, however, provides a dynamic, environmentally responsible alternative that fits seamlessly within a wide range of settings.

A Natural and Humane Deterrent – When a hawk flies over your site, pest birds immediately recognise a predator and vacate the area. The method exploits their natural instinct to avoid danger. No harm comes to the birds — they simply relocate to a safer environment. Over time, they learn that the site is unsafe, resulting in long-term deterrence without trapping or killing.

Suitable for Complex and Sensitive Environments – Listed buildings, historical estates, and conservation areas often have restrictions that prevent permanent installations such as netting or spikes. Falconry-based bird control is entirely non-invasive, leaving no damage or visible alteration to the property. This makes it ideal for:

• Heritage estates and listed properties
• Churches and cathedrals
• Museums and stately homes
• Universities and historic campuses

Effective for Large or Open Spaces – Our hawks can patrol large, open environments that are difficult to protect with physical barriers. For example:

• Industrial and manufacturing sites
• Warehouses and distribution centres
• Landfills and waste management facilities
• Sports stadiums and training grounds
• Airports and transport depots

By introducing a natural predator presence, falconry offers a mobile, adaptable, and highly visible deterrent that works across wide or complex areas.

Understanding the Problem: Why Bird Control Matters

Uncontrolled bird activity can lead to a range of serious issues for property owners and facility managers. Pest species such as pigeons, seagulls, and crows cause damage, contamination, and safety risks that can escalate without professional intervention.

Property Damage – Bird droppings are acidic and can erode stone, metal, and paintwork, accelerating the deterioration of buildings — particularly heritage structures. Nesting materials can also block gutters and downpipes, leading to water ingress and structural damage.

Health and Hygiene Risks – Bird droppings and nesting sites can harbour bacteria, fungi, and parasites that pose public health risks, including Psittacosis, Salmonella, and E. coli. For businesses in the food or hospitality sectors, this can result in contamination and breaches of health and safety regulations.

Safety and Reputation – Aggressive bird behaviour, particularly from nesting gulls, can pose risks to employees, customers, and visitors. For commercial or public-facing organisations, visible bird infestations also damage reputation, create mess, and deter potential clients or guests.

By implementing a controlled and humane bird control programme using falconry, you protect not only your premises but also your brand reputation and operational continuity.

Typical Bird Species Controlled by Falconry

Our falconry-based bird control effectively deters a variety of pest bird species common across urban, rural, and coastal environments:

• Feral pigeons – a major cause of fouling and damage to buildings
• Seagulls (herring gulls, black-headed gulls) – often aggressive, especially during nesting season
• Corvids (crows, magpies, jackdaws) – known for scavenging and nesting in roof spaces
• Starlings – create large, noisy flocks and heavy fouling on structures

By targeting the behavioural instincts of these species, falconry delivers a reliable and non-lethal solution for long-term bird control.

Bird Control for Listed and Historical Estates

Listed and heritage sites require special care and sensitivity. Traditional deterrents such as spikes or netting can be visually intrusive or prohibited by conservation requirements. Falconry provides a non-invasive and historically authentic method, perfectly suited to these environments.

Our experienced falconers work closely with estate managers, conservation officers, and heritage custodians to develop schedules that respect both the building and its surroundings. Whether maintaining the tranquillity of a stately home or protecting the stonework of a cathedral, our falconry bird control services deliver results without compromise.

Bird Control for Industrial and Commercial Sites

Large industrial and commercial environments often attract pest birds due to open spaces, shelter, and accessible food sources. Gulls and pigeons can disrupt operations, contaminate products, and cause significant maintenance costs.

Falconry offers a flexible deterrent for:

• Distribution and logistics hubs
• Manufacturing plants
• Recycling and waste facilities
• Power stations and docks

Our hawks patrol open roofs, loading bays, and storage yards, creating an active predator presence that birds cannot ignore.

Bird Control for Stadiums and Public Venues

Sports grounds, arenas, and open-air venues are highly attractive to gulls and pigeons, especially where food waste is present. Birds can create mess on seating areas, damage signage, and even disrupt events.

Our falconry teams work around your event schedule, providing pre-event deterrence and ongoing maintenance flights to keep the site bird-free and welcoming for spectators.