From artists to charities, book sellers to tour operators, retailers to photographers – there really is something for everyone at the British Birdwatching Fair. Now in its 23rd year, the Birdfair boasts more than 300 exhibitors, spread throughout nine marquees at the Egleton Nature Reserve site beside Rutland Water.
Birdfair Exhibitor list
We've organised the exhibitors into an alphabetical format for ease of use. Please be aware that the list of Birdfair exhibitors is subject to change.
Birdfair Events and Lectures
There are a massive array of events and lectures taking place at this years Birdfair. With talks happening all day, in all the marquees, over the whole weekend, you may find yourself dashing around to see everything you want to see. Use these list of lecture times wisely - and remember a lot of events fill up quickly so book early to avoid any disappointment.
All weekend
Rutland Water Nature Reserves Don’t forget that once you’ve paid for your entrance pass to the Birdfair you are allowed access to the Rutland Water Nature Reserves on the day of your ticket. Make sure you embrace the opportunity to explore two of Britain’s top inland wildlife sites – Egleton and Lyndon Nature Reserves.
Birdfair Auction Make sure to pay the Birdfair Auction Stand a visit whilst at the fair to see for yourself what a fantastic selection of ‘lots’ we have on offer this year. Once again the generosity of the exhibitors and celebrities means we have the chance for a double bonus – raising monies for a hugely important conservation project and our Birdfair visitors walking away with smiles if they bid successfully for something on their ‘wish-list’. We have holidays, birding equipment, artwork, books and days out up for grabs. Go on, start bidding and don’t let someone else walk away with what you had your eye on!
Art Marquee: Birdfair Mural Watch wildlife artists from around the world create a giant mural which, this year, will depict the journey of an array of birds as they Migrate the African-Eurasian flyway.
CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES
Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Watch (OD2) This year we are bringing the seaside to Rutland Water! We have lots of fun activities for all ages including wildlife arts and crafts, puzzles and competition with prizes to be won. Visit our stand and have a go at: Creating a seahorse pencil topper; Making a seabird mask; Designing a sea creature door hanger; Completing our marine-themed puzzles and competition. You will also be able to pick up some top tips on how to help your local marine wildlife and sign our marine petition scene.
RSPB Wildlife Explorers (OD3) Activities for the whole family all day with the ever-popular minibeast safaris and pond dipping sessions (book early to avoid disappointment), new for this year is ‘Discover the Secrets of Noblin Hollow’ and they’ll also be art and craft workshops, treasure hunt competition, lucky lolly game, face painting, feed the birds game and more – listen out for extra activities throughout the day!
Leicestershire and Rutland Badger Group (OD5) The Leicestershire and Rutland Badger Group will host a variety of activities for children such as puzzle sheets, jigsaws and painting – including ‘add your very own creature to a night scene’. There will be opportunities for children to make their own badger mask, and badges incorporating either their own drawing or a pre-prepared one.
