Kirby Wiske

Kirby Wiske

Kirby Wiske is a village and civil parish in the Hambleton district of North Yorkshire, England. It is situated on the River Wiske, about four miles north-west of Thirsk.

Sion Hill Hall in Kirby Wiske houses the Birds of Prey and Conservation Centre with over 70 birds of prey and is operated by Falconry UK ltd. [ [http://www.falconrycentre.co.uk Falconry UK ltd] ]

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