Birdfair is re-born. Join in to make this THE future of Conserving Nature Worldwide
Welcome to Global Birdfair
We are delighted to announce that
14, 15 & 16 July 2023 will see the second Global Birdfair.
Join a community of nature lovers and birdwatchers from around the world as we gather to make a difference to Conserving Nature Worldwide.
Global Birdfair will take place at Rutland Showground, Oakham, Rutland UK. LE15 7TW
Zeiss Global Birdfair Activities & Young Birder Awards
The ZEISS Young Birders Awards are aimed at rewarding young nature enthusiasts & birders, encouraging them to share their skills, creating a network of young ornithologists in collaboration with our partners.
Winning Young Birders will be presented with their Awards at Global Birdfair
Birdlife International Project - Sustaining Forest Life
Donate to the Project today
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Restoring & expanding forests in Ecuador's North West Choco for Black-breasted Puffleg & other Endangered species.
Protecting nature, creating wildlife corridors and eco-friendly income through sustainable community involvement
By attending Global Birdfair you are supporting this vital project.
The BirdLife partner involved is Aves y Conservacion
Thank you in advance
Donate to the Project today
Donate to the Project today
Donate to the Project today
Use this QR code to donate to the Birdlife International project
Maybe use it when you visit the event and see a great talk, enjoy a fun event, learn at a workshop or just really enjoy your day!
Glamping : Booking Now Open!
Bookings are for 3 nights from Thursday 13 to Sunday 16 July.
Available to exhibitors and visitors (visitors need to have event tickets to book Glamping)
Global Birdfair catering open all day until 9pm
Friday & Saturday evening events to entertain you
Tents for 1 - 6 people
Limited number of tents available - book now!
Event Mobility Charitable Trust will be providing electric scooters and manual wheelchairs for the use of disabled, elderly and mobility impaired visitors to the show. Sponsored by Zeiss
Reservations available now
Useful Information
Global Birdfair Opening times
Public access times
Friday 14, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 July 2023
9am to 5.30pm daily. Last admission 4pm
Global Birdfair Tickets
Available to book online from 6 February 2023
Please try to buy your tickets in advance.
We will have cashless payment systems for ticket sales on the gate
Programmes can be bought in advance with your tickets & collected on your arrival at Global Birdfair by providing your Programme voucher
Global Birdfair Exhibitors
Available to book online from 6 February 2023
If you wish to be an exhibitor please visit our Become an Exhibitor page and complete an Exhibitor Enquiry Form and we will confirm your place as soon as we can in January 2023.
How to get to Global Birdfair
On foot:
Rutland Showgroud is a 25 minute walk from the centre of Oakham.
By Shuttle Bus:
We have a shuttle bus available between Oakham Railway Station and the Global Birdfair site at Rutland Showground. First Shuttle around 8:30am from Oakham Station - running on 14, 15 and 16 July (please note the restricted Sunday rail service)
By Bicycle:
Bicycles can be ridden to an allocated area near the Showground entrance where they can be left during your visit to Global Birdfair. Bicycles are not permitted on the event site.
By Car:
There is ample free car parking at Rutland Showground including forward parking for those with Disabled badges and those who require mobility assistance during the event. A BP petrol station is situated opposite the site.
By Train:
Oakham Railway Station is 1 mile from the Global Birdfair event site.
We hope to run a shuttle service between the station and the event. Watch for details.
By Bus:
There are several bus services running through Oakham. Please see the Rutland Council website and search for Oakham for details of services.
By Taxi:
There will be a taxi drop off and collection point near the main entrance to the Showground - a short walk to the Global Birdfair site.
By Plane:
Nearest Airport East Midlands - around a 1 hour drive from the site..
There are trains direct to Oakham from Stansted Airport and train transfers available from Birmingham Airport. London Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport are accessible by train via Peterborough and Leicester.
Global Birdfair - where to stay
We have limited spaces for people to camp on the site or bring a caravan/motorhome. Showers and toilets are available.
You can also book Glamping on site in advance.
Oakham School have some accommodation available to book soon with Shuttle Buses running to and from the Showground from Oakham School.
Alternative suggestions are on our Venue Information page
Catering facilities on site
There will be a range of food and drink outlets situated within the Global Birdfair site to cater for most needs. A fully licensed bar will be available.
Catering will be open until 9pm on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Help Promote Global Birdfair
You can help promote Global Birdfair too!
Simply copy this poster image and distribute to your local school, college, bird club, youth group, local nature group or reserve and anyone else you think might be interested!
We are keen to welcome everyone to the event & encourage more people to get involved in loving nature
Global Birdfair 2022
A few happy memories of Global Birdfair 2022 - Massive thanks to everyone who supported the event.
Global Birdfair 2022 raised €100,000.00 for Conservation
PRESS RELEASE 26 SEPTEMBER 2022
Tim Appleton announced on Wednesday 14 September 2022 during the BirdLife International World Congress in Cambridge, that the total sum being donated by Global Birdfair to the 2022 Conservation Project is an incredible €100,000.00.
The Global Birdfair 2022 Project being supported through BirdLife International is Revive La Janda, an area in Andalucia, Spain which acts as a vital link for migratory birds to the UK from Africa.
Global Birdfair was held on 15, 16 and 17 July 2022 at Rutland Showground, Oakham UK.
Global Birdfair wishes to thank all visitors, exhibitors and sponsors for their fantastic support for the event.
Over 130 volunteers gave their time to make a massive contribution to the smooth running of the event. Global Birdfair is incredibly grateful for their dedication and hard work.
The number of attendees exceeded 11,600
The event hosted 245 exhibitors across various sectors including conservation organisations, art, media, photography, books, optical equipment, nature tourism, local produce, clothing, bird food and other nature related products.
A large number of conservation organisations were Global BIrdfair Exhibitors. Thanks to the main Conservation Sponsor, Rising Phoenix for supporting smaller conservation organisations.
Massive thanks also to other sponsors including RSPB, Birdguides, Viking Optical, Anglian Water, Swarovski Optik, Zeiss, Sony UK, Vive Andalucia, Park Cameras, Leica, BBC Wildlife Magazine and Rockjumper.
3 Lecture stages hosted 132 lectures during Global Birdfair as well as Osprey Events stage. Over the 3 days, over 10,500 people attended a lecture or event.
We hope to see you again for Global Birdfair 2023