Barn Owl Aviaries
Our barn owl aviaries are designed around how barn owls actually live: quiet, sheltered and secure, with room to fly between perches. Every aviary is handmade to order in Staffordshire, so we can size it to your birds, your site and whether you’re housing pets, display birds or birds for rehabilitation.
What makes a good barn owl aviary?
- A sheltered, draught-free section. Barn owl feathers are not waterproof, so a solid-roofed, enclosed area where they can stay dry is essential.
- Space to fly. A flight long enough for the owl to move between perches, not just hop.
- Quiet surroundings. Solid side panels screen the birds from disturbance, dogs and traffic.
- Secure, predator-proof mesh fixed to the inside of the frame, with a safety porch or corridor so birds can’t slip out when you enter.
- Nest boxes and natural perches at different heights, plus an easy-clean floor.
Sizes and layouts
We build everything from single owl aviaries to multi-bay owl and bird of prey blocks. Size depends on the number of birds and how much time they spend in the aviary. As a guide, longer is better than taller: a long flight lets the owl fly a few wingbeats between perches. Tell us about your birds and site and we’ll recommend a layout.
Options we can include
- Safety corridor or double-door entrance
- Insulated roost section and shutters for winter
- Integrated food prep or storage room
- Viewing windows or mesh fronts for display and education settings
- Raised feet to keep timber off the ground
See our owl and bird of prey projects
Browse examples of what we’ve built, including the bird of prey mews block with front corridor, our aviaries for Finkley Down Farm and the bespoke insulated falconry mews. For hawks and falcons, see our bird of prey and falconry aviaries.
Barn owl aviary FAQs
How big should a barn owl aviary be?
It should give the owl room to fly between perches, plus a dry, enclosed roost. A single bird needs less space than a pair or group, and the more time the owl spends in the aviary, the bigger it should be. We’ll recommend a size for your birds.
Do barn owls need a covered aviary?
Yes. Barn owls get waterlogged easily, so part of the aviary should have a solid roof and solid sides to keep them dry and out of the wind.
What mesh is best for an owl aviary?
Strong welded mesh fixed to the inside of the frame, so the birds can’t damage their feathers on the timber and predators can’t get in.
Can you build an owl aviary for a rescue centre or school?
Yes. We regularly build for wildlife parks, farms, rescue centres and schools, including viewing areas and multi-bay blocks.
Get a quote for your barn owl aviary
We’re a small family business designing and handmaking animal housing in Staffordshire, with delivery and installation across the UK. Browse our aviaries, visit our show site in Newcastle-under-Lyme, or contact us for a bespoke quote.
