Hi Bernard

I run a small Falconry Centre in the Orkney Islands Scotland. I am a keen reader of the Uhtred series. You refer to Hawks & Falcons regularly. I am trying to research information about Viking falconry, my Centre is in the groundsof an historic building. I  am keen to know if Falcons & Hawks are an interest of yours? & if you have any references to Vikings,Danes or Norsemen & Falcons?. I wish to build my historical knowledge to enhance my Falconry Displays.

I have read somewhere that Trained Falcons were once symbols of the control of Christianity & free birds a symbol of Pagan beliefs. When a Falcon is mentioned it appears that things go wrong for Uhtred. Is this a coincidence? ( I understand if this is not something you want to comment on ) Thanks for your time.

Keith

skaillhousefalconry.co .uk