A common question is...
“Are white dove releases actually white pigeons?”
Yes — and this is exactly how professional, ethical releases should be conducted. The birds used in our white dove releases in Gloucestershire, Cheltenham, and the Cotswolds are white homing pigeons. They are specially bred and trained to fly safely and return to their home loft, ensuring every release is both breath-taking and completely safe for the birds.
True white doves, such as ring-neck doves, are not homing birds. Releasing them outdoors would be unsafe, as they do not have the navigational skills to find their way home. This is why professional releases always use trained white homing pigeons.
Based in Cheltenham, our birds undergo extensive training starting from 1 mile and gradually extending to long-distance releases across Wiltshire and beyond. This keeps them fit, healthy, and stimulated.
Our birds use an extraordinary natural ability to find home using landmarks, the sun, and environmental cues. They reliably return to their loft near Cheltenham after every single release.
Every bird is raised with care in our secure loft. They are fully vaccinated, ringed, and legally registered. We never hire or outsource our birds to third parties.
White dove releases are a safe and eco-friendly alternative to balloon releases, which can be harmful to wildlife. By choosing a professional Cotswolds dove release, you are celebrating your special occasion in a meaningful, sustainable, and ethical way.
Whether it is a wedding in Cheltenham or a memorial in Gloucestershire, each release is carefully coordinated to ensure the birds’ wellbeing and create a magical experience guests will never forget.
We are based near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, allowing our birds to return safely to their home loft after each release.
We provide white dove releases across:
If your venue is outside these areas, please contact us to discuss travel options.
Looking for a white dove release in & around Gloucestershire? Contact us today to check availability and receive a personalised quote. We would love to hear from you.