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.
The population of Kirkby Wiske in 2001 was 105, consisting of 45 men and 60 women.
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.
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