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Essential tree works - w/c 11 November

There is some tree maintenance taking place along the gully throughout this week. This may cause some disturbance and noise around our visitor centre, stream channel and nearby areas. Thank you for your patience as we do this essential work.

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Visit Washington wetland centre

Be awestruck this autumn

Experience nature’s wonder

Step into autumn’s most spectacular show, full of awe-inspiring nature, uplifting moments and sensational seasonal beauty.

Wild reserve

Wetland can be found where land meets water and our wild reserve is home to a diverse mix of them

Walk-through exhibits

Head to Ganderland and Close Encounters to meet some of the planet's rarest waterbirds

Hawthorn Wood and The Lookout

Away from the lakes you'll find our feeding stations, buzzing with woodland birds

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A teal duck on water, which is reflecting the autumnal colours surrounding the water

Latest sightings

Check out who's visited lately and where they've been spotted.

Upcoming events

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Explore our events to really make the most of your visit.

Christmas wreath making

1 December

Christmas wreath making

4 December

Wild walk - Wild bird feeding stations

14 December

Elf Academy

15 - 22 December

We are WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife.

We’re on a mission to restore wetlands and unlock their powers. With your support, through visiting, membership and donation, we will help nature back to life.

Thank you.