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Secret Santa gifts are for the birds
Arundel Wetland Centre had a visit from Secret Santa on Wednesday 23 December and the nene geese were all in a flap! Like other animal attractions belonging to the British Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) WWT Arundel Wetland Centre had joined int
24 December 2020
Ambitious wetland project launched to improve livelihoods of 10,000 people in Madagascar receives international funding
WWT’s aim to enhance biodiversity, boost livelihoods and fight climate change through the improved management of protected wetlands in Madagascar has received financial backing from the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacif
18 December 2020
Discover Arundel is Christmas - town & wetlands
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is proud to be part of the beautiful, historic market town of Arundel. Every December the town trims itself with Christmas trees full of festive cheer and Arundel Wetland Centre is pleased to be part of that tradition. A vi
15 December 2020
WWT receives grant of £1.58m to protect and enhance Somerset coast
WWT's ambitious new project to safeguard the Somerset coast from the effects of climate change has received a £1.58m donation as part of the Government’s Green Recovery Challenge Fund. It is one of the first environmental projects awarded a gr
10 December 2020
Arundel is open for wintery wildlife walks
A world of discovery awaits you this winter at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre. Enjoy a wintery stroll in in wide open spaces to walk off your festive feasting. Experience amazing wildlife and see some of the world’s most dramatic and rare birds all in one p
2 December 2020
WWT welcomes Government’s ten point plan for green industrial revolution
The Prime Minister has today unveiled his plans for a green industrial revolution to boost a green recovery. The Government’s Ten Point Plan includes measures to expand protected landscapes and create and retain jobs in the environmental sector. In
18 November 2020
Mill Stream path closed for tree works
The path that runs along the Mill Stream just outside the perimetre fence of WWT Arundel Wetland Centre (between Mill Road and the Arun River) has been closed for at least 21 days for tree works. This is a popular path for local dog walkers as it join
9 November 2020
Rising temperatures are triggering changed responses in animal populations in the Arctic, new data shows
The Arctic is in the process of entering a new ecological phase, which potentially carries a huge cost for humanity. WWT have taken part in a global study to shed light on how climate change might be affecting high Arctic species.
5 November 2020
Arundel Wetland Centre is open for visitors in November
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre announces that the wetland nature reserve will remain open, following the UK Government’s announcement of a new four week lockdown in England. Arundel Wetland Centre will be open to allow visitors to enjoy wetland wildlife
5 November 2020
Impact of lockdowns on our sites
Following the UK Government’s announcement of a four week lockdown in England we have now received clarification on how the regulations will affect WWT sites.
4 November 2020
Nights, camera, action! Device to record voyaging eels during hours of darkness installed at Gloucestershire reserve marking World Fish Migration Day
A new acoustic camera has been fitted at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre to monitor eels embarking on their epic migratory voyage.
24 October 2020
WWT Wetland Centres to welcome back schools
WWT Wetland Centres will open their doors to school pupils from December 1. Forced to close their doors to such excursions in March, the conservation charity is pleased to be able to once again help children reconnect with nature in a safe and secure en
19 October 2020
Famous artist’s work up for auction to raise money for spoon-billed sandpipers
Internationally renowned bird sculptor, Guy Taplin, whose works have been snapped up by the likes of Michael Palin and Jacqueline Onassis, is selling one of his bird sculptures to help WWT save the spoon-billed sandpiper.
15 October 2020
WWT receives cash boost from Disney Conservation Fund to continue to improve wetlands for people and wildlife in Madagascar
UK charity WWT has been awarded a $49,600 grant by the Disney Conservation Fund (DCF) for its work to save the world’s rarest duck, the Madagascar pochard. The conservation charity has been working in the northern regions of the island to restore a vast
15 October 2020
Fall for Nature's spectacle this Autumn
Just as wetlands offer sanctuary to thousands of animals over the colder months, they also make the perfect place to safely escape the everyday and appreciate one of nature’s greatest shows - autumn. As the seasons change so does the wildlife you s
5 October 2020