May Madness at Castle Espie – from behind-the-scenes to footprints and fossils. May beckons and with warmer weather just around the corner, WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre outside Comber has lots of entertaining events planned for the May half-term we
1 May 2012
On the 21st April at 10am Castle Espie Gallery, Ireland’s only environmental art space, will be opening the doors to the watercolour exhibition ‘’Feather and Fin.” This is the inspired title of an exhibition by artist, Barbara Allen. The e
9 April 2012
WWT Castle Espie Wetlands Centre, Co Down, has named the three regional winners in the Winter heat of its nationwide photography competition. 'Right behind you dear' captured by Brian Dunseath From the abstr
2 April 2012
WWT Inspiring Generations appeal video WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre - Inspiring generations to come. Captain Scott is remembered for his incredible bravery, fortitude and self-belief, and his Antarctic expeditions and research findings inspired people
29 March 2012
14 Little Ducklings captured by Richie Lort Spring is in the air and WWT Castle Espie was delighted to see the arrival of 14 little adorable mallard ducklings hatch at the weekend. The main breeding season is in full
26 March 2012
Alittle bit of spring by Richie Lort Whether you have a tiny backyard, a strip of lawn or a huge back garden; everyone can do their bit to create a bountiful oasis for wildlife. So join us for ‘Wildlife in your Gard
19 March 2012
WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre is celebrating gardening for wildlife throughout March by hosting a medley of green-fingered events and activities. Events begin this weekend so bring the family down for a morning or afternoon of Den Building. Kids will, w
14 March 2012
WWT Castle Espie will be celebrating gardening for wildlife throughout March by inspiring the community to make the most of the smallest patch of outdoor space and offering advice on how to entice wildlife into your garden. The Festival of Garde
6 March 2012
Turning Tides & Nests Exhibition On the 3rd of March at 2pm Castle Espie Gallery, Ireland’s only environmental art space, will be opening the doors to the exhibition ‘Turning Tides and Nests.” This is the inspired title of a joint exhibition by
26 February 2012
As a charity, the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust relies on the generous support of volunteers to help with conservation work and other daily tasks. WWT Castle Espie learning department require volunteers to assist with the design, delivery, and development
22 February 2012
Castle Espie’s Art Gallery, Ireland’s only environmental art space, is hosting an exhibition which will bring Strangford lough to life. ‘Turn Tides and Nests’ is the inspired title of a joint exhibition by artists, Amanda Bradbury and local arti
21 February 2012
Bird Box Building The breeding season is upon us and your garden birds will be searching for suitable nest sites! Castle Espie have a whole lot on offer this half term so why not drop in to make your very own bird box
15 February 2012
mmm tasty by Paul Warwick Castle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Centre, WWT, located in Comber, County Down, has named the four regional winners in the autumn heat of its nationwide photography competition. From
12 January 2012
Castle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT), were delighted to host Santa and his team of helpers last weekend with over 250 children from across the province eagerly waiting to meet the man himself. Families enjoyed a day of magical storytelling,
30 December 2011
From shovelers at Slimbridge to Brent geese at Castle Espie (pictured) – the entries into the autumn heat of the WWT 2011-2012 Photography Competition are flooding in. As we hit the halfway mark of the autumn heat of the competition, there are just a
3 November 2011