News - London
Fall for London Wetland Centre this autumn
WWT London Wetland Centre is an ideal place to immerse yourself in nature and there is no better time to see what wetlands have to offer than autumn. Our wetlands are safe havens where people can explore the outdoors, focus some energy inwards and look a
22 October 2020
Wetlands Unravelled: a programme of contemporary art exploring the paradoxes of conservation in the wetlands environment
WWT London Wetland Centre launches Wetlands Unravelled, a ten-month contemporary art programme woven throughout the lakes, ponds and reed beds of one of the capital’s largest wetlands.
7 September 2020
Share your Splashes for your chance to win!
Share your photos on our Facebook page for your chance to win a Frugi Puddle Buster Coat
12 February 2020
Join us to Celebrate World Wetlands Day!
Join us on Sunday 2nd February to celebrate World Wetlands Day! Established in 1997 to raise awareness of the benefits of wetlands to people and the planet, World Wetlands Day celebrates what WWT is all about - protecting wetlands for the benefit of all.
22 January 2020
Wetlands Unravelled to Launch March 2020
London Wetland Centre is delighted to announce Wetlands Unravelled, a year-long contemporary arts programme woven throughout the lakes, ponds and reed beds of our award-winning nature reserve. Curated by Unravelled, who commission and produce site-spec
8 January 2020
Winter Wildlife at London Wetland Centre
Winter is one of the best seasons to see birds at the centre, as huge numbers of birds migrate to London Wetland Centre.
17 December 2019
Congratulations to Anna, Winner of The Parents' Directory Poetry Competition
Congratulations to Anna, who has win the Poetry Competition!
30 November 2019
Become a Wildlife Presenter with the BBC Autumnwatch Experience
Have you ever wanted to be a wildlife presenter? Do you want to share your love of wildlife with the world? Now's the time to find out, at the BBC Autumnwatch Experience at WWT London Wetland Centre!
23 September 2019
Managing our Reserve: summer
Find out what the reserve team is up to this month to keep the site in top condition.
15 July 2019
Learn why wetlands are amazing in our revamped Discovery Centre
There’s plenty to keep the kids entertained in our new Discovery Centre. The fun and informative interactive play zone is the perfect place to spend a rainy (or sunny!) day.
11 July 2019
It’s lights, camera, action at the brand new Springwatch Experience at WWT London Wetland Centre this May
This May sees the launch of a unique wildlife experience at London Wetland Centre, where visitors can try their hand at becoming a Springwatch Wildlife presenter.
30 April 2019
Have a splashing time February half term at the London Puddle Jumping Championships
Children of all ages are encouraged to grab their wellies to see if they can complete our Puddle Jumping obstacle course!
12 February 2019
Festive Christmas Fun
Join us for some festive Christmas fun at London Wetland Centre this December. We have lots of activities for the whole family to enjoy! Children will be thrilled to hop aboard for a festive husky sleigh ride through the beautiful wetland scenery or take
15 November 2018
Go on a Wild Walk at WWT London Wetland Centre
Get closer to wetlands and wildlife at WWT London Wetland Centre with the opening of the new Wild Walk! The Wild Walk has been designed to transform the way we look at the natural world by offering a view from the different perspective. The experience ta
15 November 2018
New Men’s Shed at WWT London Wetland Centre
A man’s safe space is often his shed: So WWT London Wetland Centre, in partnership with the Barnes Community Association, will soon be hosting a “Men’s Shed” for the benefit of men across Barnes. The aim is to tackle the isolation men can feel at
15 November 2018