News
Farmland boost for wetlands welcomed by WWT
A new UK Government scheme to pay farmers to create and restore wetlands on their land has been welcomed by WWT as a “once in a generation” opportunity to help turn the tide on biodiversity loss and poor water quality.
6 January 2022
The State of Global Wetlands in 2021 – New Report
Earlier this week (15 December) as part of its 50th anniversary, the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands launched the 2021 Global Wetland Outlook Report.
16 December 2021
Slimbridge winter wildlife
Winter brings its own special beauty to Slimbridge. With up to 30,000 wild wintering ducks, geese and swans feeding and roosting on the reserve it is a magical time to visit.
15 December 2021
Top 5 things to experience this Christmas at Slimbridge
Winter is a magical time to visit Slimbridge. From seeing Santa with all the family to witnessing our wonderful wildlife spectacle.
8 December 2021
WWT appoints Sarah Fowler as new chief executive
We are delighted to announce that WWT has appointed Sarah Fowler as our new Chief Executive.
6 December 2021
WWT chosen for The Times and The Sunday Times Christmas Appeal
The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) has been selected as a charity partner for The Times and The Sunday Times 2021 Christmas Appeal.
27 November 2021
Cold spell sees annual 'swanfall' at Slimbridge
A frosty morning on 22 November brought about the first Bewick's ‘swanfall’ of 2021 at Slimbridge.
23 November 2021
WWT and Slimbridge turn 75!
From pulling birds back from extinction to creating wonderful new nature friendly habitats - WWT and Slimbridge celebrated 75 years on 10th November.
12 November 2021
What happens when COP26 stops?
WWT’s Director of Conservation, James Robinson, reflects on what has been achieved at COP26, and what still needs to be done.
12 November 2021
UK Environment Bill Becomes Law: WWT’s Viewpoint
After three years the Environment Bill becomes law.
10 November 2021
An incredible 75 year milestone for international wetland charity
From pulling birds back from extinction to creating wonderful new nature friendly habitats - the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) today celebrates 75 years.
10 November 2021
Recent government announcement at COP 26 on Blue Carbon needs to go further – action is needed now
On Friday 5 November at Cop 26 the UK government announced its intention to establish a new cross-Administration UK Blue Carbon Evidence Partnership to progress the evidence base on these habitats.
9 November 2021
Slimbridge wins Gold Accreditation from VisitEngland
We are extremely pleased to have won a Gold accreditation from VisitEngland!
3 November 2021
First Bewick’s swan of the winter arrives at Slimbridge
The first of the Bewick’s swans has arrived at Slimbridge, over the weekend, on Saturday 30th October.
1 November 2021
New volunteering roles available at Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, learn new skills or spend time in an inspiring environment, there’s a volunteer role for you at Slimbridge!
28 October 2021