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Wetland Centres Slimbridge Plan Your Visit
Planyour visit Essential information to help you plan your visit Opening times We're open 7 days a week, 364 days a year and there's always something to see and do! From the las
Willow Tit Project
Wetland Centres Washington Wildlife Willow Tit Project
Willow Tit Project Get involved in our active conservation project as we work together to protect the red-listed willow tit. Populations of willow tit have dramatically declined in the UK, with a decrease of 83% between
Dragonflies at Steart Marshes
News News And Stories News Dragonflies A Priority Site For Somerset
In 2018 we contracted local ecology consultants Geckoella to undertake and devise a survey method for dragonflies and damselflies using the reserve. The aim of the research and survey was to assess the presence and activity of Odonata (dragonflies and dam
Yellow-browed Warbler, Avocet, Fieldfare, and Peregrines hunting
News News And Stories News Yellow Browed Warbler Avocet Fieldfare And Peregrines Hunting
Cooler days are approaching, but our avian friends are staying warm thanks to their fluffy feathers. Wildlife Sightings at WWT Llanelli from 2nd - 8th November 2024 Highlights: Yellow-browed Warbler, Avocet, Fieldfare, Peregrine Falcon A scarce a
Meet The Team: Deborah Nolan - Marketing Manager
News News And Stories News Meet The Team Deborah Nolan Marketing Manager
While marketing often operates behind the scenes, its importance in driving the success of a business can’t be overstated. Without it, vital connections with our visitors and the wider community wouldn’t be possible. Deborah shares her experiences, ch
WWT Welney celebrated for it's 'welcome'
News News And Stories News Wwt Welney Celebrated For Its Welcome
The accolade, awarded by the national tourism agency, highlights WWT Welney's commitment to providing visitors with an inspiring visit to deepen connections with wetlands. Accolades were awarded to 72 English attractions covering all aspects of what mak
2 Shelduck on site this morning
News News And Stories News 2 Shelduck On Site This Morning
1 Bittern - main lake N shore4 Pintail - reservoir lagoon 2 Shelduck - main lake, wader scrape2 Water Pipit - grazing marsh, main lake5 Snipe - grazing marsh 8 Mandarin - wildside January bird highlights: Jack Snipe, Brent Goose, Bittern, Goldeneye, Yello
4 Shelduck on site this morning
News News And Stories News 4 Shelduck On Site This Morning
1 Iceland Gull (adult) - main lake in front of WWF Hide (p.m)1 Goldeneye - reservoir lagoon 7 Stonechat - grazing marsh3 Water pipit - grazing marsh4 Shelduck - main lake, wader scrape4 Pintail - main lake, reservoir lagoon 1 Grey Wagtail - main courtyard
Goshawk, Hen Harrier, Whooper Swan, and a fleeting flock of Cattle Egret
News News And Stories News Goshawk Hen Harrier Whooper Swan And A Fleeting Flock Of Cattle Egret
Gentle breezes have blown crunchy leaves along the paths. Meanwhile, breathtaking birds of prey have surveyed the wetlands for unsuspecting snacks. Wildlife Sightings at WWT Llanelli from 26th October - 1st November 2024 Highlights: Goshawk, Hen Harri
Nature reserve
Wetland Centres Washington Wildlife Nature Reserve
Nature reserve WWT Washington lies on the banks of River Wear between Newcastle and Sunderland and provides an inspirational example of how sound conservation management allows wildlife to thrive even in the midst of urbanisation and of the benefits
Wildlife Sightings for 19th September 2024
News News And Stories News Wildlife Sightings For 19th September 2024
1 Green Sandpiper- Marsh2 Little Egret- Wader Scrape130 Shoveler- Site Total95 Gadwell- Site Total20 Wigeon- Site Total7 Meadow Pipet- Flying Southwest12-15 Chiffchaff - across siteCetti's Warblers, Reed Buntings and Reed Warblers can be found in the reed
Wildlife Sightings for 16th October 2023
News News And Stories News Wildlife Sightings For 16th October 2023 1
1 Water Rail - reedbeds1 Great Crested Grebe - main lake1 Blackcap - reservoir lagoon1 Reed Bunting - reservoir lagoon1 Chiffchaff - reservoir lagoon160 Gadwall - site count90 Shoveler - site count63 Wigeon - site count62 Teal - site count269 Coot - site
Autumn Checks Show a Record Number of Sand Martin Nests at Arundel
News News And Stories News Record Number Of Sand Martin Nests Recorded
A record number of 83 sand martin nests were counted in annual autumn checks at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre on Tuesday 1 October. The nest were built inside nest chambers that make up the artificial nesting banks in the wings of the Sand Martin hide. A col
Two pairs of active Shelduck on site
News News And Stories News Two Pairs Of Active Shelduck On Site
1 Bittern - reservoir lagoon4 Shelduck - main lake, wader scrape4 Pintail - main lake1 Goldeneye - reservoir lagoon3 Redwing - entrance area 1 Kingfisher - South routeThe grazing marsh and scrape are best for watching wintering Shoveler, Teal and Wigeon.
Wigeon spread across the site feeding
News News And Stories News Wigeon Spread Across The Site Feeding
36 Wigeon - grazing marsh, main lake, wader scrape, sheltered lagoon 38 Greylag Goose - main lake1 Common Sandpiper - main lake4 Snipe - grazing marsh4 Meadow Pipit - flew over heading SWSeptember bird highlights: Snipe, Jack Snipe, Green Sandpiper, Commo
