Arundel News

Relax and enjoy a stress-free September with WWT

Relax and enjoy a stress-free September with WWT

Wellbeing Month, 1-30 September Escape the stresses of daily life this September and regain that relaxed holiday feeling as you head into autumn. September at Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) centres across the UK is ‘Wellbeing Month’, and there is

23 June 2011

Quack Factor celebrates the duck!

Quack Factor celebrates the duck!

Half term family fun at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre from May 28 through to June 5. Everybody loves ducks! What is it about these creatures that people find so appealing? Is it their waddling gait, their amusing vocals, the metallic hues of their feathers?

13 May 2011

Sand martins make a home in the Sir Peter Scott Sand Martin hide

Sand martins make a home in the Sir Peter Scott Sand Martin hide

The Sir Peter Scott Centenary Sand Martin Hide has its first pairs of sand martins in residence at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre. Two pairs of sand martins moved into the unique artificial nesting bank over the busy Easter weekend. The windows of the hide wi

29 April 2011

Night-vision adds a new dimension to bat walks

Night-vision adds a new dimension to bat walks

Bat Walks begin on May 12 Navigating the night isn’t a problem for bats. Now visitors to Arundel Wetland Centre will be able to watch these winged wonders under cloak of darkness, with the aid of night-vision equipment. Starting this May, corporate part

22 April 2011

There is no such thing as an ugly duckling at WWT Arundel

There is no such thing as an ugly duckling at WWT Arundel

Come for an eggstra special day out and support conservation WWT Arundel is inviting parents to treat their families to a day out with a difference this Easter. By visiting WWT Arundel this Easter you are directly supporting WWT’s conservation breeding

15 April 2011

Little crake causes big fuss...

Little crake causes big fuss...

A small bird has caused a big fuss as hundreds of keen birdwatchers swooped to WWT Arundel to catch a glimpse of the rare wader. The last recorded UK sighting of the little crake was in 2008 at Exminster marshes in Devon, the last recorded sighting of th

12 April 2011

Downy Duckling Days in April

Downy Duckling Days in April

Experience close encounters of the duckling kind at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre this April! Hand feed Indian runner ducklings in the Ducky Delights room in the visitors centre. Outside visit the wild mallard ducklings and the fluffy grey goslings of the ne

1 April 2011

Poll results highlight public concern over flooding and water

Poll results highlight public concern over flooding and water

Opportunities & key issues identified Southeast UK shows higher than average willingness to be environmentally friendly A new UK-wide opinion survey, commissioned by WWT, highlights growing awareness and concern about water usage and a willingness to

24 March 2011

Festival of Gardening for wildlife championed by Alan Titchmarsh

Festival of Gardening for wildlife championed by Alan Titchmarsh

1-31 March 2011 “A garden without wildlife… is like a kiss without a squeeze.” Celebrity gardener, Alan Titchmarsh speaking at the opening of the RBC Rain Garden at WWT London Wetland Centre, September 2010 The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) i

17 February 2011

Children love playing poo-ology at Arundel Wetland Centre

Children love playing poo-ology at Arundel Wetland Centre

Its all part of the fun at Ecoteers Adventure during February half term. Children love to make a mess and the chance to create bird poo has proven popular at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre. ‘Poo-ology’ is one of the activities in the Bird Zone of Ecoteer

9 February 2011

Local photographer wins national competition for a second year

Local photographer wins national competition for a second year

Alex Baker, age 15, from Horsham, was the Junior (Under 16) winner in the WWT photography competition for his entry titled ‘Voles Breakfast ‘ taken at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre. Alex also won the category regionally and nationally last year, too. His

7 February 2011

What kind of lover are you?

What kind of lover are you?

Wacky, fun Valentine’s ideas for the love-bird in your life Downloadable bird mating calls, fun e-cards, quirky animal facts, and a day out The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) has devised the perfect solution for a fun and totally different Valentin

31 January 2011

Celebrate World Wetlands Day

Celebrate World Wetlands Day

Free admission before noon on Wednesday 2 February WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is celebrating World Wetlands Day 2011 by offering free admission to visitors who arrive before noon on Wednesday 2 February. "WWT Arundel provides vital and beautiful habitats

28 January 2011