Washington news
Summer's not over yet, there's a wow around every corner!
Families looking to make the most of the last few weeks of summer should join us for an extraordinary day out filled with new experiences and unique activities in nature. There’s a wow around every corner and something for all the family here where o
14 August 2024
Spotter guides
Enjoy using these spotter guides when you're out and about in nature!
26 July 2024
A day in the life of a newly emerged dragonfly
Spotting dragonflies just after they've emerged and shed their exoskeleton is a pretty exciting wildlife encounter... Reserve warden Kate recently enjoyed some time with a teneral Southern hawker dragonfly, which was resting on the bramble and blacktho
23 July 2024
New postcard trail launches for summer
The school summer holidays are almost here and families looking for a fresh adventure to deepen their connection with nature can enjoy a new postcard trail. Giant postcards, designed by children’s illustrator Ella Beech, share personal messages and
16 July 2024
Enhance your summer visit with these top tips
Exploring our wetlands during the summer is exciting at the best of times, but plan your day out alongside some of our fun hands-on activities and make your visit a great one! Here's our top tips for things you can get involved in: Postcard trail
10 July 2024
The first sand martin chicks have been spotted
Sand martin chicks are spotted for the first time ever at WWT Washington.
24 June 2024
Top tips to IDing juvenile birds in Hawthorn Wood
Summer sounds and fledglings galore in Hawthorn Wood Hide can cause some ID confusion - Blog written by reserve volunteer Melissa Young Hawthorn Wood hide has to be one of my favourite places out on the reserve, and whilst it goes a little quiet durin
20 June 2024
Celebrating our wetland superstar dads
Fathers come in many forms and the natural world is full of wonderful examples of dedicated dads at their most loving, protective and nurturing. This Father’s Day we pay homage to some of our wetland superstar patriarchs and give thanks to all of the
14 June 2024
WWT Washington welcome the return of common tern
Common tern numbers have been steadily building for the breeding season at WWT Washington Wetland Centre, following an outbreak of bird flu in 2023, which almost destroyed the colony.
12 June 2024
Flowers galore at our wonderful wetlands
Sunshine and rain means blooming great plant life!
30 May 2024
Sand martin citizen survey now live!
Take part and help sand martin conservation
28 May 2024
Top tips to help spot a wild otter
Wild Eurasian otters are elusive - can you spot one?
23 May 2024
Get ready for May half term fun
Get ready for May Half Term fun May half term is just around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited to share what we've got coming to keep your family entertained. The sun has finally got its hat on, and we're gearing up for lots of indoor and
20 May 2024
Follow our trail and find ten wildflowers on our reserve
Wildflowers are starting to show nicely around the reserve of Washington Wetland Centre, with a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colours to see. There are plenty to be found as you move through North Wood, Top Meadow and Spring Gill. Why not enjoy a gen
29 April 2024
Flamingos of the North East
See our flock of flamboyant flamingos here in the North East
25 April 2024