Welney news
Winter update from WWT Welney
Although our wetland centre is closed for now, work still continues across the reserve by a small team of staff and volunteers. Here are a few of things that keep us active physically and mentally, as well as the rewards that the reserve gives back.
12 February 2021
Flooding on the Ouse Washes
The Ouse Washes are the engineered floodplains of the River Great Ouse. Created over 400 years ago, they have facilitated the drainage of much of the Fens, but we now need to add natural flood management back if we are to survive a changing climate.
4 February 2021
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Whilst the centre and reserve are temporarily closed we will bring you updates of how winter is progressing at Welney as well as the conservation work continuing behind the scenes as we prepare for spring.
29 January 2021
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Whilst the centre and reserve are temporarily closed we will bring you updates of how winter is progressing at Welney as well as the conservation work continuing behind the scenes as we prepare for spring.
23 January 2021
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Whilst the centre and reserve are temporarily closed we will bring you updates of how winter is progressing at Welney as well as the conservation work continuing behind the scenes as we prepare for spring.
15 January 2021
Water levels and access
Water levels are currently high on the Ouse Washes, great views of the large pochard flock in front of the main hide, the flight in of swans at dusk and the variety of birds on Lady Fen. Access is possible from Ely, Littleport and Downham Market.
17 December 2020
Artist Gill McCoy features in the gallery this December
Our gallery is home to the work of Gill McCoy this December, enjoy her work this winter whilst you are in the visitor centre and find the perfect picture to take home.
14 December 2020
50th Anniversary of WWT Welney
From humble beginnings to awe-inspiring visitor experiences, we celebrate 50 years of wetland conservation across 1,300 acres of the Ouse Washes and beyond.
7 November 2020
Wild cranes at Welney
Get closer to cranes foraging at WWT Welney Wetland Centre before they move on for winter.
11 September 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
7 August 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
2 August 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
24 July 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
17 July 2020
Chicks of threatened species fledge from Fenland wetlands
We are happy to report two pairs of black-tailed godwits have managed to fledge three chicks this breeding season. The first time since 2017, and the first time since 2006 for the Ouse Washes part of the reserve. But godwits are still very vulnerable.
16 July 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
10 July 2020