This is the time of year when hundreds of thousands of ducks, geese and swans start returning from their Arctic breeding grounds to spend the winter in the UK, many of them at WWT centres. Witness thousands of whooper and Bewick's swans flying into Welney and see them close-up as they enjoy daily warden feeds.
See some 18,000 pink-footed geese arriving at Martin Mere, and watch out for well-travelled ducks and geese touching down at Slimbridge, and of course the Bewick's swans, each of whom is named and individually recognised by their own unique bill pattern.
Enjoy the stunning spectacle of many thousands of Barnacle geese at Caerlaverock or see almost the entire population of light-bellied Brent geese feeding on Strangford Lough by Castle Espie.
There’s something to fascinate, inform or inspire whatever your age. Each WWT centre offers the chance to experience stunning scenery, breathtaking views, and face to face encounters with the world’s most dramatic and rare birds, many having travelled thousands of miles to spend the winter in the save havens we provide. 
Click on the links above to see what stunning wildlife spectacles await you at WWT centres this autumn and winter.