Blog
Generation Wild breaks down barriers
Nature is for everyone but for many children, access isn’t easy. Generation Wild is changing that by breaking down the barriers preventing children from experiencing nature’s magic.
17 April 2025
10 years of WWT Steart Marshes: how local communities are engaging with one of the UK’s largest new saltmarshes
From grazing cattle to local artistry, explore how WWT Steart Marshes – a vast saltmarsh on the Somerset coast – has transformed local connections to the land.
26 February 2025
Wings and wonders: winter wildlife adventures at WWT reserves
Explore the best of winter wildlife at WWT reserves.
31 January 2025
Our favourite non-WWT wetland sites
Here at WWT we’re lucky to manage 10 of the best wetland sites in the world, but there are plenty of other wetlands all across the UK that are worth shouting about.
21 January 2025
Start a bird list this winter
As we welcome in the New Year, there's no better time to start thinking about doing a birding year list.
6 January 2025
Marvellous murmurations: why do birds flock together?
Flocking birds are iconic sights in winter wetlands, when a group of birds come together in large numbers in flight or to forage. But why do they do it? We take a look at the bird behaviour behind flocking.
2 January 2025
Answering your saltmarsh questions
Responding to questions we've had so far about our plans for saltmarsh restoration on the Awre peninsula.
20 December 2024
Top 5 rare birds 2024
It’s been an unbelievable year for birdwatching at WWT’s wetlands this year. There’s been some dazzling rarities, with the list of sightings as long as a heron’s legs. But which birds have truly stolen the show?
2 December 2024
Discover what’s wild across WWT’s reserves this autumn
Our reserve teams have been hard at work this season, maintaining and improving our vibrant wetlands to give countless species a place to thrive, migrate, and find refuge.
18 November 2024
White-tailed eagles: powerful protectors of wetland health
Imagine standing on a misty shoreline, gazing up as a white-tailed eagle soars overhead. With a wingspan stretching over 2.5 meters, this magnificent bird casts a powerful presence in the sky, stirring something ancient and awe-inspiring within us.
13 November 2024
Twelve reasons to visit WWT’s wetlands this autumn
Autumn in our wetlands is a season of spectacular beauty, full of vivid colours, unique wildlife, and magical experiences that will leave you feeling more connected to nature.
1 November 2024
Creating a new generation of nature lovers
Each year Generation Wild connects thousands of children and families from economically disadvantaged schools and communities with nature. But what are the barriers to creating more opportunities for children from disadvantaged communities to start their journey towards a life-long love of nature?
11 September 2024
11 easy things you can do to improve your bird ID
Picture this. You’re taking your new binoculars out for a spin around your local wetland and you find an interesting looking bird. It’s not one you’ve seen before. But in the back of your mind you think you might have seen it in a book. Or it’s got some features you at least recognise from another birding outing.
1 September 2024
A summer of wildlife on our reserves
Our dedicated reserve teams have been tirelessly maintaining and enhancing our vital wetlands, creating thriving habitats for both our resident wildlife and visiting species.
29 August 2024
Your summer of wonder starts here
Dive into a summer full of head-turning wildlife encounters and wondrous new experiences in nature’s coolest playground.
30 July 2024