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Wetland destinations for your summer staycation

Wetland destinations for your summer staycation

If, like us, the long summer days have you longing for a view that stretches to the horizon, the cooling ripple of water or to see your kids running through a wildflower meadow, we’re here to help you plan your visit.

11 August 2020

Summer photography tips: how to make the most of the sunshine

Summer photography tips: how to make the most of the sunshine

With all this daylight and warm weather, summer is a great time to be outside taking photos. To help you make the most of your summer photo sessions, we asked WWT staff and photographers for their top tips.

3 August 2020

How wetlands can help us and wildlife in hot weather

How wetlands can help us and wildlife in hot weather

Every time a heatwave hits, our wetlands become inundated with people and wildlife. Find out more about how wetlands help wildlife deal with extreme hot weather, and how we look after them on our reserves.

23 July 2020

Common wetland wildflowers to spot in spring and summer

Common wetland wildflowers to spot in spring and summer

If you visit a WWT reserve in the spring or summer, you’ll see a huge range of wildflowers blooming. Here is a quick guide to some common (and more uncommon) wetland wildflowers you might see.

1 July 2020

Macro wildlife photography tips you can try anywhere

Macro wildlife photography tips you can try anywhere

For many of us, capturing wildlife on camera is one of the ways we explore our love of nature. If you're restricted to your local area, why not think small and try macro photography using a DSLR or smartphone with our handy tips?

10 June 2020

Photography competition 2019 - the winners

Photography competition 2019 - the winners

The winner, runner ups and commended photos from the 2019 Waterlife photography competition.

9 January 2020

Nature activities to do with the kids in wetlands

Nature activities to do with the kids in wetlands

Want to sell the idea of a family walk to the kids? Here are our 10 tips to whip up some enthusiasm!

30 December 2019

Bird watching for beginners: advice for a first-time birder

Bird watching for beginners: advice for a first-time birder

To help you get the most out of your first bird watching experience, we asked Sam Walker, who recently got into birding, what advice he has for newbies.

20 December 2019

Autumn photography tips: how to capture that golden autumn light

Autumn photography tips: how to capture that golden autumn light

Whether it's snapping those tricky starling murmurations or capturing great migrations, autumn in wetlands has a lot to offer photographers. Top wildlife photographer Chris Gomersall shares his essential tips to make the most of autumn.

23 September 2019

Wildlife ID guide: what species lives in a pond?

Wildlife ID guide: what species lives in a pond?

Did you know that ponds are havens for a huge range of aquatic invertebrates, amphibians and more? Find out more about how to identify the huge biodiversity of pond life when you next go pond dipping.

12 June 2019

Make a Crane!

Make a Crane!

One of the most famous origami models is the paper crane. In Japanese folklore, the crane is said to live for a thousand years. Read on for simple instruction on how to make a paper crane, and take the WWT #CraneChallenge

10 June 2019

Spring photography tips: how to get the best shots of new life

Spring photography tips: how to get the best shots of new life

Spring is a fantastic time of the year for photographers. As the days lengthen and the temperature starts to warm, learn how WWT reserve warden Arron Roberts photograph new life and a plethora of colourful subjects.

29 May 2019

10 ways to add water to your garden that wildlife will love

10 ways to add water to your garden that wildlife will love

When it comes to supporting nature, wildlife gardens are a good place to start. By creating ponds and wetland areas in our gardens - no matter how small – you'll attract wildlife like dragonflies, amphibians and birds.

16 April 2019

A guide to pond dipping: things to know before you go

A guide to pond dipping: things to know before you go

Pond dipping is fun, simple and doesn’t cost much. It's no surprise that it’s a popular outdoor learning activity for children, adults and an important conservation surveying method. Our guide will help you explore responsibly.

15 April 2019

Ten of our favourite children's books and stories featuring wetlands

Ten of our favourite children's books and stories featuring wetlands

Woods feature strongly in stories from our childhood – Hansel and Gretel, Little Red Riding Hood - yet wetlands and water also play a prominent role in many of our favourite books.

7 March 2019