Arundel News
A Flourish of Wildflowers in June
In summer, the wet meadows, pathways and waterways of our wetlands are bursting with bright wildflowers. June is an amazing month for wild orchids. Marsh orchids flower in the Meadow Maze. Beautiful bee orchids show up along some paths. Common spotted o
6 June 2025
First-ever WWT Dragonfly Festival Coming to WWT Arundel
This June, WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife, will host its inaugural Dragonfly Festival! Launching on summer solstice, the festival kicks off 93 days of summer activities that celebrate the wonderful world of dragonflies at WWT Arundel Wetlan
1 June 2025
Don't Let the Rain Stop Play
Don’t let rain stop play during the May Half Term. Here at WWT Arundel we love all kinds of wet weather from downpours to drizzle because without it, where would wetlands be? There are so many things to do on rainy days to keep the busiest of minds o
21 May 2025
Last Chance for Bug-tastic Fun
Families looking to make the most of the May half-term should look no further than Arundel Wetland Centre. This spring WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife, has partnered with British animation studio, Aardman, and the Royal Entomological Society,
17 May 2025
Great Big Green Week is coming this June
WWT Arundel is holding two events as part of 2025 Great Big Green Week this June 7-15. For the first time, the Town of Arundel is getting involved in this week of celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature organized by the
12 May 2025
Family Fun this May Half Term
There is so much wonderful wildlife to experience and activities to try during a family visit to Arundel Wetland Centre in May! With families of goslings, ducklings, and chicks dotted about flowers in bloom and butterflies on the wing, there's lots to see
11 May 2025
Incubation and Rearing Room News - May
The Incubation and Rearing Room is a busy place this month! You must drop by for a look in the Rearing Room windows - see Who's Who in the "Arnie" Tanks on the white board outside. Staff are very busy overseeing the new youngsters in the "I&RR", in our
11 May 2025
Spring surveys show an abundance of wildlife
This month, the reserve is bristling with life! Our surveys show that some warm weather in April with more predicted May weather is proving a boon to wetland wildlife at WWT Arundel. One of the most exciting days, so far this spring, was 1st May when w
9 May 2025
Spring Collection News
Spring means new life on the wetlands. Staff have eagle eyes on the nest boxes in the exhibits of the ducks and geese we expect to nest this year. WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is home to a collection of non-native ducks and geese that tell the story of wet
14 April 2025
A spring welcome at WWT Arundel for all visitors
With paved pathways, a wheelchair friendly boat safari and a variety of entry ticket discounts springtime at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is accessible to all. Changes to Admission Prices WWT Admission prices did increase on April 1st and WWT has lowered
7 April 2025
Spring Wildlife Update
These first two weeks of April have been sunny with warmer days encouraging new life. Spring is still in its early stages but we are seeing flowers blooming, nest-building sand martins, and ducklings hatching out on the wetlands. It's a vital time for wi
7 April 2025
Wildlife to watch for in Spring
Spring has been cool this year, and spring wildlife has gotten off to a late start. The weather sets the timetable: warmer days can bring things forward, but cooler temperatures slow them down. By the time March goes out like a lamb, spring will be unde
24 March 2025
Top Five for Families this Spring
There is so much to see and places to explore at Arundel Wetland Centre this season!
23 March 2025
New Pelicans arrive!
Odin and Logan join Rogue and Storm on Pelican Cove!
20 March 2025
Spring Workshops and Walks for Adults
Whether you want to be an early bird for the Dawn Chorus walk or have a lie-in to go to a Moth Morning, we have events and workshops you may enjoy this spring at Arundel Wetland Centre. Spring Wreath Workshops We are trying something new this month wi
11 March 2025