Arundel News
Sand Martin Soundtrack #1 on WWT iTunes
This sound system is for the birds! WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is broadcasting the shrieks of a busy sand martin colony to attract the migrating martins to the artificial nesting banks on the reserve. “It’s probably a bit louder than an actual colony
14 April 2012
Ducky companion saves blue Jerry from a lonely life
Jerry the New Zealand blue duck lived alone at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre, the only one of his kind left in the UK. Young Jerry had paired with Cherry, the last UK female blue duck at Arundel, when he first arrived from WWT London in 2008. Cherry proved
5 March 2012
Arun Riverlife Project to restore views and habitats at WWT Arundel
Here is Paul Steven's Wildlife Sightings column from Feb 9, 2012. Read Paul's column each week in the Observer series of newspapers in West Sussex When he designed WWT Arundel Wetland Centre, Sir Peter Scott’s original vision was for visitors in the mai
10 February 2012
Winging in the rain
Wildlife Sightings column Jan 24, 2012 by Paul Stevens. (appearing Feb 02, 2012) Read Paul's column every week in the Chichester Observer, Bognore Regis Observer and Midhurst & Petworth Observer. Arriving to work at Arundel Wetland Centre this morn
3 February 2012
Magpie mansions save sensitive soles
New shelters fight frosty feet for wildfowl from warmer climates Ducks and geese from warmer climates can fight frosty feet this winter inside new homes at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre. Australian mapgpie geese and Indian white-faced whistling ducks have
3 February 2012
Take a Trip to the South Pole during February half term
Walk in the (snow)shoes of Antarctic explorers, past and present, during Exploration & Discovery Week this February half term. To celebrate the centenary of the Scott Antarctic expedition, WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is taking families back in
25 January 2012
Win a Romantic Nature Date this February
Visit the lovebirds at Arundel Wetland Centre in February to win a boat ride, lunch and wine. Black-necked Swan by Graham Maples In February our hearts and minds turn to gifts to express our love. Will it be flowers,
25 January 2012
Nature unbalanced: cold snap could halt spring symptoms
Wildlife Sightings column January 10, 2012 by Paul Stevens Flowering hawthorn You can read the weekly column by Paul Stevens, the Grounds Manager for WWT Arundel Wetland Centre each Thursday in the Chichester Observer
17 January 2012
See the Stars at Arundel Wetland Centre
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre hosts a Stargazing Evening with Astronomia, as part of the BBC Stargazing LIVE event On the evening of Tuesday 24 January, Arundel Wetland Centre is hosting an indoor talk and outdoor telescope session with Astronomia telescope
9 January 2012
Starling spectacle back at WWT Arundel
After an absence of two years, a large group of starlings have been arriving at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre to roost overnight in the reed beds. The huge flock of starlings has been enthralling afternoon visitors to the nature reserve. The birds arrive at
23 December 2011
Walk away those Christmas calories on Boxing Day
Wake up on Boxing Day feeling like a pig in a blanket? Many of us overindulge on turkey, booze and Christmas pud, so why not clear those foggy heads with some fresh air and work off those festive excesses with a visit to WWT Arundel Wetland Centre – one
21 November 2011
What’s the trick to counting flocks of birds?
Volunteers and staff will spend this Monday, November 21, spotting and recording the hundreds of waterbirds that migrate to WWT Arundel in winter. Staff and visitors at all nine WWT wetland reserves will be taking part in the annual Wetland Bird Sur
19 November 2011
Ho-ho-ho Huskies!
Start the festive season with a visit to see Santa and the huggable huskies during Winter Wonderland Weekend, December 3-4 at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre. Come and meet these friendly dogs of the north. These gorgeous sled dogs will give children the chanc
19 November 2011
Spider spotting, birding workshops and skull-duggery this Oct half-term
Make a magnetic bat, go spider spotting or probe the pond dip for creepy critters this half-term at Arundel Wetland Centre. Fantasy and Folklore week starts on October 22. Also this weekend the whole family can learn how tell a chiff chaff from a black ca
24 October 2011
Birding for beginners and birdie bites
As the temperature drops, the southward migration brings many songbirds back to East and West Sussex for the autumn season. It’s the perfect time for families to grab the binoculars and head outside for some colourful entertainment. If you’re not sure
24 October 2011