Welcome
Discover 60 acres of wetland nature on the shores of Strangford Lough. Get set for an autumn adventure and see wildlife on the move as winter migration begins.
Your wetland centre
Get closer to nature than ever at Castle Espie
This season's highlights
With wide-open spaces and wetlands full of the sights and sounds of nature, there's plenty to see and do.
Adventure awaits
Explore our outdoor Wildwood adventure play area!
Wildlife specials
Keep an eye out for exciting sightings. We recently had our first ever visit from a cattle egret.
Breath-taking vistas
Enjoy spectacular birds-eye views across Strangford Lough
"Castle Espie is really a sanctuary for all… the team have created a space which allows for all our needs to be met. A safe and inviting space that enables all of us to stop, listen and reconnect with the things that really matter in life. That is the true beauty of the Castle Espie"
- Castle Espie visitor, via JustGiving -
WWT is the charity that protects wetlands and wildlife
Your support, through visiting, membership or donation, is what makes this happen.
Thank you.