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Castle Espie Wetland Centre

Get up close to Ireland's largest collection of native and exotic waterbirds, bats and migrant birds whilst taking in stunning estuary views.

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Winter wildlife

Winter sees birds fly in from colder climes.
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Visit the NEW Learning Zone

A one stop shop for unforgettable
outdoor learning experiences.

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What's on

Giant LEGO® Brick Animal Trail

Giant LEGO® Brick Animal Trail

Northern Ireland’s only GIANT LEGO® brick wetland animal trail returns to Castle Espie this spring!

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Bird Watching Morning

Bird Watching Morning

Join our experts on the last Wednesday of the month for a morning of bird watching.

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Wild Welly Walks

Wild Welly Walks

Run, splash and play this winter with fun for all the family at Castle Espie!

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A great day out

Visit Castle Espie Wetland Centre and experience a day out like no other.

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Amazing wildlife

Discover what wonderful wildlife has been spotted this season.

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Latest stories and news

Make a Splash at the Northern Ireland Puddle Jumping Championships 2020
04 Feb 2020

Make a Splash at the Northern Ireland Puddle Jumping Championships 2020

Wetland Conservation Charity Encourages Support of Local Wetland Centre on World Wetlands Day
31 Jan 2020

Wetland Conservation Charity Encourages Support of Local Wetland Centre on World Wetlands Day

Escape to a Winter Wildlife Wonderland this Christmas
02 Dec 2019

Escape to a Winter Wildlife Wonderland this Christmas

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    WWT Castle Espie, 78 Ballydrain Road, Co Down, N Ireland, BT23 6EA

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    028 9187 4146

Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Limited is a charity (1030884 England and Wales, SCO39410 Scotland) and a company limited by guarantee (2882729 England). VAT number 618368028.