Storm closure Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October

WWT Castle Espie will be closed this weekend due to the storm, for the safety of our staff and visitors. We’re sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

A new vision for WWT Castle Espie

We're making some changes to the way the site operates, helping the reserve thrive long into the future. Find out more.

Telephone Issues

We are currently experiencing issues with our phone lines. In the meantime you can contact us at info.castleespie@wwt.org.uk. We hope to have this resolved soon and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Things to see and do

Be awestruck this autumn

Step into autumn's most spectacular show

Adventure play areas

Dart, zip and zoom around our nature-based play areas

Potters Bothy

Step into a creative space where art, heritage and wetlands come together

Discover Wildlife

Discover a magical mix of wetland and woodland - spot an array of birds and insects

Viewing wildlife

Get front row seats to awe-inspiring nature with our bird hides and viewpoints

The Graffan Gallery

Castle Espie Gallery, Ireland's only environmental art-space, is open daily from 10am

Sensory Garden

Engage all your senses

Sustainability

Making the best use of our resources and minimising our impact on the environment

Book in advance and save 10%

With so many wildlife encounters and inspiring activities, no two visits are the same. A visit also supports our vital work to restore wetlands and their wildlife.

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