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Due to coronavirus restrictions, Castle Espie is closed until Friday 11 December. Find out more.

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Experience

Get set for an autumn adventure and enjoy 60 acres of wetland paradise. See wildlife on the move as winter migration begins.

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

Wetland superstars

Meet Northern Ireland's largest collection of native and exotic ducks and geese from around the world

Seek out some special places

Discover our sparkling lakes, ponds and the wildlife that call them home

Garden oasis

Relax in our heavenly herb-scented garden with the sounds of rippling water and birdsong

A photographer’s dream

Take crisp close ups of birds and other wetland creatures against stunning wetland backdrops

Come rain or shine

From shady woodlands to splashing good fun, we’ve got you covered, whatever the weather!

Book your visit

We’ve made a few changes to keep you safe, so please help us by making sure you book in advance, (including WWT members and under 4s), so we can give you the best possible day out.

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Discover our summer wildlife

A world of wetland nature awaits you at Castle Espie Wetland Centre. With our mosaic of habitats, there’s always a star species on show.

WONDERFUL WILDLIFE

We're good to go

Your safety is our top priority and we’re delighted to say we’ve been accredited with the ‘We’re Good to Go’ stamp of approval. Our wide paths, abundance of outdoor space, enhanced cleaning regimes and online booking system all mean you can relax and enjoy your visit, confident we’re doing everything needed to keep you safe during your time with us.

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  • Address

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

  • Email

  • Phone

    028 9187 4146

Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Limited is a charity (1030884 England and Wales, SC039410 Scotland) and a company limited by guarantee (2882729 England). VAT number 618368028.