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Woodland Closure Notice

Due to high winds forecast for today (Wednesday 25th March) our woodland area will be closed. All other areas are open as normal. Thank you for your understanding. 

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No hand-feeding

There is no hand-feeding birds at the moment. This is a precautionary measure to help reduce the risk of spreading avian influenza. Thank you for your support and understanding.

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Easter crafts with Boom Studios

Easter crafts with Boom Studios

Easter Creative Sessions at WWT Castle Espie

Join us for a week of hands-on, family creativity this Easter! From 8th-12th April, drop in between 10am and 2pm and enjoy a different nature inspired activity each day, all included as part of your visitor experience. No booking required, just come along and get creative (first come, first served).

What’s on:

Wednesday 8 April
Kick things off with Chief Messer Marianne and her ever-popular Messy Mornings session, “Wee Birds”. Create your own colourful bird inspired by the sights and sounds of Castle Espie.

Thursday 9 April
Join Heather for Fabric Egg Decorations. Using a beautiful mix of scrap fabrics, ribbons and bows, design and decorate your own unique Easter egg to take home.

Friday 10 April
Get hands-on with Claire from Nodo Crafts and make Spring Blossom Pinch Pots. Shape your own clay pot and decorate it with delicate blossom, petals and leaves for a truly seasonal keepsake.

Saturday 11 April
Jessica, aka The Dirty Painter, introduces her natural techniques in Muddy Easter Eggs. Discover creative ways to paint using earthy materials and embrace a little mess along the way!

Sunday 12 April
Wrap up the week with Caitie’s Build a Bloom session, bright, fun and full of colour, perfect for celebrating the arrival of spring. 

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