Pond Dipping
Dive into the fascinating world of freshwater wildlife. With expert guidance from our friendly learning team, you’ll explore the ponds and uncover a variety of aquatic creatures, from dragonfly nymphs to diving beetles!
Join us daily this summer at WWT Llanelli for an exciting hands-on nature experience: Pond Dipping!
From Saturday 18 July 2026 to Monday 31 August 2026, dive into the fascinating world of freshwater wildlife. With expert guidance from our friendly learning team, you’ll explore our specially designed dipping ponds and uncover a variety of aquatic creatures, from dragonfly nymphs to diving beetles!
Included in the entrance ticket price, which is free for WWT members. Book your entrance tickets in advance and save 10%.
What to expect when you try pond dipping:
- Use nets to gently collect aquatic invertebrates, insects, and tiny pond animals
- Examine your finds up close before safely returning them to their habitat
- Zoom in on the tiniest organisms using a powerful microscope
- Learn about the amazing adaptations that help these creatures survive in their watery world
Perfect for families and children of all ages, this drop-in activity is a fun and educational way to connect with wetland nature. The session will last approximately 45 minutes.
Dates: Saturday 18 July - Monday 1 September
Time: 11 am
Place: Water Lab
Bring: Water to drink, an adult to help, and your creature-spotting skills!
Cost: Included in the entrance ticket price, which is free for WWT members.
Species you can spot pond dipping:
- Dragonfly & Damselfly Nymphs
- Sticklebacks
- Caddisfly Larvae
- Water Spiders
- Pond Skaters
- Freshwater Mussels
- Diving Beetles
- Pond Snails
…and many more!
How accessible is pond dipping at WWT Llanelli?
The route to the Water Lab is wheelchair, pushchair and mobility scooter accessible.
For any other accessibility needs, please do get in touch with us.
We have a group listening kit that works with hearing aids using a portable induction loop, and can also offer amplification for those without hearing aids. Please get in touch or speak to a member of the team on arrival if this is something you would find useful for the activity.
We use a powerful microscope linked to a large screen to magnify all of the creatures we find.
Ready to visit?
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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