London news
A Supernatural experience awaits families at WWT London this half-term
Families are invited to step into a ‘Super Natural’ adventure at WWT London this half-term (25 October to 3 November).
21 October 2025
Last splash of the season: Splash pad closes on 13 October
Make the most of the remaining days of water play before the Splash Pad wraps up for the year.
6 October 2025
First Curlew Sandpiper recorded after two decades
Last seen in 2001, the Curlew Sandpiper made its return to our main lake on 17 September 2025.
20 September 2025
The wetlands welcome special winged visitors
An exciting migration season welcomes Bitterns, Glossy ibises and other special birds.
18 September 2025
New art installation brings the superpowers of dragonflies to WWT London
A new art installation by artists and architects Tony Broomhead and Nicky Kirk, called “Iridescence” will open at WWT London from July 20th to highlight the magical world of dragonflies.
10 July 2025
Exciting new play area development coming to WWT London
We are excited to announce that we are opening a new Splash Pad in 2025
13 March 2025
Inspiring Connections: Poetry and Nature Unite at the Wetland Centre
22 August 2024
New Opening Time
From 1 March we will be opening at 10am
19 February 2024
Finalists - Urban Wetland Photographer of the year
Exciting News! We're thrilled to reveal the talented photographers who have made it to the final round of the Urban Wetland Photographer of the Year competition. They have captured the beauty, diversity and importance of urban wetlands through their lense
1 November 2023
Embracing London's Wetland Oasis
Amidst urban living's rise among more than half of the global population, the London Wetland Centre stands as a transformational beacon—a thriving haven within a vast urban landscape.This sanctuary hosts 2,399 distinct wildlife species, forming a vibran
4 September 2023
Otterly delightful
Soak up the sunny vibes at London Wetland Centre with a summer of art, inspiration and uplifting encounters with wildlife Visitors to London Wetland Centre this summer can spy Tod and Honey, the residents' Asian small-clawed otters, as they cool down in
23 August 2023
Cape Barren geese join the flock!
We've got fantastic news to share with you – our wildlife collection just got even more amazing with the arrival of Cape Barrens geese! Say hello to our three new residents, a brother and two sisters, just four months old, who came all the way from our
28 July 2023
London Wetland Centre: A Captivating Dragonfly Hotspot
Welcome to the London Wetland Centre, now proudly designated a Dragonfly Hotspot—an extraordinary achievement in conservation. Situated amidst the vibrant city of London, our wetland sanctuary is a breathtaking mosaic of habitats that provides a haven
20 July 2023
Discover the Melodies: Explore our New Sound Garden!
Calling all families!! During your visit to WWT London Wetland Centre this summer, make sure you uncover the delights of our new sound garden. Located on the South Route opposite Pond Zone, this enchanting space lets you connect with nature and invites yo
19 July 2023
Generation Wild project receives Gold Award!
We're thrilled to announce that Generation Wild, our nature connection project for primary schools, has won the prestigious Gold award in the education category at this year's BIAZA awards.Generation Wild passionately engages primary school children from
4 July 2023