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Beat the winter blues at London Wetland Centre this winter
This winter experience the uplifting power of nature without leaving London. With 105 acres of beautiful blue and green spaces, take time to walk, catch-up with friends, tuck into cake, and make the most of the winter sunlight as it spills through the
1 January 2023
Christmas comes early at London Wetland Centre this year!
We are so excited to announce that our Common Cranes have arrived! From Monday 19 December, meet Insh (female, 3 ½ years old) and Merry (male, 8 ½ years old). The couple is getting adapted to their new enclosure and neighbours (wildlife) at the ce
15 December 2022
Sustainability at London Wetland Centre
Across WWT we are committed to minimising our negative environmental impacts and ensure continuous improvement in our sustainability. London Wetland Centre is no exception, and we have a huge range of sustainability initiatives in place.
14 December 2022
Magical Engagement for London Couple at Illuminature
With stunning lights, fascinating wildlife and illuminated sculptures, the renowned London Wetland Centre in Barnes, southwest London, has transformed into a magical experience, ILLUMINATURE, which has created one of the most romantic spots in Londo
6 December 2022
5 eco-friendly gifts for this holiday season
1. Immerse yourself in IlluminatureTickets are now on sale for the holiday light show, which returns to London Wetland Centre for the second year. It’s a unique chance to interact with nature at night, as you meander through large sculptures of wildlife
6 December 2022
First Impressions of a Placement Student
My role My role as the reserve placement student involves taking part in practical tasks, and maintaining the site. I chose to do my university placement with WWT as I appreciated the efforts they go to for wildlife conservation. I have always had an int
29 November 2022
4 things to do in nature this autumn
In early October, a delicate yellow-browed warbler was spotted at WWT London Wetland Centre. The last sighting on site was well over 10 years ago. Weighing at around 7 grams, this type of warbler is small and green. It’s best known for its distinctive
8 November 2022
Advance Notice – Improvement Plans
London Wetland Centre continues to undertake a series of refurbishments as we aim to provide new and enhanced experiences to all our visitors. Consequently, there are a number of smaller-scale projects that are undergoing and take certain buildings out of
20 October 2022
Wellness Wednesday at London Wetland Centre
Visitors can sample mental health benefits of urban wetlands as part of World Mental Health Day 2022 October 10th is World Mental Health Day, a day that provides an opportunity to raise awareness of mental health challenges and rally support of mental h
6 October 2022
Wellbeing Wednesdays at the Wetlands
Press releaseWellbeing Wednesdays at the Wetlands London Wetland Centre encourages Londoners to sample mental health benefits of visiting wetlands to mark World Mental Health Day 10 October 2022 Londoners looking to reduce their stress levels and
30 September 2022
Wellbeing Wednesdays
Wellbeing Wednesdays This autumn, take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life and make time for you. Tucked off the banks of the River Thames, the London Wetland Centre is home to 105 acres of peaceful green and blue spaces, waiting for you t
28 September 2022
Countryside wedding or city celebration? London Wetland Centre offers both
London Wetland Centre is best known for its wide-open nature reserve and eye-catching wildlife. Amidst the hustle and bustle of visitor activities and animal husbandry, you might not notice that it also offers a stunning venue for weddings and e
15 September 2022
3 birds to spot at London Wetland Centre this September
3 birds to spot at London Wetland Centre this September TealTeal, the smallest UK duck, has been the talk of town at London Wetland Centre. Over the past decade, there has only been a handful of Teal breeding here, never in great numbers and not always s
31 August 2022
Families flock to London Wetland Centre to become fully-fledged Wetland Rangers
London families looking for some fun with a difference this summer should head to London Wetland Centre where they can make it their mission to become fully-fledged Junior Wetland Rangers.Join Top Trainer Sam Feather and Rookie Ranger Charlie Beak in this
1 August 2022
A day in the life of a wetland warden
105 acres of land. 152 birds across 28 species. Two energetic Asian short-clawed otters that require four feeds a day, with a different dish every day of the week. This is what London Wetland Centre’s wardens have to look after, seven days a week, 365 d
9 May 2022