Slimbridge news
Looking to boost your mood this winter? WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre has the answer.
Read more about WWT's research on wetlands and wellbeing, and how to get the most out of your visit to a wetland no matter the season.
8 December 2025
Bewick's Blog: Winter 2025/26
Follow the migratory Bewick's swans as they come and go at Slimbridge Wetland Centre this season.
27 November 2025
Remembering Sam the Otter
We’re deeply saddened to share that our beloved Asian small-clawed otter, Sam, passed away yesterday (Sunday 23 November).
24 November 2025
We brought home gold & silver from the Bristol, Bath & Somerset Tourism Awards 2025!
We're so proud to have won the highly coveted Gold Award for Large Visitor Attraction of the Year.
21 November 2025
The Bewick's are back
The first Bewick's touched down early on Sunday 16 November, hailing the start of winter.
17 November 2025
We've won a VisitEngland Gold Accolade for 2025!
We're delighted to announce we've won the highest quality award available to visitor attractions in England.
12 November 2025
Step into a world of wonder this half-term
This October half-term we're inviting families to discover two brand new experiences, celebrating the mood-boosting superpower of wetlands.
16 September 2025
Early bird tickets for NEW lantern experience
A brand new Mystical Marsh Lantern Experience is coming to WWT Slimbridge this Halloween.
14 August 2025
Don't Let the Rain Stop Play
On a soggy or sunny day, we've got you covered this spring and summer!
4 August 2025
New acts announced for Dragonfly Festival
The final line up for our summer Dragonfly Festival has been announced!
7 July 2025
Access to Nature
The Access to Nature Change Programme is about rethinking how outdoor spaces welcome everyone.
25 June 2025
Gromit Unleashed 3
We’re excited to be a sponsor for this year's Gromit Unleashed 3 trail, and one of the sculptures is right here at WWT Slimbridge.
25 June 2025
Wayne's wetland connection
“WWT Slimbridge truly is a beacon of hope and joy in Gloucestershire.”
19 June 2025
Explore the Estuary Shoreline
Follow the build of our latest wetland habitat, which is now open.
12 May 2025
Gromit Unleashed sneak peek!
We're delighted to be a sponsor for the 2025 sculpture trail.
30 April 2025