Welney news

Accessing our wetlands this spring

Spring is such an exciting time of year, there is so much to see and explore - birdlife, plantlife, insectlife. From Tues 2 May a local road closure will mean some journey planning may be needed ahead of a visit, but definitely don't be put off.

26 April 2023

Bewick's swans at Welney - Winter 2023

An update on the Bewick's swans this winter at WWT Welney.

1 February 2023

February half term family activities at Welney Wetland Centre

Families can discover the UK’s greatest winter wildlife like never before this February half term by joining WWT Welney’s The Big Hideout.

29 January 2023

Electric scooter improves accessibility

An all-terrain addition to our free electric scooter hire allows visitors to explore further than ever before.

23 January 2023

Welney wetlands still open despite flooded road

Some of our wetlands are acting a flood storage at the moment, but we are still open. Latest road, lift and site access included here.

4 January 2023

Pick up a work of art from our gallery

Our gallery hosts the work of artist Sue Welfare January and February, treat yourself to a piece to take home with you.

21 December 2022

Owls at Welney

Owls are a sought after sighting for many of us, not just keen birdwatchers. At Welney the owls are a fantastic addition to the winter wetland experience.

20 December 2022

Make the most of longer opening hours this winter

The days may be shorter but did you know we're open longer in winter?

12 December 2022

Taking care of our birds

Protecting the birds in our care and those visiting our reserve here is our top priority, read on for a little more detail.

16 November 2022

International Star recognition for WWT Welney Wetland centre

WWT Welney Wetland centre has been recognised as one of the world’s best wetland visitor centres, a credit to the teams of staff and volunteers who have looked after these wetlands and shared it with the visitors over the years.

10 November 2022

Eeks!sperience the weird but wonderful side of wetlands

Eek!splore our interactive family trail this October as you journey around our wetlands

7 October 2022

Artist Gill McCoy features in the gallery this August

Our gallery is home to the work of Gill McCoy throughout August, enjoy her work this summer whilst you are in the visitor centre and find the perfect picture to take home.

7 August 2022

Local water issue

We are currently experiencing low to no water pressure due to a local issue, we hope that this will be resolved today. Access to the reserve is not affected.

29 July 2022

Black-tailed godwit season underway

Summer is on the way and headstarting is in full swing has for this season.

12 May 2022

Spring across our wetlands

Look forward to spring with this roundup of all the goings-on amongst the wildlife and works the team are doing.

1 April 2022