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Scott’s forgotten legacy?
WWT Inspiring Generations appeal video WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre - Inspiring generations to come. Captain Scott is remembered for his incredible bravery, fortitude and self-belief, and his Antarctic expeditions and research findings inspired people
29 March 2012
14 Baby Duckling hatch perfect timing for Easter at Castle Espie
14 Little Ducklings captured by Richie Lort Spring is in the air and WWT Castle Espie was delighted to see the arrival of 14 little adorable mallard ducklings hatch at the weekend. The main breeding season is in full
26 March 2012
Find out about the Birds & the Bees at Castle Espie's Gardening Weekend
Alittle bit of spring by Richie Lort Whether you have a tiny backyard, a strip of lawn or a huge back garden; everyone can do their bit to create a bountiful oasis for wildlife. So join us for ‘Wildlife in your Gard
19 March 2012
Discover Wildlife Wonders
WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre is celebrating gardening for wildlife throughout March by hosting a medley of green-fingered events and activities. Events begin this weekend so bring the family down for a morning or afternoon of Den Building. Kids will, w
14 March 2012
Festival of Gardening for Wildlife
WWT Castle Espie will be celebrating gardening for wildlife throughout March by inspiring the community to make the most of the smallest patch of outdoor space and offering advice on how to entice wildlife into your garden. The Festival of Garde
6 March 2012
Strangford Lough becomes emerged in the world of art
Turning Tides & Nests Exhibition On the 3rd of March at 2pm Castle Espie Gallery, Ireland’s only environmental art space, will be opening the doors to the exhibition ‘Turning Tides and Nests.” This is the inspired title of a joint exhibition by
26 February 2012
Castle Espie Calls for Learning Volunteers
As a charity, the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust relies on the generous support of volunteers to help with conservation work and other daily tasks. WWT Castle Espie learning department require volunteers to assist with the design, delivery, and development
22 February 2012
'Turning Tides' and 'Nests' Art Exhibition
Castle Espie’s Art Gallery, Ireland’s only environmental art space, is hosting an exhibition which will bring Strangford lough to life. ‘Turn Tides and Nests’ is the inspired title of a joint exhibition by artists, Amanda Bradbury and local arti
21 February 2012
From tall tales to making a nestbox, it's a packed month at Castle Espie
Bird Box Building The breeding season is upon us and your garden birds will be searching for suitable nest sites! Castle Espie have a whole lot on offer this half term so why not drop in to make your very own bird box
15 February 2012
Castle Espie through the Lens
mmm tasty by Paul Warwick Castle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Centre, WWT, located in Comber, County Down, has named the four regional winners in the autumn heat of its nationwide photography competition. From
12 January 2012
Castle Espie 'Here Comes Santa' Prize Winner
Castle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT), were delighted to host Santa and his team of helpers last weekend with over 250 children from across the province eagerly waiting to meet the man himself. Families enjoyed a day of magical storytelling,
30 December 2011
Numbers getting higher and higher
A recent count has shown that numbers are increasing of Dunlin (400), Shoveler (45), Goldeneye (12), Knot (300) and especially Shelduck that has now reached 1050. There are still 200 Whooper swans on site as the winter gets into full swing.
29 November 2011
Results from recent bird count
We have undertaken a bird count at Castle Espie and I am really pleased with the number of birds on site at the moment. 400+ black-tailed godwit that are feeding on stubble and can be seen flying back and forth to the shore line 500 brent geese are still
17 November 2011
Cold weather brings an influx of waders and duck
We undertook a Brent geese count yesterday and there are just over 5000 geese still in the area but a lot have now moved further south to spend the rest of the winter. However, the recent cold weather has brought in an influx of smaller waders and duck in
8 November 2011
Enter the WWT photography competition
From shovelers at Slimbridge to Brent geese at Castle Espie (pictured) – the entries into the autumn heat of the WWT 2011-2012 Photography Competition are flooding in. As we hit the halfway mark of the autumn heat of the competition, there are just a
3 November 2011