On Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd November join us for an afternoon of ‘tree-mendous’ fun at WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Co Down. Accompany Robin McKee, our resident tree expert, around the reserve and learn about the various types of trees nativ
29 October 2013
This year’s International Brent goose survey carried out on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th October counted 34,000 geese, somewhat lower than what was expected. The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT), in partnership with other organisations and volunteers, c
16 October 2013
For those who are feeling brave, bring your little monsters along for a whole host of Halloween events running from Saturday 26 October to Sunday 3 November. There’s something to keep everyone entertained from face painting, haunted tours, storytelling,
15 October 2013
On Saturday 12 October at 10am, Castle Espie Art Gallery, nature through art, will be opening the doors to Kilmood Art Club’s 25th Annual exhibition. David Medhurst, the Chairman of Kilmood Art Club highlighted ““The Annual Art Exhibition by Kilmoo
8 October 2013
We are gearing up for October here at Castle Espie and, with the arrival of the Brent Geese, Autumn is finally upon us. So come and experience the wonders of migration with one of the following events: The ‘Brent are Back’ event - this is the time of
1 October 2013
Castle Espie is offering a unique opportunity to witness some of the wonderful work the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust do; so join our expert wardens in the Duckery as they ring our captive stock of birds which will include 20 different species from Mandar
24 September 2013
On Saturday 31 August at 2pm Castle Espie Art Gallery, will be opening the doors to a textile sculpture exhibition “Flying Solo”. This is the inspired title of an exhibition by local artist, Emma Hall. The exhibition will run from Saturday 31 August t
26 August 2013
Buff-tip moth Join us for some August antics! Everyday we have a different experience on offer from pond dipping to storytelling, mini-beast hunting to den building, talks, walks plus show and tell activities. Wetland
14 August 2013
The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust were delighted that Mayor of Ards, Councillor Stephen McIlveen officially opened the newly refurbished natural woodland play area formerly known to visitors as ‘Stoat Town’. The new development includes swings; a tubu
13 August 2013
IAA Solar Day at WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Sunday 11 August. The Irish Astronomical Association will be holding another of their very popular public solar astronomy afternoons at Castle Espie Wetland Centre, near Comber, on Sunday afternoon, 11 Aug
7 August 2013
Did you know that Sunday is National Friendship Day? To celebrate this social day, WWT is giving you the chance to bring a friend to Castle Espie Wetland Centre for free – a great place to come with friends. You’ll have to register for your free ticke
31 July 2013
Join the world's most famous outlaw - Robin Hood and come dressed up as one of his merry mob for a weekend of medieval merriment at WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre. The event takes place on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 August between 11am and 4pm each day. Vis
26 July 2013
On Saturday 27 July at 2pm, the Art Gallery at WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre will be offering a unique and exciting opportunity to view ‘Dawn to Dusk’ art exhibition by local artists Hilary Hinds and Jackie Crooks. This exhibition is a collaborative
19 July 2013
A summer full of activities lies ahead at WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre. Everyday throughout the summer we have something on offer from pond dipping to storytelling, mini-beast hunting to den building, talks, walks plus show and tell activities. For the
16 July 2013
Pond dipping (c) Jerome Favre Kids grab your passports from reception and complete all the family fun activities. All you have to do is get your passport stamped at each activity which will take place at different tim
9 July 2013