Castle Espie
Birdwatch Morning at WWT
Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, United KingdomJoin experts as they take a closer look at the wonderful variety of birds across the wetland reserve. Everyone is welcome - no prior birdwatching knowledge required. Come along and you might even spot something new! When: 28 Feb & 27 Mar Where: WWT, Castle Espie Cost: Admission charge Time: 10.30am - 12pm Visit the […]
Mum’s Go Free for Mother’s Day
Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, United KingdomTreat your mum to a relaxing day out at Castle Espie. Spring is a brilliant time to visit the centre, with the gardens in bloom, butterflies and dragonflies flitting over the ponds and tiny ducklings waddling after their mothers. While you're here, why not treat mum to a coffee and cake in the café, or […]
Make Your Own Mini-Wetland #NISF24
Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, United KingdomAs part of NI Science Festival 2024, the Learning Team are showing you just how easy it is to give nature a boost. Get stuck in with pond dipping and learn to identify the incredible creatures you discover. Then, discover the simplicity of creating a mini-wetland to support diverse wildlife in your local area. Mini-wetlands […]
The Big Hideout
Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, United KingdomCalling all budding birdwatchers! This half term, kids are taking over the bird hides. Borrow a pair of binoculars or get crafty and make your own. Discover the wild birds that live in our wetlands – and how to tell them apart. And let your imagination soar with bird-themed activities. Whether you’re a beginner with […]
Meet the Keeper
Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, United KingdomMeet one of the WWT Keepers who care for the collection of birds from around the world. Ask them anything about the collection of ducks and geese, or about any of your other birdy favourites onsite! When: Daily Where: WWT Castle Espie, Comber Cost: Admission charge Time: 10am – 5pm Visit the event website here: […]
Wild Welly Walks
Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, United KingdomIt's time to run, splash and play your way around Castle Espie with the updated Wild Welly Walk trail. Pick up a checklist and try to complete all the activities on your adventure. Collect your free cookie when you present your finished trail card back at the centre. When: Daily Where: WWT Castle Espie, Comber […]
Drawn to Water: Winter
Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, United KingdomPull on your boots and discover the magic of our wetlands this autumn with Quentin Blake's illustrations as your guide. Quentin says "Visitors will be walking with me, and I like to think of myself walking with them. I shan't mind if I get my feet wet." Pick up one of our Drawn to Water […]
New Year’s Day Walkabout
Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, United KingdomGet the whole family together for an entertaining guided tour of Castle Espie with Learning Manager John McCullough. Learn something new about the human and natural history of our site and feel the mood-boosting effects of wondrous wetlands. What a way to kick off the year! When: Mon 1 Jan Where: WWT Castle Espie, Comber […]