Welney news
Water levels and access
Water levels are currently high on the Ouse Washes, great views of the large pochard flock in front of the main hide, the flight in of swans at dusk and the variety of birds on Lady Fen. Access is possible from Ely, Littleport and Downham Market.
17 December 2020
Artist Gill McCoy features in the gallery this December
Our gallery is home to the work of Gill McCoy this December, enjoy her work this winter whilst you are in the visitor centre and find the perfect picture to take home.
14 December 2020
50th Anniversary of WWT Welney
From humble beginnings to awe-inspiring visitor experiences, we celebrate 50 years of wetland conservation across 1,300 acres of the Ouse Washes and beyond.
7 November 2020
Wild cranes at Welney
Get closer to cranes foraging at WWT Welney Wetland Centre before they move on for winter.
11 September 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
7 August 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
2 August 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
24 July 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
17 July 2020
Chicks of threatened species fledge from Fenland wetlands
We are happy to report two pairs of black-tailed godwits have managed to fledge three chicks this breeding season. The first time since 2017, and the first time since 2006 for the Ouse Washes part of the reserve. But godwits are still very vulnerable.
16 July 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
10 July 2020
The Fens: A Wild Year
We’re excited to be appearing on BBC Two’s - The Fens: A Wild Year at 9pm this Friday, 10th July. A series documenting the seasonal changes within landscape, wildlife and people of a select few parts of the UK.
10 July 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only with limited numbers. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
3 July 2020
Artist Martin Gibbons features in the gallery this July and August
Our gallery will be home to the work of Martin Gibbons this summer, enjoy his work whilst you are in the visitor centre and find the perfect picture to take home.
1 July 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only with limited numbers. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
26 June 2020
Reserve update - bringing wetland wildlife to you
Welney Wetland Centre is now re-opened for pre-booked visits only with limited numbers. We have a smaller than normal team on site at present, but will continue to bring the reserve to you on the website and social media until you are able to visit.
19 June 2020