Washington Wetland Centre

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Admission:	Check the website
Age Range:	All
Area:	Pattinson
Town:	Washington
County:	Tyne & Wear
Postcode:	NE38 8LE
Telephone:	0191 416 5454
Email:	info.washington@wwt.org.uk
Website:	http://www.wwt.org.uk/centre/123/washington.html
Opening Times:	9.30-5.30 (winter 4.30)
Opening Days:	All except Christmas

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Description:

Set in 45 hectares of stunning wetland and woodland on the River Wear, Washington Wetland Centre is one of the North East's biggest conservation success stories.

Our vibrant and fascinating wetlands area is home to exotic birds, amazing insects, beautiful wild scenery and so much more.

Don’t miss:

Our nesting colony of Grey Herons at Wader Lake – the largest in the region!
Spectacular views of colourful Bullfinches and Great-spotted Woodpeckers in Hawthorn Wood
The chance to get nose to beak with rare water birds at Close Encounters
Fluffy ducklings taking their first wobbly steps at Waterfowl Nursery (May-July)
The ancient woodland at Spring Gill and our majestic old oak trees
Our breeding colony of pink Chilean flamingos
Wonderful wildflower meadows – look out for Cuckoo Flowers, Bee Orchids and Yellow Rattle
Splash Zone adventure play area
Our dragonfly and amphibian ponds

Get close to nature and learn about the UK's diverse wetlands, their rich wildlife and the importance of WWT's conservation work.

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