WWT Welney Wetland Centre
WWT Welney Wetland Centre
Nature Reserve
VAQAS
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01353 860711
info.welney@wwt.org.uk
www.wwt.org.uk/welney
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Hundred Foot Bank,
Welney,
Wisbech,
Norfolk,
PE14 9TN
Events at this Venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Wed 5 Jan - Mon 28 Feb | Swan feeds at WWT Welney Wetland Centre |
Details
Our wetland centres remain open for now, with some important and immediate changes. Open access to nature and wetlands can be hugely beneficial in helping our wellbeing in these unprecedented times. Please read our latest statement for more details > socsi.in/5qcmv ‘
Spread your wings at WWT Welney Wetland Centre and spend a day exploring the wetlands in the heart of the Fens. Your wild adventure is enhanced by the comforts found in the visitor centre. Begin your day with breathtaking views over the Fen landscape from the cafe. Here you can spy hares boxing, and water voles in spring or the elusive water rail in winter, all with a nice cup of tea or coffee.
A walk across the footbridge brings you to the first and largest of the hides; where commentated swan feeds can be enjoyed during the winter months. There is no need to worry about getting chilly; this centrally heated hide allows you to watch the swan spectacle in comfort. In the summer months watch house martins and swallows raise their young in front of you.
Exploring the wider reserve will give you access to four further hides, from which you can watch thousands of ducks and wading birds in winter or chicks and duckling taking their first steps in summer. Along the footpaths look out for butterflies, bumblebees and dragonflies, or find out what lives beneath the surface at the pond dipping stations.
Enjoy swathes of colour as wildflowers line the summer walk, and totally immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the wetlands at this furthest point of the reserve.
Everything you need for an unforgettable day out.
Eating Facilities
Our Wigeon cafe offers the chance to enjoy home-cooked food whilst looking out on fantastic Fenland views. Our bright, big-windowed café comes with a gorgeous panorama over the stunning wetlands of the Fens. There's space for everyone - friends, families, groups - to enjoy freshly-cooked food and Fairtrade hot drinks to tickle all tastebuds. Grab a cold snack, sit-down with a hot meal and enjoy views to dine-for. Open from 10am daily.
Disabled Access
Wheelchairs are available on site with good access to the visitor centre, bridge, centrally-heated main observatory and many hides and walkways. A hearing loop exists in the visitor centre and main observatory.
Gift Shop
Something for everyone - bursting with luxury gifts, gorgeous greeting cards, sterling souvenirs, as well as the latest wildlife books, bird care essentials, and Opticron telescopes and binoculars. Plus, optics specialists, In Focus, hold sales here throughout the year, and are happy to guide and advise you on equipment.
Opening details
March - October: 9.30am - 5pm; November - February: Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 8pm. Closed Christmas Day.
Prices
Admission; Adult £8.90, Child £5.10, Concessions £7.60, Family ticket (2+2) £23.80.
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: TL 546944 Lat: 52.52587 Long: 0.27784
By Road:
WWT Welney Wetland Centre is 12 miles north of Ely, 26 miles north of Cambridge and 33 miles east of Peterborough. It is 2 miles south of Welney village - turning off the A1101 at the New Bedford Suspension Bridge, signed Ten Mile Bank. Occasionally the A1101 is flooded between Welney village and the Suspension Bridge - and is closed to cars. Under such circumstances, access to WWT Welney Wetland Centre is always possible from Ely or Downham Market, off the A10.
Parking: free
Nearby
Local AccommodationFacilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Gift shop
On-site catering
Picnic site
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Welcome Host
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality
Children welcome
Mobility Accessibility Facilities
Smoking not allowed
Hearing Accessibility Facilities
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
- Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesPublic Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Lift equipped with raised floor numbers or braille numbers or letters
- Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
- Baby changing facilities
- Hearing loop installed in public areas
General
- Hearing loop system
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Clear signage
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
- Wheelchairs provided
- Free
- Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
- Automatic door at the main entrance
Food
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
- Gluten free (coeliacs)
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
- High chairs for children
- Children's menu
