ShoreLife WWT Castle Espie Free Activities

Free, non-bookable activities for all the family at WWT Castle Espie.

Explore the natural beauty of our shoreline while enjoying a variety of activities designed for all ages.

Please note: There are bookable activities too— so if something catches your eye, be sure to secure your ticket - on sale soon!

As well as the non-bookable activity below, visitors will be able to enjoy displays and informative stalls centred around nature, sustainability and preservation...

Event Highlights

Archery Taster Sessions | Great for all the family! See Highlights section details below.

Wildlife Discovery | Visit the Hide to watch ducks, swans, and Brent geese up close, with expert staff on hand to share stories and facts.

Engaging Talks and Tours | Learn about the local wildlife, conservation efforts, and the history of WWT Castle Espie through guided tours and expert talks.

Global Guardians and the Superpowers of Wetlands | A talk by WWT Project Manager Alex Hughes. See Highlights section details below.

Live Music | Enjoy performances from local musicians throughout the day.

Get creative, and close to nature | Enjoy free entertainment and creative activities for all ages, live music and a few surprises as you explore the grounds.

Mini beasts backpacks | Borrow a mini beast backpack, perfect for budding wildlife explorers. Kids can use their very own magnifying bug collector and binoculars to take a closer look at all kinds of wildlife and bugs.

Whispers in the Wetlands | A family fun activity led by Mrs Maker is Art. See Highlights section details below.

Weave the Wild Shore with Kiri Cottage Crafts | A drop-in art activity. See Highlights section details below.

Special Guests | Hear from representatives from WWT Castle Espie and local environmental organisations, who you will find in the hides and lookout points, they will be sharing their insights and answering your questions. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about appreciating and protecting our beautiful shoreline.

Castle Espie Resident Ceramicist | A drop-in art activity. See Highlights section details below.

National Museums NI (NMNI): CEDaR | Come, chat with the team and learn about how you can participate in biological recording and contribute to citizen science. They’ll be bringing fascinating marine specimens, informative guides and facts of the species and habitats that can be found around the local coast and shoreline.

All details are subject to change.