World Wetlands Day Guided Tour

Person looking out at Walthamstow Wetlands from the terrace

© Eleanor Church

Walthamstow Wetlands Engine House view

Walthamstow Wetlands Engine House view credit Ian Phillips

World Wetlands Day Guided Tour

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Join the team at the reserve, to celebrate this international holiday, learn about the importance of wetlands around the world and the threats responsible for their rapid loss.

Event details

Meeting point

Main gates on 2 Forest Road, N17 9NH

Date

Time
7:30am - 9:00am
A static map of World Wetlands Day Guided Tour

About the event

World Wetlands Day is an environmentally related celebration, which started in the 1970's following the first Ramsar Convention. The Convention was set up to protect Wetlands of International Importance - our very own Walthamstow Wetlands is protected under the Ramsar Convention!

Join us on an out-of-hours guided tour around the reserve, led by a member of the London Wildlife Trust on site team, to learn about the heritage of the area, the diverse habitats around the site and some of the wildlife that can be seen. Discover why wetlands are so important, the different types and the threats they are facing, as well as about our current projects.

This is a gentle tour around the reserve on paths - there may be some gentle inclines so strong stout footwear is recommended. The tour will last approximately 1.5hrs and will be fully outdoors - so dress for the weather! If you have binoculars bring them along, but it’s not essential.

This event is aimed at adults aged 18+, but can be inclusive for young people aged 11 and above, who must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Further information will be sent out prior to the event.

All proceeds from this event enable London Wildlife Trust's mission of Nature recovery for a thriving city.

Booking

Price

£15

Additional booking information

London Wildlife Trust will refund the full ticket value only (£15) if requested 7 days before the event.

Suitable for

Adults, Beginners

Know before you go

Dogs

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Assistance dogs only

Please be advised that trained assistance dogs on duty are welcome, but in order to protect the sensitive habitat and drinking water supply, we cannot allow other dogs or pets of any kind on-site, as the wildlife may become distressed.

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Mobility

The walk will last approximately 1.5 hours and will include some gentle inclines.

Please contact the team via email if you have additional mobility requirements and need further information. 

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Wheelchair access

There are accessible trails around the reserve, as well as ramps leading to the café, toilets and shop area.
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What to bring

Comfortable footwear, water and binoculars if you have them (not essential)

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Parking information

There is a paid car park on site, which can be open upon request.
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Bicycle parking

Available outside the Engine House
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Contact us

The Engagement Team