WWT Welney announces line-up for Welney Weekender event

WWT Welney will host its two-day Weekender event on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 July.

The showcase will celebrate the nature reserve's beautiful surroundings by inviting experts in the field to speak on relevant topics.

Families can experience wildlife up close as well as hearing talks from experts (Image: WWT Welney)

Ajay Tegala - a ranger and presenter who has worked on Countryfile, Springwatch, Summerwatch and Autumnwatch - will headline on the Saturday with a talk about his experiences with wildlife while living in the Fens.

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Sunday's headliner will be Nick Acheson, a naturalist and conservationist who wrote The Meaning of Geese about his cycling adventure across north Norfolk.

During the days before each talk, guests can explore the site and marvel at its biodiversity.

Moth mornings and trailer tours to see the reserve's cattle herds will be running alongside exhibitions about Welney's conservation efforts. 

The event has been arranged to celebrate the arrival of the summer holidays (Image: WWT Welney)

Local artists and businesspeople who have supported Welney will also be on hand to sell their goods and demonstrate their crafts.

Lizzie Bruce, the WWT Welney site manager, said: “Our Welney Weekender event will give visitors unforgettable experiences in nature, creating memories for families and moments to connect with wetlands for nature lovers.

"The fantastic team of staff and volunteers, coming together with local businesses and conservation friends, enhances our commitment to engaging audiences with incredible species and wetlands within the wider landscape”.

WWT Welney will be open from 6.30am until 8pm on the Saturday and from 6.30pm to 4pm on the Sunday. 

WWT members can enter for free but non-member tickets are £5 for adults and £2.50 for children.