WWT Washington, Nature reserve in Tyne and Wear, England
The Washington Wetland Centre spans multiple habitats including ancient woodland, reedbeds, and Wader Lake, supporting numerous bird species and aquatic wildlife.
The wetland conservation site opened in 1975 as part of the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust network, transforming former industrial land into a protected natural environment.
The center maintains specialized breeding programs for endangered waterbirds while educating visitors about wetland ecosystems through guided walks and observation areas.
Visitors can observe wildlife from multiple observation hides throughout the reserve, with specialized feeding stations at Hawthorn Wood for close-up views of woodland birds.
The reserve houses a colony of Chilean flamingos and contains a saline lagoon system that attracts both resident and migratory water birds throughout the year.
Location: Tyne and Wear
Inception: 1975
Website: https://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/washington/
Website: https://wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/washington
GPS coordinates: 54.89900,-1.48400
Latest update: April 2, 2025 18:12
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Washington Old Hall
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Hylton Castle
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Lambton Castle
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Northern Spire Bridge
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Bowes Railway
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Victoria Viaduct
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Queen Alexandra Bridge
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Biddick Hall
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Doxford House
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Hylton Viaduct
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Mercure Newcastle George Washington Hotel Golf and Spa
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Chartershaugh Bridge
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Penshaw Bridge
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Church of St Gabriel
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