Days out
Newport Wetlands
NashOpenSee opening timesTake a walk through reedbeds and along the estuary to see waterbirds and dragonflies. Join us most Saturday mornings in the summer for our moth reveal – see what colourful creatures have been attracted to our light overnight.
About
Newport Wetlands is a blend of wetlands, reedbeds and estuary habitats, including the thick, squelchy mud that waders and wildfowl love to forage in.
Look among the reedbeds for Lapwings and Oystercatchers, or look skyward for Swallows and Swifts through the summer. Warm days bring dragonflies, bees and Grass Snakes out, and we also often see Weasels and Stoats. As dusk falls, watch thousands of Starlings take to the sky for their beautiful winter murmurations.
Download our trail map, to help you plan your visit.
At a glance
130 spaces 10 Blue Badge spaces 180 metres from the visitor centre. Tarmac surface, path to visitor centre compacted with limestone chippings and dust. 2 metre height restriction.
There are accessible toilets available on ground floor of Visitor Centre with level, step-free access from car park.
Two baby changing facilities available.
Pushchair Accessible
Pushchair Accessible
There are three mobility scooters and two wheelchairs available for use on the reserve. Whilst booking is not essential, we recommend checking availability in advance by contacting the Visitor Centre. To borrow mobility equipment please bring a RSPB membership card, or photo ID and proof of address if not a RSPB member.
There is a mobility passport scheme for the convenience of regular users, please ask at reception for details. All trails are level on compacted gravel and dust, with one incline using a zig-zag. Floating walkways have been used by wheelchairs, scooters and pushchairs but caution should be taken due to buoyancy. A wheelchair-accessible hide and viewing screens overlook the reedbeds and main lagoons.
Toilets available. All toilets have level, step-free access from car park.
BBQs are a fire risk, endangering other people and the precious wildlife and habitats here. They are not permitted on the reserve at any time.
There is one permissive dog walking route on the perimeter of the reserve marked by pawprint signs. You can get a map from the visitor centre, where there are tethering rings and a drinking bowl at the entrance. Limited dog-friendly outdoor seating is provided at the front of the Visitor Centre.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.
Cycling on the reserve is restricted to a designated route.
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Find out about school visits
Bring your science and geography lessons to life with our curriculum linked sessions run by our learning team on the reserve. We offer a variety of hands on, practical sessions which you can choose from. Find out more about our school visits here.
Contact Newport Wetlands
newport-wetlands@rspb.org.uk Newport Wetlands Visitor Centre, West Nash Road, Newport, Newport, NP18 2BZ 01633 636363