About RSPB Newport Wetlands

Nestling between the Severn Estuary and the River Usk on the beautiful South Wales coast, Newport Wetlands is a vibrant, exciting place for people and wildlife.

Our favourite times of the year are: Easter, where were run our brilliant Gwen Goose egg trail and pond dipping kicks off the season! Summer time is fantastic to explore the world of creatures great and small with bees buzzing, dragonflies darting and butterflies bouncy about flowers. Our Discovery Zone is a brilliant place to let the kids run wild and use their imagination to sore. Our natural play structures and bouncy bridge are a huge hit! The most magical time is the winter where Starlings murmurate and leave your jaw dropping! Some have even brought a tear, they are truly exceptional and an absolute must see!

  • We are just a stones throw from Newport, Bristol and Cardiff

    Being only 20 minutes from the M4, we are super easy to get to and have everything you need for a wonderful, nature-filled day out.

  • Activities you can't do anywhere else!

    Our pond dipping activities are our most popular thing to do on a trip here. From discovering the underwater world to watching Great Diving Beetles and Stickleback fish, what will you catch in your net?

  • Fantastic facilities

    From our lovely shop full of nature friendly gifts and toys to our cosy cafe with wonderful views over the pond which serves homemade Welsh Rarebits and trusty fish finger sandwiches. Oh, and of course, plenty of coffee and cake! We also have natural play structures so your children's imagination can run wild as they discover new and exciting things.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Tuesday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday, 09:00 - 17:00

Special Days

  • Tuesday December 24 2024: Closed
  • Wednesday December 25 2024: Closed

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Directions

RSPB Newport Wetlands

R S P B Wetlands Reserve, West Nash Road, Nash, Newport, Monmouthshire and Gwent, NP18 2BZ, Wales

Join the A48 at either junction 24 or 28 of the M4. Follow the A48 until you come to the Spytty Retail Park roundabout. Exit onto the A4810 Queensway Meadows. At the first roundabout take the third exit onto Meadows Road and follow the brown tourist signs to the reserve. Number 63 bus from Newport city centre goes to the visitor centre, and is a demand responsive service. For booking details contact Newport Bus on 01633 211202.

Tel: 01633636363

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