Slimbridge15 Jul 2024New battery plant approved despite fire concernsFire experts say there is no clear plans for how 2,500 visitors and staff would be evacuated.15 Jul 202424 Feb 2024Kingfishers begin nesting early at wetland centreStaff think the birds have started building a nest for breeding earlier due to a mild winter.24 Feb 2024Gloucestershire19 Feb 2024Kingfishers start nesting early after mild winterThe bird species do not usually start building their nests until early March.19 Feb 2024Gloucestershire17 Nov 2023Pair of swan sweethearts make latest UK returnWild swans are stopping off further north as winters become milder, experts say.17 Nov 2023Science & Environment22 Oct 2023Volunteers hope growing hub will help floodplainsA community growing hub is aiming to grow up to 50,000 plants a year in a refurbished polytunnel. 22 Oct 20232 Aug 2023Two otters make home in conservation centreNamed Sam and Tilly, the Asian small-clawed otters had been moved from New Forest Wildlife Park.2 Aug 2023Gloucestershire20 Jul 2023Quentin Blake nature exhibition to launchSlimbridge Wetland Centre will host some of Sir Quentin's nature-themed artworks as part of a new trail.20 Jul 2023Gloucestershire24 May 2023Rare goslings born at Wetland centreIt is the second time the wetland centre has successfully bred the rare species.24 May 2023Gloucestershire16 May 2023Kingfishers successfully breed at wetland reserveThe birds are now raising their chicks, which are expected to fledge at the end of May.16 May 2023Gloucestershire