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World Rivers Day at Wallington

Join us on World Rivers Day to find out what makes Wallington's rivers special and make your own willow fish to take home.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world's waterways.

Home to the endangered native white-clawed crayfish and a family of beavers, the rivers and burns around Wallington are special.

Make your own willow fish or beaver mask to take home, take a close up look at some crayfish, find out more about the beavers and discover what else lives in the river.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Head to the large seating area on the river walk. Start out on the river walk from the play areas and you'll find the team before Trout bridge.

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