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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.

Upcoming events

White-clawed crayfish ranger engagement days at Wallington 

Meet the rangers down on the river walk and find out more about the fascinating native white-clawed crayfish.

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on
6 Sep 2025
at
13:00 to 15:00

Learn to Nordic walk at Wallington 

Learn to Nordic walk at Wallington this year with the team from Strolls with Poles. Enjoy the scenery around Wallington whilst learning this wonderful new skill.

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on
7 Sep to 7 Dec 2025
at
10:30 to 12:30
+ 3 other dates or times

Heritage Open Days - Wallington Estate Rothley Lakehouse 

Enjoy the opportunity to visit and find out about somewhere out of the ordinary with a tour of Rothley Lakehouse.

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on
12 Sep to 14 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 5 other dates or times

Women of Wallington - guided tour and talk 

Take a guided tour around the House at Wallington and learn more about its history through the lives, skills and enthusiasms of some of the remarkable women who have spent time here.

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on
12 Sep to 24 Oct 2025
at
15:30 to 16:30
+ 1 other date or time