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Photograph of watercolour paint pallete and artwork of Dipper birds, with a page of painting exercises.

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Join us on World Wetlands Day to celebrate the curious and characterful Dipper. The Dipper is our only aquatic songbird and can be found bobbing and diving along fast flowing rivers throughout Gwent.

In honour of its watery habits, we have chosen to study our subject in watercolour paint!

Details: Sunday 2nd February 2025, 10:00am – 2:30 pm (with lunch break)

We will provide photo inspiration, paints, brushes and paper, however, if you'd like to build a personal nature journal, please bring along your own mixed-media (watercolour suitable) art book.

Light refreshments will be provided, but please bring your own packed lunch.

Please note that this workshop is not run by professional artists, but by staff with a passion for connecting people to wildlife through craft. No previous experience is needed! The cost of the activity covers materials and supports the work of Gwent Wildlife Trust. This activity is only suitable for 16+.

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Adult£45.00 per ticket

16+ only. Price excludes booking fee.

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Magor Marsh Magor Marsh, CaldicotMagor Marsh is the last relatively natural area of fenland on the Gwent Levels. From the fleeting glimpse of a kingfisher, to the sight of colourful dragonflies darting over the reens, this is an inspiring place to visit.

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Exit the M4 at Junction 23A and take the first left, signposted 'Magor/Caldicot' on the B4245. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit to Magor. After entering Magor, take the right turn signposted 'Magor Square' and with a brown tourist sign for Magor Marsh below. Follow the road round to the right (signed Llandevenny/Redwick') and past the ruins of the Priory. After crossing a narrow railway bridge, turn left immediately and follow this road for about 400m and reserve entrance is on the right, opposite houses and a small brown bird sign.

Public Transport Directions

From Newport, Magor town can be reached on bus route 74. ­­Disembark at 'Magor-Withy Walk' bus stop and it's a short 10-15 minute walk to the nature reserve via Redwick Road. Cross over the railway bridge and turn immediately left onto Whitewall.

Paint a Watercolour Dipper (Wild About Craft series)

Type:Arts & Crafts Event

Gwent Wildlife Trust, Magor Marsh, Derek Upton Centre, Whitewall, Magor, Monmouthshire, NP26 3DD
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Opening Times

Season (2 Feb 2025)
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Sunday10:00 - 14:30

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