Martin Mere news
Back by popular demand, Mudfest returns to WWT Martin Mere
Stomp, splash and squelch this February half-term
26 November 2025
WWT Martin Mere celebrates record-breaking number of cattle egret
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Burscough is celebrating a wildlife milestone after a site record of 74 cattle egret was confirmed roosting on site. The birds were counted by a volunteer and then another count by reserve wardens of at least 60 using a
24 November 2025
Exclusive after-hours floodlit swan evenings at Martin Mere
Want to experience a truly unique wildlife experience? WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Burscough, Lancashire, is hosting after-hours floodlit swan evenings.
23 November 2025
Important Café Update : From 3rd November
From 3rd November, our café kitchen will be closed for refurbishment. During this time, our front-of-house will remain open, offering soup, sandwiches (including sausage sandwiches), cakes and ice cream, and drinks. We are yet to confirm a reopening dat
23 November 2025
Christmas gifts? We've got you covered
As the festive season draws near, it’s time to start thinking of that perfect gift for your loved ones.
19 November 2025
Final spaces remain for a trip to Santa's Island!
Looking for something different this Christmas? Get ready for a magically festive adventure as WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre returns with the popular Sail to Santa event. Kicking off from 6th December, families can hop on board the boat ride to Santaâ€
18 November 2025
November bird of the month: Bar-Headed Goose
Hmm... we wonder where it gets its name?
3 November 2025
WWT Martin Mere reopen
WWT Martin Mere is looking forward to welcoming back visitors at 9.30AM on Monday 27 October, after a temporary closure due to avian influenza.
23 October 2025
October bird of the month: Muscovy Duck
Each month, we are shining a spotlight on the resident species at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre! This month, say hello to our wonderfully charismatic Muscovy Duck! Our resident Muscovy is a male and he can usually be spotted near the Chilean flamingo
19 October 2025
Whooper Swans Return to WWT Martin Mere for Winter Migration!
The whooper swans have begun their annual winter migration to WWT Martin Mere. Alongside the pink-footed goose, the whooper swan is an iconic migratory species visiting from Iceland. They visit during the colder months to avoid the harsher weather back
10 October 2025
Martin Mere calls all witches and wizards for a magical October half term
Families are invited to step into a ‘Super Natural’ adventure at WWT Martin Mere this October half-term. From 25 October until 2 November, families can weave a little magic into their day by designing a willow wand to cast spells, finding ingredients
3 October 2025
9,000 geese arrive at Martin Mere
Autumn is well upon us at WWT Martin Mere as we welcomed just under 9,000 pink-footed geese on 24 September. The geese make the spectacular journey all the way from Iceland over the autumn and winter to avoid the harsher weather back home.
25 September 2025
Full line-up of guest speakers announced for this year's North West Bird Watching Festival
WWT Martin Mere has announced an exciting roster of guest speakers for this year’s North West Bird Watching Festival, taking place on 18–19 October. The Lancashire festival promises to be a celebration of wildlife and conservation with talks fro
17 September 2025
September bird of the month: Red-breasted goose
Each month, we’re shining a spotlight on one of our fascinating feathered residents, offering the chance to learn more about the incredible diversity of birdlife here at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre. For September, we are highlighting o
12 September 2025
Insect Photography Competition Winners
As part of our brand new Dragonfly Festival, we launched our first Insect Photography Competition, inviting visitors to discover the beauty and detail of the insect world through a lens. The competition featured two categories, adult and junior, and we s
1 September 2025