Road closure in place

The road is closed on Wiggins lane (up past Windmill Farm) and visitors travelling from Southport and Preston to Martin Mere will be diverted to the A59.
Martin Mere is accessible from the A59 Burscough. There are road closed signs in place but these are pre-warning signs for the closure on Wiggins Lane.

What's on

What's coming up at WWT Martin Mere, from events and things to do, to news and blogs.

Events

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Floodlit Swans

Enjoy watching thousands of whooper swans by floodlight at the Discovery Hide.

7 January 2025 - 1 February 2025

Children's Free Art Workshops with Rita

15 September - 27 October

Art Workshops with Kerry Newell

Learn a new skill or develop an old one.

21 September - 23 November

Late Night Opening: Goose Spectacular

Late night openings every Wednesday & Saturday in October to witness thousands of pink footed geese coming in to roost.

2 - 26 October (Wed and Sat only)

Things to see and do

Canoe safari and boat tour

Canoe safari and boat tour

What will you discover when you explore the reserve by boat?

Outdoor Adventures

Outdoor Adventures

There's plenty to see and do for a full day out at Martin Mere

Wetland superstars

Wetland superstars

Discover some of the most eye-catching water birds from around the world

Family Favourites

Family Favourites

Families who enjoy a day of discovery will find hours of fun at Martin Mere

Latest news

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North West Bird Watching Festival returns this weekend!

16 October 2024

October Half Term Promises a Week of Super Natural Activities at WWT Martin Mere

20 September 2024

Extremely rare breeding of pink-footed geese at WWT Martin Mere

12 September 2024

North West Wetland Photography Competition Winners

10 September 2024

With so many wildlife encounters and inspiring activities, no two visits are the same.

A visit also supports our vital work to restore wetlands and their wildlife.

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