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Our otters will be off show 7th-13th July whilst we complete essential works on their habitat. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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North West Bird Watching Festival

Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 October 2025

From dawn till dusk

Open from 8am, watch the spectacle of thousands of geese leave the roost before heading for breakfast in Mere Side Café. We'll then be open until 7pm on Saturday to welcome them back.

From guest speakers and exhibitors to photography workshops and guided reserve walks, there’s a whole range of activities for you to enjoy for a full day out from dawn till dusk.

Experience Autumn's best highlights

The North West Bird Watching Festival celebrates the migratory species that visit our Lancashire wetland centre during the Autumn and Winter. Along with the pink-footed geese, the mere fills with thousands of pintail, shoveler, gadwall, and pochard.

Useful Information

Those finer details to help you plan your trip.