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Breeding gulls and avocets makes this a great time to visit Martin Mere
It's impossible not to see our black-headed gulls at this time of year. There are over 500 pairs currently breeding on islands in the mere and many have already hatched young. The colony makes a lot of noise and you can experience this best at the Disc
3 June 2021
WWT Martin Mere thanks its pandemic volunteer stars
At the start of National Volunteers Week June 1 - 7, Martin Mere Wetland Centre, run by the charity The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) has paid tribute to its army of volunteers who helped the site get through the past, difficult year. From testing wa
27 May 2021
New species fly into Martin Mere
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre have welcomed a new species to our collection this week with the arrival of 12 Inca Terns. This uniquely plumaged bird breeds on the coasts of Peru and Chile and is native to the same region of South America as the ancien
27 May 2021
May Half Term
There’s a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature’s most wonderful wildlife.
26 May 2021
A wild guide to Summer at Martin Mere
Summer is an amazing time of year to discover wetland wildlife. This guide is here to help you make the most of your day and have an amazing wetland adventure. As you head out of the door and walk up towards the discovery hide, you have the option to tur
25 March 2021
On World Wetlands Day charities collaborate to launch wetlands and wellbeing guide
WWT, in partnership with leading mental health charity the Mental Health Foundation (MHF), have created a guide to help people improve their mental health and wellbeing by getting out and connecting with winter wetland nature.
2 February 2021
Lose yourself in a winter wonder wetland at WWT Martin Mere
This year, people have been connecting with nature in new and interesting ways and winter at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre is the perfect excuse to wrap up and get outdoors to experience the beauty that the coldest season has to offer on and around the w
15 December 2020
Top tips for wildlife spotting
For many of us, spotting wildlife is a key part of a visit to WWT Martin Mere, and while our hides are sadly closed, we wanted to give you some great hints and tips on where to spot various wildlife without having to step foot in a hide! As you head ou
6 December 2020
WWT Martin Mere to welcome back schools
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre will open their doors to school pupils from December 1. Forced to close their doors to such excursions in March, the conservation charity is pleased to be able to once again help children reconnect with nature in a safe an
19 October 2020
Fall for nature’s spectacle at WWT Martin Mere this autumn
Just as wetlands offer sanctuary to thousands of animals over the colder months, they also make the perfect place to safely escape the everyday and appreciate one of nature’s greatest shows - autumn. For WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre, it is a spectac
2 October 2020
Vote to ban lead ammunition shot down again as dirty tricks prevail
Lead ban on hold yet again as last minute objection derails plans.
15 July 2020
Coronavirus - latest statement
We are pleased to announce that Martin Mere Wetland Centre will re-open on Wednesday 10 June
3 June 2020
New life to celebrate at Martin Mere
Although our centre is currently closed to the public, our work has been continuing behind the scenes. It’s been a very busy week, with new arrivals to look after for both teams.
30 March 2020
Cape Barren goslings hatch
We are delighted to announce that four Cape Barren goslings have hatched at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. As a relatively new pairing at Martin Mere, these are the first goslings from this pair of geese, who will now have a lifelong bond.
25 March 2020
Owl spectacular on the reserve
Martin Mere is a great place to see a wide variety of owls – you could see up to 4 species in one day.
6 March 2020