Each year, WWT Martin Mere welcomes hundreds of whooper swans as they join us over the winter period. Visitors flock to see the species from late October to March, but many haven’t experienced the swans in a different light - floodlight.Most Tuesdays in
12 December 2023
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre becomes a true wildlife haven in the colder months, as our mere is full of activity from winter visitors such as pintail, wigeon, and whooper swans. In partnership with UK artist Quentin Blake, we are bringing our seasona
7 December 2023
As the festive season draws near, it’s time to start thinking of that perfect gift for your loved ones. Here are our recommendations!
10 November 2023
If you’re on the search for a great gift this Christmas, why not treat your loved ones to one of our newly launched gift cards?
3 November 2023
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre is excited to announce its new development plans for its popular Mere Tun Village.
1 November 2023
Don’t let the rain put you off a visit to Martin Mere! With the typical British weather constantly changing, we’ve got you covered for a fun day come rain or shine this October half-term (21-29 October). Take a look at what activities we have as pa
24 October 2023
Searching for that perfectly spooky day out in Lancashire this October half term? Eekish trails, pumpkin carving, canoe ‘scarefaris’, we have it all at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre!
19 October 2023
Take a ‘Tour of the Universe’ as part of a special Astronomy Evening at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre this month. WWT Martin Mere is working with the Liverpool Astronomical Society to offer a one-time special astronomy evening on 28 October. The ev
17 October 2023
WWT Martin Mere saw the first two Whooper Swans arrive on 10 October, and the first family of five arrive on 11 October. As of 16 October, we have seen over 400 whooper swans on the mere!Each year, whooper swans make the 500-mile migration from Iceland to
11 October 2023
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre is celebrating the arrival of three Chilean flamingo chicks - our first success in 10 years. Hatching near the beginning of September, the adorable chicks are wowing visitors and stealing our hearts. Nick Brooks, Centr
29 September 2023
Autumn is one of our favourite periods at Martin Mere. We see everything around us change to breathtaking colours and are joined by migratory species from the likes of Iceland. Drawn to Water: Quentin Blake at WWT We’ve partnered with well-known art
19 September 2023
The winners are in for the North West Wetland Photographer of the Year competition! Thank you to everyone who entered the competition, we have had some amazing submissions. Here are the winners: Wetlands and their Wildlife Winner: Maggie Bullo
14 September 2023
Excitement in Burscough as the highly anticipated sounds of over a thousand pink-footed geese fill the air during their arrival to WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Each year, the geese make the 500-mile journey from Iceland to spend the next couple of m
11 September 2023
Join WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre as it opens its doors to thousands of visitors for its annual North West Bird Watching Festival.
8 September 2023
As autumn arrives, a new season collection of Quentin Blake’s distinctive illustrations, influenced by wetlands and nature, give a new insight into the wonderful walking trails at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre.
5 September 2023