Martin Mere news
Historic photos of Martin Mere to Celebrate 50 years
Sir David Attenborough at Martin Mere Alice in Wonderland event at Martin Mere School children on a trip to Martin Mere, sat in front of the Visitor Centre Two twins at the old Adventure Playground tunnel BBC Radio 4's Wild
19 February 2025
50 facts about Martin Mere to celebrate its 50th anniversary
WWT bought the land in 1972 The site was first opened to the public on 1 March 1975 WWT purchased 363 acres and the site is now over 600 acres It was purchased for £52,000, which equates to roughly £604,000 today It is now one of 10 wetland c
18 February 2025
WWT Martin Mere celebrates its 50th in style with fantastic prizes up for grabs
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre is marking a major milestone, its 50th anniversary, on Saturday, 1 March 2025, and they are inviting everyone to join in on the celebrations!Throughout the birthday weekend, visitors can explore a special anniversary exhibit
14 February 2025
WWT Martin Mere wins gold for sustainability at the Lancashire Tourism Awards
Lancashire’s top tourism and hospitality businesses took centre stage at the 2024 Lancashire Tourism Awards, held in the world-famous Tower Ballroom on Tuesday, February 11.From large and small attractions to visitor experiences and accessible tourism,
12 February 2025
Lancashire’s WWT Martin Mere is turning 50!
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre, Lancashire, is celebrating its 50th anniversary on 1 March 2025, marking five decades of conservation, education, and unforgettable wildlife experiences. The popular wildlife centre initially opened to WWT members in lat
11 February 2025
Seriously squelchy fun awaits families at Mudfest 2025 this February half-term
Families are invited to grab their wellies and head to WWT Martin Mere this February half term for Mudfest 2025. Kids of all ages can enjoy squelching, splashing and stomping through a series of marvellously muddy activities throughout the school holidays
9 February 2025
Behind the scenes at our white stork health check
Mid-January, the Living Collection team at WWT Martin Mere came together for our annual White Stork health check, a crucial part of ensuring the wellbeing of species. The white storks, a resident bird species at WWT Martin Mere, are monitored each year
28 January 2025
Highest Marsh Harrier count for the site
On Sunday 19th January as part of the national Harrier survey (monthly winter harrier roost survey). The reserve team counted a new site record for Marsh Harriers with 45 going into roost across the site!! The first individuals started arriving at 3:30p
21 January 2025
2024 best reserve highlights
2024 was a fantastic year for breeding success at WWT Martin Mere. Across the reserve, we witnessed an abundance of new life and site records, including the first-ever recorded breeding of bitterns. Take a listen to our Reserve Manager, Louise Greenwoo
3 January 2025
New Year's resolution ideas for 2025
As we step into the new year, many of us will reflect on how 2024 went and how we’d like to improve our lives throughout 2025.
31 December 2024
A wild guide to winter
Winter is one of our most popular seasons as migrating species visit us and fill our mere with activity. Winter waders, ducks, geese and swans all come together and can be seen up close at our Daily Wild Bird Feeds from the Discovery Hide and Raines Obser
1 December 2024
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.
28 November 2024
All Aboard! Sail to Santa starts this weekend
Get ready for a festive adventure at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre as Sail to Santa kicks off this 30 November and runs every weekend until 23 December!The popular Sail to Santa event occurs yearly and invites families to meet Santa. During the experienc
27 November 2024
Listen to BBC Radio 3 at WWT Martin Mere
BBC Radio 3 will broadcast live from WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre on 1 December. As dawn breaks, Kantos Chamber Choir will be live in our Discovery Hide bringing festive cheer with carols both traditional and new. Presenter Tom McKinney will be taking t
25 November 2024
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.
21 November 2024