What’s On - Summer Holidays at WWT Martin Mere
Looking for fun activities for the summer holidays? WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Burscough, West Lancashire, has an exciting lineup of events and activities for you and your family. Check out what’s on offer:
Summer Code Breakers
Join us from 20 July until 1 September for WWT Martin Mere's brand new Summer Code Breakers event. Find 18 clues hidden amongst the flamingos, otters, and more. Can you crack the code? Find out more.
- Cost: £1 per trail card (Standard admission applies for non-WWT members)
Mere Tun (Viking Village)
Travel back in time to our medieval Viking village every Monday and Tuesday during the summer holidays. Engage in activities like willow weaving, felting, and weapons training. Discover recipes made with wetland ingredients and explore the new longhouse to see how a village chief would have lived. Find out more.
- Cost: Included with admission
Moth Trapping
Visit the Discovery Hide daily at 10:30 am to see the fascinating moth species that inhabit WWT Martin Mere. From the vibrant elephant hawk-moth to the elegant white ermine, discover amazing species. Find out more.
- Cost: Included with admission
Pond Dipping
Join us at the Pond Zone from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm for free pond dipping sessions. Use nets and trays to get a closer look at what creatures live within our waters. Find out more.
- Cost: Included with admission
Hand Feeding
Experience hand-feeding ducks, geese, and swans. Purchase a bag of bird seed for £1.50 and feed our friendly birds. Find out more.
- Cost: £1.50 per bag of bird seed
Talks and Feeds
Attend daily talks and feeding sessions to learn more about our charming otters, stunning flamingos, and extraordinary Inca terns. Find out more.
- Cost: Included with admission
Plan Your Visit
Don’t miss out on these fantastic summer activities at WWT Martin Mere. Perfect for family fun and educational experiences, our events are designed to engage visitors of all ages. Whether you’re cracking codes, exploring a Viking village, or feeding the birds, there’s something for everyone this summer at WWT Martin Mere.
Book your tickets now and enjoy a memorable summer holiday at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre!
