Martin Mere
An internationally important wetland nature reserve, ranked by Birdwatching Magazine in the Top Ten sites to birdwatch in the UK. A year round attraction, home to a wetland animal collection (mainly water birds) canoe safari and adventure playground. Average visits last for around 4 hours – there is a full programme of guided walks and talks throughout the year. Rare and endangered water-birds can be hand-fed at the centre which is a magnet for thousands of wild ducks, geese and swans in the winter. Between March – October visitors can board a canoe and take a 30 minute expert guided tour of the wetlands. Groups welcome – can book in advance (catering Opening times: Winter (29 October to 23 March) : 9.30am to 4.30pm (car park closed at 4:30pm). Summer (from 24 March) : 9.30am to 6.00pm (car park closed at 6pm). Last admission one hour before closing.
options available) or simply visit on the day. Group packages available include: • Discounted admission • Free familiarisation trip for the group organiser • Free on the day entry for the group organiser • Free coach parking • Free entry for the coach driver • Coach driver refreshments • Welcome pack on arrival • Group catering packages Admission Prices: Adult £14.30 | Children (4-16 yrs) £7.65 | Children (under 4 yrs) free Family (2 adults and 2 children, 4-16 years) £37.30 Essential helpers assisting disabled visitors - free admission
WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough, Lancashire L40 0TA | +44 (0) 1704 895181 groups.martinmere@wwt.org.uk | wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/martin-mere/
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