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.
 
Want to experience a truly unique wildlife experience? WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Burscough, Lancashire, is hosting after-hours floodlit swan evenings on select days in January and February.

Join a warden and sit in the comfort of the Discovery Hide after hours and watch as hundreds of whooper swans shine bright by floodlight on the water. As you watch the live bird feed, listen to insightful live commentary about their migratory journey from Iceland and why they spend the colder months at Martin Mere.

Reserve Manager, Louise Greenwood, said: “We are joined by hundreds of whooper swans in winter, reaching peak numbers in January when we can see up to 2,000 swans on our reserve each year.

“Our floodlit swan evenings are an amazing opportunity to get a closer look at the species and learn all about them from our expert team. As well as the swans, you’ll see other migratory species, such as pink-footed geese, wigeons, and pintails. If you are a nature lover, this is an event not to be missed.”

The event will take place on:

Tuesday 7 Jan: 5pm - 6:30pm

Tuesday 14 Jan: 5pm - 6:30pm

Tuesday 21 Jan: 5pm - 6:30pm

Saturday 1 Feb: 5pm - 6:30pm

Booking is essential for this event and costs £9.11 (child), £12.59 (concession), £14.03 (adult). To book or find out more, visit the WWT Martin Mere website.