What’s on this Autumn - great days out at Martin Mere near Southport

Autumn is a fantastic time for nature lovers looking to visit our centre. We’ll see lots of migration taking place as the months begin to get colder, including the arrival of up to 30,000 of our much-loved stars of the season, the pink-footed geese, as they stop off at Martin Mere before heading south to spend the winter there.

To celebrate their arrival, we have several special events, from Dawn Flights to free late night openings, and our North West Bird Watching Festival, so that you can see the spectacle for yourself!

We also have some fun-filled family events which you don’t want to miss out on - including our very popular Animal Magic event and brand new, spooktastic eek! week event. Here’s what's on at our Lancashire wetland centre:

Animal Magic
Dates: Saturday 24 - Sunday 25 September

Cost: General admission prices. Members enter free

Over this weekend, WWT Martin Mere will be joined by National Exotics - Animal Rescue Service, Cheshire Falconry, and Holmes Chapel Zoo as they bring everything from cute skunks and slimy snakes to beautiful birds of prey. There will even be a guinea pig petting area for the chance to cuddle with a guinea pig!

More information.

Dawn Flights
Dates: Saturday 1, 8, 22, 29 October

Cost: £18.00 per person

A fantastic opportunity for nature lovers - participants will be able to experience the thrill of an early morning hide visit. You’ll be joined by a warden and get exclusive access to the Discover Hide from 7am, offering the best view of the mere. Sit in the comfort of the hide and watch as the sun rises and thousands of pink-footed geese awaken and take off in a honking flurry. Then, you’ll get to finish the day with a delicious full English breakfast in our cafe, a perfect end to an unforgettable experience.