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 | | | | | | | | | |  BBC Copyright | | Martin Mere in Lancashire is one of Britain's most important wetland habitats and is run by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, the largest international wetland conservation charity in the UK. | |  | After the loss of our wetlands, many are being restored. They are amongst the very best places for summer wildlife from birds to bugs. | |  | - Wetlands are a must for nature lovers. They are especially good for bird watching, bug spotting and pond dipping.
| | | Martin Mere - Visitor Guide | | Address: | Martin Mere, The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Burscough, Lancashire. | | Postcode | L40 0TA | | Telephone: | 01704 895 181 | | e-mail | info.martinmere@wwt.org.uk | | Grid reference: | Grid reference: SD436108 | | Key attraction: | Walks and hides. | | Essential kit: | Binoculars and scopes. Walking shoes. Bird and insect identification guides. Magnifying glass for resting bugs. | | Nature watching: | Bird watching. Dragonfly and Damselfly. Bats. Special Barn Owl walks are organised by the reserve on occasional early evenings. | | Facilities: | Licensed cafeteria, children's play area, art/craft gallery, gift shop, picnic tables, bird hides, baby changing unit. | | Access: | Excellent disabled access throughout the centre, including hides and toilet facilities. The reserve also offers free wheelchair loan, special parking area and materials for visitors with limited sight/hearing. Reduced rates for helpers and Guide Dogs allowed. | | Getting there: | By car: Situated off the A59, Martin Mere is signposted from the M61, M58 and M6.
Rail: Served by the Southport to Manchester and Liverpool to Preston lines - alight at Burscough Station.
Car parking: Free car and coach parking available | | Opening times: | Daily from 9.30am - 5.30pm (5pm November - February). Closed Christmas Day. | | Charges: | Adult £6.00, Concessions (Students, Senior Citizens) £4.80, Child £3.80, Family Ticket £15.55.
Groups: Adult £5.00, Concessions (Students, Senior Citizens) £3.75, Child £2.80.
Free to WWT members. |
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