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Description
Martin Mere is a Site of Special Interest. The name of the centre comes from the mere on the west side of the reserve, which is ringed by more than ten observation hides. This reserve is at its best in winter, attracting huge flocks of Pink-footed Goose, Eurasian Wigeon and Common Teal, many Whooper Swan, and occasional rarer birds such as Snow Goose, American Wigeon and Green-winged Teal. It is also excellent for wintering birds of prey such as Hen Harrier, Peregrine Falcon and Merlin. Waders such as Black-tailed Godwit, Ruff and Common Redshank can be seen from hides as well as rarer smaller birds such as Brambling in the woodlands.
Details
Access
WWT Martin Mere is located 5 km north of Ormskirk and 8 km east of Southport. The site has a large car park. Click on the P in the map for directions. Admission price for adults £ 14.50.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , ReedbedsConditions
Flat , WetCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
Winter , AutumnBest time to visit
Winter , Autumn migrationRoute
Wide pathDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
Photo Martin Mere by Chris Denny, CC BY-SA 2.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.