West Lancashire offers a mix of market town heritage, open countryside and a food scene that has gained national attention, with Ormskirk at its centre. Known for its long-running market, still held twice a week, the town combines traditional stalls with independent shops, cafés and historic streets. The area is also home to outstanding dining experiences, including the Michelin-starred Moor Hall, The Barn at Moor Hall, and Sō–Lō, each showcasing seasonal Lancashire produce and attracting visitors with carefully crafted menus.
For time outdoors, Martin Mere Wetland Centre is a key highlight, drawing visitors looking to experience wildlife and seasonal bird migrations up close. Across the wider area, flat farmland and quiet lanes lend themselves to walking and cycling, with canals and waterways adding to the setting. Farm shops, local producers and food-focused stops are spread across the area, giving plenty of opportunities to experience what West Lancashire is known for beyond the scenery.
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Spooky season is here and so many great Halloween events are kicking off this weekend! However, if Halloween isn't your thing, there are other events taking places across the county! Take a look at a selection of great things to do here
The full line-up of guest speakers has now been announced for Lancashire’s North West Bird Watching Festival, taking place at WWT Martin Mere on 17 and 18 October 2026.
October is here and soon the weekends will be full of Halloween fun, but before the pumpkin picking and spooky stories take over, this weekend is easing you into the month gently.
A great family day out, offering visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm, while still having the chance to watch, feed and touch the animals.
Read MoreTucked away in the beautiful grounds of Holland Hall, our Victorian pub is a hidden gem brimming with warmth, character and local charm.
Read MoreThere's a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature's most wonderful wildlife.
Read MoreThree well stocked fishing ponds which are ideally suited to the pleasure angler using traditional methods whilst enjoying the peace, tranquility and beautiful surroundings of Crook Hall Farm, in the heart of rural West Lancashire.
Read MoreStylish self-catering cottages in rural West Lancashire close to Southport and Liverpool. Sleeps two with bed settee for two extra guests. We hold a M1 mobility award for our cottages and are popular with less able guests and their carers.
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Date: 13th Oct 2026
Ever wondered how a warden counts tens of thousands of geese? Join us for this workshop with some of our experts on exactly how we keep an up-to-date count of the birds on our reserve, including seasonal visitors such as pink-footed geese and whoo...
Read MoreDates: 12th Oct 2026 - 16th Oct 2026
Join one of our knowledgeable team for a mid-week guided walk to learn more about the breathtaking wildlife that joins us over the autumn and winter, included in your admission or WWT membership.Our wetlands are bursting with activity...
Read MoreDate: 17th Oct 2026
Woodland walk, guided by ecology expert, with a clay pressing workshop for the whole family to enjoy
Read MoreDate: 18th Oct 2026
Start your calligraphy journey with this mindful, creative pastime and art form, with a winter theme.
Read MoreDates: 12th Oct 2026 - 18th Oct 2026
As part of our Goosefest celebrations, we're inviting photographers of all ages to capture the incredible migratory wildlife that makes WWT Martin Mere so special each autumn.From the spectacular sight of thousands of pink-footed geese...
Read MoreDates: 17th Oct 2026 - 18th Oct 2026
The North West Bird Watching Festival celebrates the migratory species that visit our Lancashire wetland centre during the Autumn and Winter. Along with the pink-footed geese, the mere fills with thousands of pintail, shoveler, gadwall, and pochar...
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