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Head into the exhibition hall to see memorabilia and historical photos, as part of our 50th anniversary celebrations.
Browse through old centre leaflets, trophies, event photos, developments, history, and bird sightings from the past. Read more about WWT Martin Mere, including why it was chosen by founder Sir Peter Scott and some of the original curators.
Share your own memories on the memory board, and wish the centre a happy birthday in the large birthday cards.
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Normal admission prices into the centre apply, with members and visitors under four years visiting free.
Partner of Visit Lancashire 2018Follow A59 towards Preston. Through Burscough Village turn left immediately after the railway bridge onto Red Cat Lane. Follow for one mile, Martin Mere is on left.
Nearest railway station is Burscough Bridge station. Martin Mere is 1.5 miles from station. Signposted walk, approximately 30 mins, or can get taxi from Burscough Village. Cyclists are always welcome at Martin Mere.
The centre is signposted from Junction 8, M61, Junction 3 on M58 and Junction 27 on M6.
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