WWT Martin Mere
A wetland paradise that hosts thousands of wintering wildfowl including whooper swans, pink-footed geese, and various duck species. Excellent facilities and hides make this accessible to all.
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Accessibility & Suitability
Mobility Access
Fully accessible paths throughout. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters available for loan. All hides have wheelchair spaces.
Terrain: Flat, hard-surfaced paths
Distances: Various routes from 0.5 to 3 miles
Age Suitability
Excellent play area and interactive activities for children. Swan feeds at set times.
Wildlife & Photography
What You Might See
Photography Tips
Position yourself in the Ron Barker hide for close wader shots. Kingfishers favour the posts and branches near the water's edge - patience is rewarded. For swan flights, the Raines Observatory offers elevated views. Morning light is best for most hides.
Equipment Used Here
Sony A1
The best camera I've ever owned. The Sony A1's bird eye detection autofocus is in a class of its own for wildlife photography, and the 50MP sensor gives you the resolution to crop heavily and still produce stunning prints. Five years on, it still does everything I need.
Sony A7R V
61MP high-resolution mirrorless camera with AI-based autofocus and 8-stop in-body stabilisation.
Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS
Outstanding super-telephoto zoom with internal zoom design and excellent sharpness throughout the range.
Practical Information
Parking
Free
Large car park with plenty of disabled spaces
Entry
Adults: £14.95
Children: £9.25
Concessions: £12.50
Free with: WWT
Opening Hours
9:30am - 5pm (winter), 9:30am - 5:30pm (summer)
Best Time to Visit
October to March for wintering wildfowl
Facilities