This is when Martin Mere Wetland Centre will reopen to visitors

Conservation charity WWT has announced the site in Burscough will open to visitors on Wednesday, June 10.

To help protect visitors, staff and volunteers, the number of people attending each day will be restricted and both WWT members and non-members must book advance tickets online so the charity can monitor numbers.

Social distancing and additional safety measures will be in place.

WWT’s chief operating officer Kevin Peberdy said: "We are delighted to be able to welcome people back to our wetlands after this extended period of lockdown.

“The lockdown has forced many of us onto the side lines while spring’s great spectacle plays out and what better way to catch up, than with a visit to our wetlands to see what nature’s been up to. It’s certainly been busy - above water and under water, our wetlands are teeming with wildlife.

“We’ve made a number of changes to help everyone stay safe. Most importantly, we’re asking everyone to book online so that we can limit numbers and make sure there’s plenty of space to enjoy the wetlands in peace and comfort.”

In line with government guidelines, Martin Mere Wetland Centre’s indoors areas and areas where people may gather will remain closed, including play areas, cafes and shops.

All events, presentations, activities and talks have been postponed until further notice.

The charity’s wetland centres in Arundel (West Sussex), London (Barnes), Slimbridge (Gloucestershire), Washington (Tyne and Wear) and Welney (Norfolk) will also open their doors to the public on June 10.

WWT hopes to open its wetland centres in the devolved nations: Caerlaverock (Scotland), Castle Espie (Northern Ireland) and Llanelli (South Wales), once permitted.

For further information go to wwt.org.uk/visit.

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