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Marton Mere Local Nature Reserve

Marton Mere Local Nature Reserve Marton Mere Local Nature Reserve is a tranquil refuge on Blackpool’s urban fringe, important for nature conservation, quiet recreation and environmental education.

The reserve is nationally recognised as a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its bird populations, but it also supports a number of other nationally important species such as dragonflies, butterflies, bats and orchids. Marton Mere is Blackpool’s biodiversity hot spot, despite it once being part of Blackpool Corporation’s rubbish tip.

The site contains a diversity of habitats including open water, reed beds, grassland as well as pockets of woodland and scrub. Visitors can enjoy the area through following the designated footpaths around the site and visiting the numerous bird watching hides.

Marton Mere Local Nature Reserve is owned, managed and funded by Blackpool Council’s Ranger Service in partnership with Marton Mere Holiday Village. The Rangers undertake large conservation projects with the Volunteer Rangers, protect the interests of people and wildlife as well as undertake a varied programme and events and tours around the reserve.

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Related Frequently Asked Questions

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What wildlife can be seen on the reserve?
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How can I become a Volunteer Ranger?
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What is the history of Marton Mere?
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How do I get to Marton Mere?
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How can I view the site bird cams?
Related Forms/Publications

Service Survey
Service Survey
Service Questionnaire
Off Site Survey
Off Site Survey
Off Site Survey Questionnaire
Volunteer Application Pack
Volunteer Application Pack
Application to apply as a volunteer
Site Management Plan
Site Management Plan
Site Management Plan
Directions to Marton Mere
Directions to Marton Mere
Directions to Marton Mere Local Nature Reserve
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