Mere Sands Wood

Mere Sands Wood Welcome to Mere Sands Wood a beautiful 42 hectare nature reserve in the heart of West Lancashire.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing Father Christmas to bring the magic of the festive season to life over a...
08/09/2026

We are looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing Father Christmas to bring the magic of the festive season to life over at Moss Bank Park, Bolton 🎅

Help us create magical and memorable experiences for children and adults alike through personal interactions, storytelling and festive activities!

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/17Mp50ZKioS

It's time for you to choose your winner for September's photography competition 📷This month's theme was 'Tranquil Moment...
07/09/2026

It's time for you to choose your winner for September's photography competition 📷

This month's theme was 'Tranquil Moments'. Our entrants this month beautifully captured the sense of peace and tranquillity that being out in nature can bring. Thank you to everyone who took part!

Vote for your favourite here: https://ow.ly/Xkp950ZKj7s

Voting closes at 9am on Thursday 10th September.

Next time you visit Mere Sands Wood and have enjoyed exploring the reserve, why not take a minute to have a wander aroun...
06/09/2026

Next time you visit Mere Sands Wood and have enjoyed exploring the reserve, why not take a minute to have a wander around our shop?

We have a variety of nature friendly, wildlife themed gifts available to purchase, and every penny raised goes towards supporting the vital work taking place onsite. Some of our products are even handmade by our fantastic team of volunteers! 🥰

Learn more about Mere Sands Wood here: https://ow.ly/MGaL50ZjZUA

With 42 hectares to explore and an abundance of winding trails, there's endless opportunities to explore new parts of th...
05/09/2026

With 42 hectares to explore and an abundance of winding trails, there's endless opportunities to explore new parts of the reserve. However, if you need a moment to take the weight off your feet mid exploration, rest assured there are a number of benches situated across Mere Sands Wood 🪑

Learn more about the reserve: https://ow.ly/OMgt50Ui9Z6

(📸 Diane Taylor)

Did you know it is super easy to walk from Rufford Train Station to Mere Sands Wood? Working in collaboration with Commu...
04/09/2026

Did you know it is super easy to walk from Rufford Train Station to Mere Sands Wood?

Working in collaboration with Community Rail Lancashire we have created a leaflet which illustrates the walking route you can take, and also some of the fabulous local landmarks you can appreciate along the way.

Learn more here 👉 https://ow.ly/O3n650T7UOi

Remember someone special by having a leaf personally engraved 🍂 Our Memory Tree can be seen at the side of our Visitor C...
03/09/2026

Remember someone special by having a leaf personally engraved 🍂

Our Memory Tree can be seen at the side of our Visitor Centre. The tree is a beautiful way to remember someone who loved wildlife or to mark a special occasion.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Rfp4R2

The cafe at Mere Sands Wood is the perfect place to end your woodland walk, catch up with friends or simply sit and watc...
02/09/2026

The cafe at Mere Sands Wood is the perfect place to end your woodland walk, catch up with friends or simply sit and watch the wildlife present on the reserve. With a variety of hot and cold food options available there is something for everyone to enjoy ☕ 🍰 🥗

We're open from Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm.

So, why not come and pay us a visit: https://ow.ly/LAZ850TROp6

September is here, bringing with it cooler weather and shorter days - but this won't stop us making the most of the grea...
01/09/2026

September is here, bringing with it cooler weather and shorter days - but this won't stop us making the most of the great outdoors and getting out into nature!

Here are some of our top things to see and do this month, from fungi spotting to woodland walks, coastal events, migrating birds and much more: https://ow.ly/VQfn50ZGqsS

Got pre-loved books, binoculars or tools to spare?We’re calling on all wildlife lovers! Do you have books, optics or too...
31/08/2026

Got pre-loved books, binoculars or tools to spare?

We’re calling on all wildlife lovers! Do you have books, optics or tools gathering dust? Your unwanted items could be a game changer for nature and for us.

What are we accepting?:

📘 Pre-loved books

🔍 Binoculars, telescopes, scopes and optic equipment

🧰 Tools that can help us with our maintenance/conservation work

Donate your unwanted wares to us instead of letting them sit unloved and hopefully we can give them a second life, all whilst aiding us in restoring wild places.

Learn more about how you can donate here: https://ow.ly/c4co50XuzKQ

Looking for things to do this bank holiday weekend? There's plenty of exploring to do at Mere Sands Wood! With 42 hectar...
29/08/2026

Looking for things to do this bank holiday weekend? There's plenty of exploring to do at Mere Sands Wood! With 42 hectares of adventure at your fingertips, there's hours of wild fun to be had. View our map below 🗺️ ⬇️

Plan your next visit here: https://ow.ly/eNPx50ZG1Jm

Address

The Wildlife Trust, Mere Sands Wood, Holmeswood Road
Ormskirk
L401TG

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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