An award-winning, floating conference venue set in the heart of a Lancashire nature reserve.

There's plenty of events for adults to join in with across the Lancashire Wildlife Trust, from adult-only wildlife walks, to markets and book fairs.

At the Hive we offer a calendar of events to give families unique opportunities to build lasting connections with nature and to explore the outdoor environment through play.

We have plenty of events at our Bolton sites: the Cafe at Moss Bank Park, the Hive at Moss Bank Park and the Cafe at Queens Park.

From our regular Nature Tots sessions to seasonal specials, we have plenty of events where families can connect with nature all year round.

From day packages to completely bespoke events, our team will work with you to create and book the perfect conference.

Mere Sands Wood events

Welcome to our café and event space, nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Queens Park, Bolton. With two large, free council car parks on-site and even more parking nearby, our venue offers convenience and ease of access, situated close to the train and bus stations and just a stone's throw from the town centre.

Our reserves are a wonderful place for photography. If you want to take pictures there, here are a few things to bear in mind. Please note, you must seek permission to film commercially or hold events on our sites.

Welcome to Lunt Meadows, a spectacular wetland nature reserve nestled along the River Alt in North Merseyside, a real destination for bird-lovers and land animals alike. As well as being a nature reserve, Lunt Meadows is a fascinating archaeological site home to one of just a few surviving Mesolithic settlements.