Common blue butterflies feed almost exclusively on birds-foot trefoil and clovers: characteristic flowers of species-rich grassland. Image by Zsuzsanna Bird
Butterfly Walk at Mere Sands Wood
Mere Sands Wood Nature Reserve,
Mere Sands Nature Reserve,Holmeswood Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L40 1TG
Event details
Meeting point
In the Visitors CentreDate
About the event
Join us for a guided walk through our reserve, focusing on spotting a wonderful variety of butterflies! We will walk at an easy pace, stopping at various points to appreciate these beautiful insects.
Please meet in the Visitor Centre/Cafe, which will be open to purchase refreshments before and after the walk.
The session will be approximately 2 hours long and will comprise of a meandering walk through the best butterfly habitat on the reserve.
Some of the walk will be on accessible stone paths, but mostly we'll be leaving the path, walking over grassy terrain to access different habitats. Therefore, please wear suitable walking shoes or boots, along with appropriate clothing for the weather.
£6 per adult(16+). Children under 16 FREE. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Additional £4 parking charge applies per vehicle.
Booking
Price
£6 per adult(16+). Children under 16 FREE. Parking charges apply.Additional booking information
Under 16's do not need a ticket, however please state the number of under 16's in your party when booking.A £4 parking ticket must still be purchased per vehicle from the ticket machine, located at the entrance to the visitor centre.