Nature, Conservation and Meres

With over 1,000 acres of parkland comprising of various habitats including two large meres, woodland, many ponds and rough grassland, Tatton Park is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna.

The meres are dedicated SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) and RAMSAR sites and are recognised as nationally important habitats, not only providing nest sites and winter refuge for large numbers of water birds but are also abundant in wildflowers and scarce plant life. In spring and summer, Swallows and Martins hawk insects over the water and Ospreys have been recorded passing through.

Wildlife thrives within the 500 acres of woodland. Mammals can be found here, badgers and foxes are common. Four species of bats have been recorded roosting among the holes and cracked bark of the many mature trees also to be found within the park.

The woodlands are also home to many birds including Nuthatch, Treecreeper and all three species of Woodpecker. Fallen branches, where possible, are left in-situ to attract invertebrates and fungi.

The parkland changes with the seasons so there is much to appreciate and enjoy throughout the year.