Grazing for Landscape - a guided walk to meet the herds
Join ranger Carol Laidlaw to find out all about the konik ponies and highland cattle at Wicken Fen.
- Booking essential
Discover the principles behind extensive grazing as a way of restoring and managing landscape-scale habitats on this walk with Wicken Fen’s expert ranger, Carol Laidlaw. Our koniks (ponies) and highland cattle out on the wider reserve at Wicken Fen have become an iconic part of the landscape, and a favourite with many visitors. Living out all year, in their natural family groups, these herbivores are shaping and influencing the fenland. Find out how they benefit Wicken Fen conservation, and learn all about their quirks and lifestyle.
Prices
Event ticket prices
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All £10.00
The basics
- Booking details
- Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
- This event is suitable for older children only (15+)
- Meeting point
- Meet at the Visitor Centre
- What to bring and wear
- Wear suitable clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear. Bring binoculars if you have them.
- Accessibility
- Please note, this is a walk of a couple of hours, including over rough terrain.
Contact Info
- Name
- Events booking
- Telephone
- Call 01353 720274
Upcoming events
Pond dipping
Wed 01 Jun 2022
11:00-11:45
Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface. All equipment provided, plus a helping hand to identify the creatures that you find.
Mucky Pups
Fri 10 Jun 2022
10:30-12:00
Outdoor adventures at Wicken Fen, for pre-school children who enjoy getting grubby.
Grazing for Landscape - a guided walk to meet the herds
Sun 19 Jun 2022
14:00-16:00
Join ranger Carol Laidlaw to find out all about the konik ponies and highland cattle at Wicken Fen.
Painting the Fen Landscape - Watercolour Workshop
Sat 09 Jul 2022
10:30-16:00
Bring out your creativity with this day of watercolour painting to capture the landscape and skies of Wicken Fen.