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Cambridgeshire
Stay on the Wicken Fen Nature Reserve
Stay in one of the two holiday cottages right on the edge of the Wicken Fen Nature Reserve; a perfect holiday for wildlife enthusiasts, or anyone wanting to get into the outdoors without packing a tent. There's 2,000 acres of rare habitat to explore by foot, bike or boat, and with eight viewing hides around the reserve, it's a great place to spot and photograph animals. Families will find lots of activities and trails for children, and Cambridge is less than an hour's drive away. A group of up to six can book both Cladium and Wicken Rose Cottage to stay next door to each other.
New - Cladium, Cambridgeshire
With a double and a twin bedroom, plus a private garden, this is a great base for a family holiday in the outdoors. Sleeps four, dog friendly.
Wicken Rose Cottage, Cambridgeshire
This little cottage has an enclosed garden inspired by the nearby fen. Sleeps two, dog friendly.
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Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve
The National Trust's oldest nature reserve, and England's most famous fen
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Outdoor activities at Wicken Fen
Explore the reserve on foot, with trails for all abilities, including the all-weather Boardwalk Trail, which is pushchair friendly. Or hire a bike or join a boat trip. The reserve is one of Europe's most important wetlands and your stay at these cottages will contribute to its care.
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Over 9,000 species of plants and animals to discover
There's an amazing array of wildlife to see, from bitterns and cuckoos in spring, through to rare orchids and dragonflies in summer, to hen harriers and short-eared owls in winter. Konik ponies and Highland cattle roam the wider reserve and, in 2024, a pair of rare cranes reared the first chick to fledge at Wicken Fen in 400 years!
Events at Wicken Fen Nature Reserve
From wildlife watching, to art and photography classes, to wellbeing walks, find out about the events happening at the reserve over the next few months...
Stay in Wisbech, near Peckover House and Garden
The small market town of Wisbech is the birthplace of one of the National Trust's founders, Octavia Hill. Much of the town's historic Georgian architecture still exists, including Wainman House, an elegant six-bedroom holiday cottage. There's also an old coach house nearby, which has been converted into two other cottages, Peckover Stable Lodge and Coach House Loft. Groups of up to 16 can stay within a short walk of each other, and visit Peckover House and Garden for free.
Wainman House, Cambridgeshire
A Georgian house with neoclassical interiors, original features and a private terraced garden. Sleeps 12.
Peckover Stable Lodge, Cambridgeshire
A cosy, converted coach house. Sleeps two, dog friendly.
Coach House Loft, Cambridgeshire
A first-floor apartment in the eaves of a converted coach house. Sleeps two.
A group getaway
Groups of up to 16 guests can stay within a short walk of each other in the three holiday cottages in Wisbech. Image: the sitting room at Wainman House, Cambridgeshire
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Guests staying in the holiday cottages have their own key to Peckover's garden
Explore the beautiful Victorian-style walled garden after-hours, which is known for its roses and ancient orange trees.
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Discover 18th-century merchant life at Peckover House
Elegant Georgian town house with wonderful walled garden
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Find out about Octavia Hill, one of the National Trust's founders, born in Wisbech
One of three founders of the National Trust, Octavia Hill is among the greatest social entrepreneurs in British history and the impact of her life and work is still felt today.
Camping at Houghton Mill
This rural, village campsite is by the river and working mill; explore the area on foot, or by bike or boat.
Camping in Cambridgeshire
With views over the Ouse Valley, Waterclose Meadows caters for caravans, motorhomes and tents, complete with electric hook-ups.
For camping with a little added comfort, there are camping pods available.
There are two types of pod at Waterclose Meadows, each with some home comforts.
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Outdoor activities at Houghton Mill
You can bring your own paddleboard or boat, or hire a canoe, rowing boat or punt from Houghton Boats to potter around on the water and explore the River Great Ouse. There are trails you can follow, passing meadows and pretty villages.
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