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Christmas on Wicken Fen

A family on the Winter Woodland Walk at Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire
A family on the Winter Woodland Walk at Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire | © National Trust Images/Justin Minns

Christmas on Wicken Fen is a family time, and a perfect opportunity to browse our gift shop for festive gifts and enjoy a winter warmer in the Docky Hut Café.

Christmas 2026

Information on our 2026 Christmas events and offers will be shared later in the year.

Children touching the wooden hedgehogs on the Winter Woodland Walk, Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire
Children on the Wicken Fen Woodland Walk, Cambridgeshire | © National Trust Images/Justin Minns
Visitors in the kitchen at Christmas, Petworth, West Sussex

Get into the festive spirit

From wreath-making workshops and carol concerts to winter illuminations, find Christmas days out near you.

Plan your Christmas visit

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Wildlife at Wicken Fen 

Wicken Fen was the first nature reserve to be managed by the National Trust. Today it’s one of Europe's most important wetlands and home to over 9,000 species.

Male reed bunting singing from a perch at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

Explore Wicken Fen Nature Reserve 

Explore the diverse landscape at Wicken Fen, abundant with wildlife, flora and fauna. Discover the ancient Sedge Fen, grazing herds of Konik ponies and the iconic windpump.

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Visiting Wicken Fen with family 

If outdoor activities and learning about nature sound like a good day out for your family, Wicken Fen is the right place for you. Discover everything you need to plan your family day out, from events and activities for kids to hiring bikes.

A family at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

Eating and shopping at Wicken Fen 

Visit the Docky Hut Café and try our freshly baked sausage rolls and hot snacks or buy a gift in the shop as a souvenir of your visit.

The Docky Hut Cafe at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

Outdoor activities at Wicken Fen 

Explore the fens on two wheels or on foot. Enjoy an easy family ride to see Konik ponies or discover the wildlife in the wider reserve.

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Our work at Wicken Fen Nature Reserve 

Learn about some of the work we carry out at Wicken Fen Nature Reserve throughout the year to conserve this important landscape for visitors, plants and animals alike.

Konik ponies grazing at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

The history of Wicken Fen 

We’ve cared for Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve for over 125 years. Discover its history and how we continue to look after this very special place.

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Visiting Wicken Fen with your dog 

Wicken Fen is a two pawprint rated place. To help us ensure our visitors, dogs and wildlife get along together, there are a few do’s and don’ts to take note of if you’re bringing your dog with you. Find out more here.

A ranger walking is dog on a lead at Wicken Fen in Cambridgeshire

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