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Listen to the Voices of the Fen - sound sculpture trail

A series of sound sculptures around the Sedge Fen reveals hidden soundscapes, invites you to listen closely and experience the landscape in a new way.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Created by acclaimed sound artist and composer Kathy Hinde, collaborating with other artists, this trail is the culmination of a year long project. As you wander through the Fen, kinetic sculptures resonate with the sounds of the Fen, soundpools play recordings of usually hidden creatures, and aeolian instruments play when the wind stirs them. Listen to the Fen closely to connect with the diverse range of its wildlife in a new and unexpected way. Listen to the Voices of the Fen is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

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Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

This trail is suitable for inviting curiosity in all ages

Meeting point

The trail starts from the Visitor Centre, so check in at the start of your visit in the usual way.

Accessibility

Most of the installations are around our Boardwalk, in the Visitor Centre and in the Woodland Walk, so accessible for wheelchair users and on level ground. 4 of the 18 installations are located along the Summer Nature Trail, including at the top of the Tower Hide, which are less accessible.

Other

As the trail is located on Sedge Fen, assistance dogs only.

Upcoming events

Event

Pond Dipping at Wicken Fen 

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.

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on
24 Jul to 28 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 11:15
+ 32 other dates or times
Event

Deep Listening at the Fen 

A chance to join our volunteers as they tune in to the underwater life with hydrophones, and zoom in on birds and insects with a parabolic mic. This activity is part of the Listen to the Voices of the Fen project.

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on
24 Jul 2025
at
17:30 to 18:00
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Afternoon Wellbeing Walk 

Join us on a relaxed amble on the Fen to enjoy a midsummer evening.

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on
31 Jul to 28 Aug 2025
at
16:30 to 17:30
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Butterfly Wings 

A chance to make your own set of butterfly wings to wear!

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on
1 Aug to 14 Aug 2025
at
10:15 to 11:15
+ 3 other dates or times