Bug hunters!
Perfect fun for families that like to discover creepy crawlies under logs and catch crickets in the long grass.
- Booking essential
We provide the nets and the bug pots (plus a little help) and you bring the excitement and curiosity! If you're feeling creative there will also be a make-and-take home craft to enjoy.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Child Aged 3+ | £5.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Suitable for children age 3+. Must be accompanied.
- Meeting point
Check in with the team in the Visitor's Centre
- What to bring and wear
Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary.
- Accessibility
We will be using grassy areas and unsurfaced paths that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or certain pushchairs. Assistance dogs only.
- Other
No admission charge for non-members, but £3.20 car park charge applies. Members are asked to bring their membership cards for scanning.
Upcoming events
“Let’s talk about Peat” Walk
What is going on with peat at the Fen? Find out what we've been doing to keep our deep peat wet, and to rewet other areas of peat - a vital tool in the fight against climate change. We're part of the Fens East Peat Partnership
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.
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.