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Within the Peat - exploring Wicken Fen's ancient habitats

"See and handle ancient remains of plants and invertebrates from the peat at Wicken Fen. Visit the Learning Centre where environmental archaeologists will be sharing materials from their research at Wicken Fen.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Learn how past ecologies and landscapes can be reconstructed from the remains of plants and invertebrates in peats.

This event is being run in partnership with the Fenscapes project, McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research, University of Cambridge."

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Everyone is welcome.

Meeting point

Come to the Visitor Centre to get started. No need to book, just call in and we'll get you underway!

What to bring and wear

We'll be indoors, but dress appropriately for the weather if you fancy a walk afterwards.

Accessibility

Assistance dogs are welcome. The Learning Centre has good wheelchair access and a hearing loop.

Other

Free, but £3.20 car park fee applies for non-members. NT members are asked to bring their card for scanning.

Upcoming events

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Event summary

on
23 May to 18 Jul 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Family Trail - All About PEAT! 

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on
24 May to 1 Jun 2025
at
09:30 to 17:00
+ 8 other dates or times
Event

Pond Dipping at Wicken Fen 

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on
27 May to 28 May 2025
at
10:30 to 11:15
+ 7 other dates or times
Event

Grass Printing Workshop 

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Event summary

on
29 May 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
+ 1 other date or time