Family Trail - All About PEAT!
There's deep, dark peat beneath your feet at Wicken Fen! It's one of the last remaining fragments of undrained fenland - only 1% remains.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Follow the Boardwalk trail to discover peat's secrets, how it makes the reserve a unique haven for a host of fenland species and acts as enormous carbon store.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
Aimed at families with children, but everyone is welcome!
- Meeting point
Come to the Visitor Centre to get started on your peat adventure. No need to book, just call in and we'll get you underway!
- What to bring and wear
Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary.
- Accessibility
Assistance dogs are welcome. The Boardwalk is accessible for wheelchair users and pushchairs.
- Other
Normal admission applies to non-members, along with £3.20 car park fee.
Upcoming events
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.
Grass Printing Workshop
Create a work of art to hang at home, using simple printing techniques and some local grasses.
Discover the dirt! Outdoor family fun, celebrating Peat.
Have you ever wondered what is under the ground at Wicken Fen? Deep, dark, damp peat, which has taken thousands of years to accumulate.