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Young Ranger Days

A great opportunity to be a ranger for the day!

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Help monitor the moths at Wicken Fen, then learn how the ponies help us manage the nature reserve and checking which birds are using the mere. After a break for lunch we will either survey the butterfly population in the woodland walk, or dissect owl pellets to discover what the owls have been eating. For children aged 7-12 years. Please note: Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who must also book a ticket. We'll be walking 2-3 miles, so please bear this in mind before booking.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All Adult/Child 7-12 years£10.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

For children between 7-12 years of age.

Meeting point

Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start of the event.

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 walking 2-3 miles, so please bear this in mind when making a booking.

Other

Normal admission applies for non-members. Members are asked to bring their membership cards for scanning. The parent/guardian should ensure that they purchase a ticket for themself and all young people they will be accompanying. If you are trying to book on the day of the event, please call the Visitor Centre on 01353 720274 to check if spaces are available.

Upcoming events

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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.

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on
27 Jul to 28 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 63 other dates or times
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
30 Jul to 28 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 11:15
+ 26 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
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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