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Archaeology and the Peats at Wicken Fen

Meet archaeologists Peat Coring at Wicken Fen

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Meet archaeologists who are exploring the sediments and ecologies of the ancient landscape at Wicken Fen. Enjoy seeing and hearing how they collect peat cores.

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

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for Adults and Children aged 7+

Meeting point

The Windpump near to the Visitors Centre

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather, and wear suitable footwear

Accessibility

The Boardwalk is an all-weather path- suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Assistance dogs only

Contact info

Wicken Fen Visitor Centre

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