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.
- Booking essential
Bookable sessions at 10:30, 11:45 and 13:30 on various dates from July through August.
Times
Prices
Ticket type | Ticket category |
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Child Age 5+ | £4.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children aged 5+ Must be accompanied
- 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. Long sleeves and trousers/leggings strongly recommended to provide protection from insects and sun.
- 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. 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
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.
Young Ranger Days
A great opportunity to be a ranger for the day!
Deep Listening Drop-In
A chance to join an informal session hunting for hidden soundscapes, as our volunteers tune in to the underwater life with hydrophones, and zoom in on birds and insects with a parabolic mic. No need to book, just show up!
Afternoon Wellbeing Walk
Join us on a relaxed amble on the Fen to enjoy a midsummer evening.