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 |
|---|---|
| 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.
Paper Flower Workshop
This workshop will delight crafty adults and children, so please book a space for everyone that wants to have a go.
Bug hunters!
Perfect fun for families that like to discover creepy crawlies under logs and catch crickets in the long grass.
My NT Ranger Wild Tales
Wicken Fen's Ajay Tegala has been a ranger at Blakeney Point, as well as Wicken Fen. His behind-the-scenes books reveal what it's really like... This talk is part of Wicken Fen's summer evenings programme