Butterfly Fun: Discover and Do!
Did you know that butterflies taste with their feet?!
- Booking essential
Join us to discover all about these stunning stars of the Fen - marvel at their beautiful bodies under the microscope and hunt out some crawling caterpillars and other minibeasts. Don't miss out on the opportunity to cut, stick and stencil some amazing butterfly-themed crafts. There should be an abundance of butterflies feeding on the Fen's plants and the stunning nature reserve will be at your fingertips to give you inspiration! Shelters are in place for protection from the rain or sun.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Child Aged 4+ | £5.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children age 4+. Must be accompanied.
- Meeting point
Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start.
- 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 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.
Upcoming events
Dragons & Damsels Boardwalk Trail
To celebrate Wicken Fen becoming a British Dragonfly Society Dragonfly Hotspot, join us to discover these winged beauties that call us home!
Listen to the Voices of the Fen- SoundPools
Discover our exciting art installation at Wicken Fen Nature Reserve, created by Kathy Hinde as part of our 125th anniversary celebrations
Dragonfly Fun: Discover and Do!
Wicken Fen is famous for its fantastic Dragonflies and Damselflies! Join us to discover all about these pre-historical wonders
Pond dipping at Wicken Fen
Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface.