Activities at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve
Family-friendly things to do at Wicken Fen
There's so much to see and do at Wicken Fen. From wildlife spotting to exploring on foot, bike or boat - here's a few ideas to help you plan your Wicken Fen adventure this summer holiday.
Cycling at Wicken Fen
Our Cycle Hire is open and offers a range of bikes for you to explore the Fens on two wheels. Enjoy an easy family ride to see our konik ponies or discover the wildlife in the wider reserve. Find out more here.
Walking
From a quick stroll around the Boardwalk to longer nature walks, Wicken is a walker's paradise. We've put together a series of downloadable walks to help you explore the nature reserve.
Visiting Wicken Fen: plan your visit
Here you'll find everything you need to know about what to expect from your visit to Wicken Fen.
Boat Trips
The Wicken Lode boat trips in our open boat the 'Mayfly' are now available. Find out more about these peaceful explorations from the water.
Visiting Wicken Fen with your dog
Enjoy visiting Wicken Fen with your dog. To make sure that everyone has an enjoyable visit, we have put together some tips and access information.
Wicken Fen - Summer Nature Trail, Cambridgeshire
Experience the undrained East Anglian Fen, a fragment of wilderness rich with wildlife.
- Easy
- 1 hour 15 mins
- 2.25 miles (3.6km)
Four Lodes Trail, Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire
Fancy a bracing walk around Wicken Fen, see the four waterways that weave through the reserve.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 4.0 miles (6.4km)
Wicken Fen Adventurers' Trail, Cambridgeshire
A three-mile walk exploring new areas of wetland habitat, reedbed and the mere.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 2.75 miles (4.4km)
Wicken Fen Boardwalk Trail, Cambridgeshire
A short walk around Wicken's ancient Sedge Fen, a unique remnant of un-drained fenland.
- Easy
- 50 mins
- 0.7 miles (1.1km)
October half term fun at Wicken Fen
Join us for outdoor family fun this half term. Whether you follow our Funky Foot trail on the Boardwalk, build a bird box or hire bikes for a family cycling adventure, we’ve got some great ideas for a family day out.
MOTHER... at Wicken Fen by Studio Morison
Last chance to see MOTHER… by Studio Morison. Make sure you plan your route to take in this unique artwork in the fen landscape by the end of September.
Geocaching
Can you find the secret geocaches we've hidden on the nature reserve? Download the co-ordinates from www.geocaching.com or borrow a pre-loaded GPS receiver from the Visitor Centre or Cycle Hire building.
Wicken Fen Cycling Festival 2019
Join us for our first ever cycling festival! Explore the wider reserve following our new trail.
Wicken Fen Octavia Hill Trail, near Ely, Cambridgeshire
Stretch your legs and head out to Burwell Fen, one of the newest parts of the nature reserve.
- Moderate
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 6.0 miles (9.65km)
Walk for Wicken Fen
Our first ever Walk for Wicken took place this October.
Top tips for enjoying hot days out at Wicken Fen
Don't let the heat stop you enjoying a day in the great outdoors at Wicken Fen, we've got lots of ideas for things to see and do while keeping cool.
Heartbeat Walks
Looking for some exercise and good company ? - then why not join our weekly health walk exploring the local countryside in and around Wicken Fen