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at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve

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Easter egg hunt at Wicken Fen 

Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Come along and take part between Saturday 5 April to Monday 21 April, 10am - 5pm (last entry for the trail at 3.30pm).

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on
5 Apr to 21 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 16 other dates or times
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Ranger Walk for Families 

Join a member of the Ranger Team for a gentle stroll on the boardwalk. Discover the wildlife of Wicken Fen and the important work the rangers do to protect this rare and treasured habitat.

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on
8 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Family craft workshop - Mixed Media Moths 

Another brand new crafty workshop that children and adults alike will enjoy, so please book a space for everyone that wants to have a go.

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on
9 Apr to 15 Apr 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
+ 3 other dates or times
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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.

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on
14 Apr to 17 Apr 2025
at
10:30 to 11:15
+ 7 other dates or times
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Lino Printing Workshop (Age 12+) 

Local mixed media artist Judith Handley will be leading this lino printing workshop.

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on
16 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
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Mucky Pups 

Outdoor adventures at Wicken Fen, for pre-school children who enjoy getting grubby.

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on
25 Apr to 18 Jul 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
+ 3 other dates or times
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Voices of the Fen : Make a Clay Ocarina 

Join Kathy Hinde and Jan Hendrickse as they show you how to make your very own ocarina to take home and play.

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on
3 May 2025
at
10:30 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Dawn Chorus Walk 

A guided walk at the best time of day for the fenland birdsong.

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on
4 May 2025
at
04:45 to 07:30
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Voices of the Fen: Listening Walk 

This International Dawn Chorus Day, join Sound Artist Kathy Hinde on a walk along the boardwalk to listen to Wicken Fen from a new perspective.

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on
4 May 2025
at
10:15 to 11:45
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Voices of the Fen: Make an Aeolian Harp 

Join Kathy Hinde and Jan Hendrickse as they show you how to make your very own wind-powered harp to take home.

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on
31 May 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
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Voices of the Fen: Make a Flute from Natural Materials and Perform at the Fen on 20th July 

In this workshop, led by Jan Hendrickse and Kathy Hinde, you will be making your own overtone flute and learn to play it in preparation for a performance in the Fen. No experience needed.

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on
28 Jun to 29 Jun 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time