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Owl Pellet Dissection

Delve into the fascinating world of owl pellets to discover what’s on the menu for the owls at Wicken Fen!

  • Booking advisable

All the necessary equipment is provided (including the all-important owl pellet), so you'll soon be sorting out the jaws, skulls, leg bones and ribs of the tiny creatures that are such an important food source for Wicken Fen's owls.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Child Child 5+£5.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895 Event tickets are non-refundable.

Suitability

Suitable for children aged 5+ Children must be accompanied

Meeting point

Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start.

What to bring and wear

We'll be indoors, but dress appropriately for the weather if you fancy a walk after the workshop.

Accessibility

Assistance dogs are welcome. The Learning Centre has good wheelchair access and a hearing loop.

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

Event

Father Christmas 2024 

Ho ho ho! Spaces to visit Father Christmas in the Fen Cottage are filling up fast. The only times still available are on Sat 23 and Sun 24 November - don't miss out!

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on
14 Dec to 23 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 10:30
+ 44 other dates or times
Event

Wicken Fen's Winter Trail 

Follow the Boardwalk and experience our new Winter Trail. Enjoy the story of Parsnip the Highland calf as she makes her way back to the herd, finding new friends along the way.

Event summary

on
14 Dec 2024 to 13 Jan 2025
at
10:00 to 15:30
+ 30 other dates or times
Event

Photofinders Trail 

Explore the Boardwalk this half term and test your powers of observation with our brand new 'Photofinders' Trail. At the end you can tally up your points and discover if you are as keen-eyed as a kestrel!

Event summary

on
15 Feb to 2 Mar 2025
at
09:30 to 16:30
+ 15 other dates or times
Event

Make a bird feeder for your garden 

Drop into the Visitor Centre and make a bird feeder to take home - your garden birds will thank you! Donations welcome.

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on
18 Feb to 21 Feb 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time