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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!

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Learn more about the Dragonflies and Damselflies found at Wicken Fen on our new family trail, filled with games, quizzes and activities to help you explore their winged world!

£1 per trail sheet, with a gift to take home.

On Thursday evenings, join us for pizza on the fen as part of your visit, the visitors centre will be open until 8pm.

Times

Prices

Event prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Per Trail Sheet£1.00
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The basics

Suitability

This activity is aimed at children of all ages

Meeting point

Buy your trail guide in the Visitors Centre

What to bring and wear

Suitable outdoor footwear is recommended.

Accessibility

The Boardwalk is an all-weather path- suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Assistance dogs only.

Contact info

Wicken Fen Visitor Centre

Upcoming events

Event

Dragonfly Celebration Day! 

Join us for a day of celebration with the British Dragonfly Society as we celebrate our UK Dragonfly Hotspot Status!

Event summary

on
30 Jun 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
Event

Pond dipping at Wicken Fen 

Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface.

Event summary

on
30 Jun to 21 Aug 2024
at
13:30 to 14:15
+ 15 other dates or times
Event

Dragonfly Celebration Day: Guided Walks 

Discover more about the amazing dragonflies and damselflies of Wicken Fen.

Event summary

on
30 Jun 2024
at
14:00 to 15:00
Event

Evening Boat Ride 

Join us on a relaxing boat ride down Wicken Lode. We are happy to offer this activity as part of our Summer Evenings programme. Why not also grab a pizza from our van, open on Thursday evenings.

Event summary

on
4 Jul to 22 Aug 2024
at
16:30 to 17:30
+ 5 other dates or times