With a very special history, from its Ice Age beginnings through to man’s reshaping of it through drainage and its subsequent transformation into a major arable agricultural region in Britain for grains and vegetables (containing around half of the grade 1 agricultural land in England), the Fenlands area is a wonder to explore and experience. To learn more about the Fens landscape and its rich wildlife, visit the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust in Welney, one of the world’s largest wetland conservation organisations.
There are great opportunities for exploring the Fenlands by cycle, boat, on foot, or on horseback. Get out and about and explore this unique manmade landscape at your own pace, by travelling along the Fen Rivers Way, or take advantage of the miles of inland waterways.
However you choose to explore the Fens, you will enjoy the unforgettable sense of peace in this tranquil landscape.
