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Pond Dipping at Wicken Fen

Date:
Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Cost:
£4
Event Category:
Location:
Wicken Fen
Lode Ln
Wicken, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5XP United Kingdom

Organiser:

Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface. All equipment is provided, plus a helping hand to identify the creatures that you find.

Bookable sessions are at:

  • 10:30-11:15
  • 11:45-12:30
  • 13:30-14:15

Suitable for children aged 5+. They must be accompanied.

There is 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.

Other

Requirements
Booking required. Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary. Long sleeves and trousers/leggings strongly recommended to provide protection from insects and sun.
Additional Info
We will be using grassy areas and unsurfaced paths that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or certain pushchairs. Assistance dogs only.
Meet
Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start of the event.
Contact
01353 720274/ wickenfen@nationaltrust.org.uk
Date:
Thursday, 31 July 2025
Cost:
£4
Event Category:
Location:
Wicken Fen
Lode Ln
Wicken, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5XP United Kingdom

Organiser:

Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface. All equipment is provided, plus a helping hand to identify the creatures that you find.

Bookable sessions are at:

  • 10:30-11:15
  • 11:45-12:30
  • 13:30-14:15

Suitable for children aged 5+. They must be accompanied.

There is 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.

Other

Requirements
Booking required. Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary. Long sleeves and trousers/leggings strongly recommended to provide protection from insects and sun.
Additional Info
We will be using grassy areas and unsurfaced paths that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or certain pushchairs. Assistance dogs only.
Meet
Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start of the event.
Contact
01353 720274/ wickenfen@nationaltrust.org.uk
Date:
Monday, 4 August 2025
Cost:
£4
Event Category:
Location:
Wicken Fen
Lode Ln
Wicken, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5XP United Kingdom

Organiser:

Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface. All equipment is provided, plus a helping hand to identify the creatures that you find.

Bookable sessions are at:

  • 10:30-11:15
  • 11:45-12:30
  • 13:30-14:15

Suitable for children aged 5+. They must be accompanied.

There is 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.

Other

Requirements
Booking required. Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary. Long sleeves and trousers/leggings strongly recommended to provide protection from insects and sun.
Additional Info
We will be using grassy areas and unsurfaced paths that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or certain pushchairs. Assistance dogs only.
Meet
Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start of the event.
Contact
01353 720274/ wickenfen@nationaltrust.org.uk
Date:
Tuesday, 12 August 2025
Cost:
£4
Event Category:
Location:
Wicken Fen
Lode Ln
Wicken, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5XP United Kingdom

Organiser:

Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface. All equipment is provided, plus a helping hand to identify the creatures that you find.

Bookable sessions are at:

  • 10:30-11:15
  • 11:45-12:30
  • 13:30-14:15

Suitable for children aged 5+. They must be accompanied.

There is 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.

Other

Requirements
Booking required. Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary. Long sleeves and trousers/leggings strongly recommended to provide protection from insects and sun.
Additional Info
We will be using grassy areas and unsurfaced paths that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or certain pushchairs. Assistance dogs only.
Meet
Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start of the event.
Contact
01353 720274/ wickenfen@nationaltrust.org.uk
Date:
Wednesday, 13 August 2025
Cost:
£4
Event Category:
Location:
Wicken Fen
Lode Ln
Wicken, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5XP United Kingdom

Organiser:

Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface. All equipment is provided, plus a helping hand to identify the creatures that you find.

Bookable sessions are at:

  • 10:30-11:15
  • 11:45-12:30
  • 13:30-14:15

Suitable for children aged 5+. They must be accompanied.

There is 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.

Other

Requirements
Booking required. Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary. Long sleeves and trousers/leggings strongly recommended to provide protection from insects and sun.
Additional Info
We will be using grassy areas and unsurfaced paths that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or certain pushchairs. Assistance dogs only.
Meet
Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start of the event.
Contact
01353 720274/ wickenfen@nationaltrust.org.uk
Date:
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Cost:
£4
Event Category:
Location:
Wicken Fen
Lode Ln
Wicken, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5XP United Kingdom

Organiser:

Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface. All equipment is provided, plus a helping hand to identify the creatures that you find.

Bookable sessions are at:

  • 10:30-11:15
  • 11:45-12:30
  • 13:30-14:15

Suitable for children aged 5+. They must be accompanied.

There is 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.

Other

Requirements
Booking required. Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary. Long sleeves and trousers/leggings strongly recommended to provide protection from insects and sun.
Additional Info
We will be using grassy areas and unsurfaced paths that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or certain pushchairs. Assistance dogs only.
Meet
Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start of the event.
Contact
01353 720274/ wickenfen@nationaltrust.org.uk
Date:
Friday, 22 August 2025
Cost:
£4
Event Category:
Location:
Wicken Fen
Lode Ln
Wicken, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5XP United Kingdom

Organiser:

Delve into the watery world of Wicken Fen to find out what is living beneath the surface. All equipment is provided, plus a helping hand to identify the creatures that you find.

Bookable sessions are at:

  • 10:30-11:15
  • 11:45-12:30
  • 13:30-14:15

Suitable for children aged 5+. They must be accompanied.

There is 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.

Other

Requirements
Booking required. Leave your best clothes at home and dress for the weather, with sunhats or waterproofs as necessary. Long sleeves and trousers/leggings strongly recommended to provide protection from insects and sun.
Additional Info
We will be using grassy areas and unsurfaced paths that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or certain pushchairs. Assistance dogs only.
Meet
Check in at the Visitor Centre a few minutes before the start of the event.
Contact
01353 720274/ wickenfen@nationaltrust.org.uk
Date:
Wednesday, 25 June 2025
Cost:
Free
Event Category:
Location:
WWT London Wetland Centre
SW13 9WT United Kingdom

Organiser:

WWT
Phone:
01387 770200

At least 26 species of Dragonfly have been recorded at WWT London Wetland Centre and is a designated BDS Dragonfly Hotspot; join WWT staff as they guide you around this special site.

Please be aware that the walks are limited to 10 people; a sign-up sheet will be available on the day at admissions.

Walks will take place at:

  • 10:30-11:30
  • 12:00-13:00

 

The walks are free, but there is an admission cost.

Image by WWT

Other

Requirements
Sign up required. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing.
Contact
supporter@wwt.org.uk/ 01453 891198
Date:
Tuesday, 24 June 2025
Cost:
Free
Event Category:
Location:
WWT London Wetland Centre
SW13 9WT United Kingdom

Organiser:

WWT
Phone:
01387 770200

At least 26 species of Dragonfly have been recorded at WWT London Wetland Centre and is a designated BDS Dragonfly Hotspot; join WWT staff as they guide you around this special site.

Please be aware that the walks are limited to 10 people; a sign-up sheet will be available on the day at admissions.

Walks will take place at:

  • 10:30-11:30
  • 12:00-13:00

 

The walks are free, but there is an admission cost.

Image by WWT

Other

Requirements
Sign up required. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing.
Contact
supporter@wwt.org.uk/ 01453 891198
Date:
Saturday, 26 July 2025
Cost:
Free
Event Category:
Location:
Foxearth Meadows
Foxearth Meadows Nature Reserve
Foxearth, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 7GA United Kingdom
Venue Phone:
07548 209652
Venue Website:
View Venue Website

Organiser:

Phone:
020 8574 5935

If you want to see dragonflies up close, or don’t know your Large Red Damselflies from your Ruddy Darters, then this event is for you.

This is a popular event where you can learn from the experts David Chandler (author of ‘Dragonfly’ and ‘A Beginner’s Guide to Dragonflies and Damselflies of Britain and Ireland’) and Andrea Harrison.

We’ve been really excited to see that Norfolk Hawker dragonflies have been seen several times as they expand their range. What will you see?

Morning session 10.30am – 12.15pm booking link via eventbrite.

Afternoon session 1.15pm-3pm booking link via eventbrite.

Other

Requirements
Bring a sun hat, sun cream and insect repellent, and close-focussing binoculars if you have them. Be prepared for a bit of uneven ground, and depending on the weather, maybe a bit of mud! Spaces are limited, so please book early. Please also cancel your ticket if you can no longer make it so that we can release spaces to others.
Meet
Meet in the car park.
Contact
Sarah Leedham: sarah.leedham@arocha.org or 07810 141234