Great Fen Project

The Great Fen Project is a nature reserve located between Peterborough and Huntingdon that reconnects two major wetland sites through restored fenland corridors. The landscape features flat wet grasslands with reed beds and water channels where visitors can walk on designated paths.

During the 1800s the fenland was systematically drained to create farmland, which dramatically altered the natural landscape and left visible marks on the ground levels. The restoration project emerged to reverse these changes and return the wetlands toward their original condition.

The visitor centers throughout the reserve serve as gathering places where people learn about how wetlands support local life and wildlife. These spaces reflect the community's connection to the fenland and its role in daily life.

Multiple entry points are spread throughout the site, with New Decoy Farm as the main visitor base for starting a visit. Information desks at the centers provide orientation and basic guidance before heading onto the walking routes.

The site experiments with innovative wet farming methods where farmers work with water rather than against it. These new techniques help the landscape adapt to climate shifts while still supporting agricultural production for local needs.