Holme Fen, Nature reserve in Cambridgeshire, England
The 266-hectare reserve contains silver birch woodland and supports over 500 fungi species across its protected landscape.
The area transformed after the drainage of Whittlesea Mere in the 1850s, which was previously the largest lake in southern England.
The reserve forms part of the Great Fen project, connecting remaining fenland fragments to create a 3,700-hectare wildlife zone.
Visitors can explore the marked Lost Lake discovery trail, which extends one mile and returns to the Holme Post starting point.
The Holme Post marks the lowest point in Great Britain at 2.75 meters below sea level, indicating substantial land subsidence since drainage.
GPS coordinates: 52.48500,-0.22600
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:54
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