A visit to Lakenheath Fen in Summer is a very colourful one with a wide variety of plants in flower. But, behind their pretty exterior lies a hidden world of folklore, poisons and medicinal properties. Join us to discover more about the secret world of our wildflowers.
This brand new event will take you on a tour of Lakenheath Fen, a wetland oasis with a wide range of beautiful and specialised Fenland plants. Over the centuries local people have made use of these plants to help, or even hinder, each other and many species have played a big role in human history. Whilst many of these traditions are dying out, the plants are still here and this guided walk will help you to learn about their fascinating history and users. As it's summertime, there'll also be plenty of other wildlife to enjoy such as Cuckoos, warblers and hobbies and a range of butterflies and dragonflies.
Please wear strong, waterproof footwear as some areas will be uneven, and please bring plenty of water to drink as it will be quite warm!
Organiser details (for any enquiries about this event):
RSPB Lakenheath Fen
E-mail address: lakenheath @rspb.org.uk
Telephone: 01842 863400
Address: RSPB Lakenheath Fen Visitor Centre, Station Road, Lakenheath, SUFFOLK IP27 9AD
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