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Access is available to Main Observatory only due to water levels on the paths. Lady Fen loop is closed due to  the wildlife spectacle, Great views from visitor centre and Gill's Lookout . Access via A1101 at Littleport only.

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Explore the further reaches of the reserve to fully appreciate the open landscape of the Fens. This area is also known as the land of the three-quarter sky!

painted lady butterfly

In late summer enjoy the last flurry of insect activity from dragonflies basking in the sun to butterflies dancing along the paths.

By early autumn our first winter arrivals make their presence known with whoops, whistles and whickers.