Flag Fen Archaeological Park

What to expect

Flag Fen Archaeology Park sits in the midst of a unique Bronze Age landscape that has revealed a mysterious timber causeway and platform made by people 3,500 years ago. It is an important, ongoing archaeological site, where many discoveries about the ancient people and how they lived in this area are being made.

There are things to do for children and adults of all ages, including:

• A museum of artefacts
• Causeway remains and a new reconstruction
• Bronze Age and Iron Age Roundhouses
• The Big Dig - where children can feel what it's like to take part in an archaeological dig!
• There's a children's play area, and lots of places to run off some steam, plus you can have a picnic
• There's also a flock of Soay sheep, a breed that was kept by Bronze Age people

But there is more to Flag Fen than pre-history; the park is also a place for nature to survive and thrive. There are walks and activities to discover some of the wildlife and habitats in the area. You can also organise group tours. Find out more about what to do at Flag Fen here.

There are many organised opportunities for children to learn about various historical and nature topics, such as:

• Fledgelings for preschoolers
• School trips on topics in the school curriculum
• Home Education activities
• Find out more on this page

There's a Photography Club that meets monthly, where you can pick up handy tips and practice in the stunning landscape. Find out more here.

There are also various festivals and events throughout the year; find out what's coming up on this page and on their Facebook page.

Volunteers are always welcome too! There are many things volunteers can do, from conversation to assisting with various learning programmes and events. You can commit to ongoing hours, or to help with one-off events. Find out more here and talk to them about the possibilities, they'd love to hear from you!

More information

There is a free car park, with accessible spaces near the visitor centre entrance. Some areas are accessible to wheelchairs.

The visitor centre has a café that sells tasty treats, as well as toilets and a shop.

Find out more, along with how to get there, opening times and entry fees, on this page.

Volunteers get free access to the site, including outside of their volunteering hours (guests of volunteers will have to pay regular entrance fees).

Parking is free.

Visits and events have fees, see their website for up-to-date information.