Holme Fen is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) as well as a National Nature Reserve (NNR). It is in the location of Whittlesey Mere, once the biggest lake in England, which was drained in the mid 19th century so the land could be used for farming. This south western shore of the huge lake could not be made dry enough for farming.

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Holme Fen National Nature Reserve loop

6.29km

01:36

20m

Hike the easy 3.9-mile Holme Fen National Nature Reserve loop, exploring silver birch woodlands and wetlands to see the historic Holme Post.

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Holme Fen Forest Trail – Holme Posts loop from Holme Fen National Nature Reserve

6.69km

01:42

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Holme Fen Forest Path loop from Holme

3.90km

00:59

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 10 m

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Sunday 12 April

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2°C

5 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Location: Holme, Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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Holme Fen National Nature Reserve

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Holme Fen National Nature Reserve loop

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Holme Fen Forest Trail – Holme Posts loop from Holme Fen National Nature Reserve

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Holme Fen Forest Path loop from Holme

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