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A1101 is open and flood free - no diversion necessary to get to WWT Welney.

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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.