Fen Edge

The meeting place of reclaimed land and open sky — shaped by engineering feats, rich agricultural traditions, and the resilience of fenland communities.

The Fen Edge is defined by its sweeping horizons, drainage channels, and fertile fields — a landscape reclaimed from water over centuries. Villages like Eye and Thorney preserve echoes of monastic life, with the impressive Abbey Church standing as a landmark of faith and endurance.

This is a place where human ingenuity and natural forces meet. Visitors can explore the story of the Fens through folklore and heritage interpretation, discover rare birdlife in wetland reserves, or sample seasonal produce at farm shops and festivals. Local festivals and museums offer vibrant spectacles rooted in agricultural tradition, while cycling routes and photography tours showcase the dramatic light and space of the landscape.

Geographical Layout:

    • Thorney, Newborough, Eye
    • Wetland reserves & drainage museums 
    • Agricultural hinterland stretching to Cambridgeshire fens

Cultural Anchors & Symbols:

  • Thorney Abbey and Heritage Museum
  • Fenland Drainage heritage sites 
  • Eye Nature Reserve
  • Flag Fen Archaeology Park