RSPB - Nene Washes
Overview
When flooded in winter there are big flocks of Bewick's swans and other swans, ducks and geese. It is an excellent place to watch birds of prey; marsh harriers and hobbies in summer, and hen harriers and peregrines in winter. There are no visitor facilities apart from the car park and a planned information board (there are public toilets on Eastgate and Station Road in Whittlesey).
About the area
To the west of East Anglia is Cambridgeshire, a county best known as the home to the university that makes up the second half of ‘Oxbridge’ (the other half is Oxford). As well as its globally renowned educational credentials, it also has a rich natural history; much of its area is made up of reclaimed or untouched fens.
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Nearby places to stay
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Caravan & Camping
Fields End Water Caravan Park & Fishery
★★★★★
"Fine park with fully serviced pitches on terraced areas offering great views..."
- Launderette
- Ice pack facility
- Cafe/Restaurant
- BBQ
Hotel
Bull Hotel
★★★★
"Elegant luxury and a good range of conference facilities...."
- Family rooms: 2
- WiFi available
Caravan & Camping
Little Ranch Leisure
★★★
"Lakeside pitches within an apple orchard close to Wisbech...."
- Launderette
- Ice pack facility
Nearby places to stay
Fields End Water Caravan Park & Fishery
This meticulously planned and well-executed park makes excellent use of its slightly elevated position in The Fens. The 80 fully serviced pitches, all with very generous hardstandings, ...
★★★★★ Rating
Bull Hotel
The Bull Hotel is in the city-centre and offers well-equipped, modern accommodation, which includes several wings of deluxe bedrooms. Public rooms include a relaxing bar with a great ch...
★★★★ Rating
Little Ranch Leisure
A friendly, family site set in an apple orchard, with 25 fully serviced pitches and a spacious toilet block with good facilities. The site overlooks two fishing lakes and pitches are av...
★★★ Rating
The Bell Inn
This delightful 17th century inn is steeped in history and retains many original features, with quality food served in both the characterful village bar/brasserie and the elegant beamed...
★★★★ Rating
Keal Lodge Caravan Park
Keal Lodge is an adult only, family-run caravan park in a quiet rural lane, five minutes walking distance from the village. With secure access, the site is adjacent to the owners' bunga...
★★★★ Rating
The Deepings Holiday Park Ltd
Close to Peterborough, the Deepings Holiday Park has an efficient layout that provides ample space for arriving vehicles, with the conveniently positioned reception housed in a smart st...
★★★★ Rating
Tydd St Giles Golf and Country Club
Enjoy a different lifestyle at this beautiful country estate set in the heart of the Cambridgeshire Fens. On offer is an exclusive community of luxury holiday homes for both hire and ow...
★★★★★ Rating
The Falcons Nest
The Falcons Nest is set in the tranquil and relaxing grounds of the Raptor Foundation, a bird of prey sanctuary. The Nest is disabled friendly, including one of the eight rooms. Breakfa...
★★★ Rating


