Introduced to the fen 100 years ago, the wild Konik ponies of Wicken Fen graze the land, enabling plants and wildlife to thrive.
Later we investigate the smaller creatures that call this ancient landscape home, including dragonflies and water voles.
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For information about exploring Wicken Fen please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cambridgeshire/wicken-fen-national-nature-reserve
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