Father Christmas will be visiting Wicken Fen Nature Reserve, near Ely, on Saturday and Sunday 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th December.

A Christmas Trail around Wicken's all weather boardwalk will lead children to Santa's secret grotto on the fen, where he will have a present for each child.

Timed sessions to meet Father Christmas are at 10.30, 11.15, 1pm, 1.45 and 2.30 pm. Tickets (£6.75 which includes a present) are available from the Wicken Fen Visitor Centre on 01353 720274. Advance booking essential as spaces are limited.

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Notes to Editors

1. Wicken Fen organises an exciting range of activities and events throughout the year. Details can be found at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wickenfen

2. Wicken Fen Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre is open daily (except Christmas Day) from 10am-5pm. Entry is free to National Trust members and under 5's. Adults £5.99, children £2.99, family ticket £14.99 (two adults and up to 3 children). The reserve is located of the A1123 near the village of Wicken. 9 miles south of Ely &17 miles north-east of Cambridge via the A10. The postcode for SatNavs users is CB7 5XP

3. The National Trust is a charity with a love for preserving historic places and spaces across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. In short, we're a conservation charity that protects over 350 historic houses, 160 gardens, 1,100 kilometres of coastline, 254,000 hectares of land of outstanding natural beauty, 6 World Heritage Sites, 28 castles and 60 pubs - and opens them for people like you to enjoy. Find out more at: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk