Listen to the Voices of the Fen invites us to actively listen to the voices of the many different species at Wicken Fen. Listen from a new perspective on a guided listening walk, or wander at your own pace to explore sound installations, all aimed at bringing more attention to the intriguing and captivating soundworlds of Wicken Fen.
Discover the hidden sounds we often don’t notice, from underwater, underground and inside trees.
Listen to the Voices of the Fen is a project by artist Kathy Hinde in partnership with Wicken Fen, National Trust and Babylon Arts supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Launched on 18th July 2024 to mark World Listening Day and to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Wicken Fen Nature Reserve.
Installations
Over summer 2024, you can experience the installation “Sound Pools”, take part in Deep Listening Walks and listen to live audio streams and recordings on location and online. Check ‘Events’ on the Wicken Fen Website, and watch this space for announcements.
Listen to a live stream from an underwater microphone submerged at Sedge Fen below.