Donations
If you would like to make a donation to the Great Fen Project, please contact Liz Proctor on 01954 713500 or click below.
Frequently asked questions
Will local people be consulted?
Yes. We want to make sure that the Great Fen benefits local people, and feel that it is vital that we seek the views and advice of local people.
The team have been consulting local people about many aspects of the project, including activity programmes and the Great Fen masterplan. The team have been asking for the views of the general public, and have also been running meetings with specialist groups e.g. farmers, people with disabilities, young people, local horseriders, business and tourism specialists, local schools.
Please feel free to get in touch to ask a question or feedback to us on any aspect of the Great Fen. You can contact the Great Fen team by email info@greatfen.org.uk.
Will there be traffic problems caused by visitors?
The Great Fen will attract people from beyond the fens and because of this we need to ensure that local people are not disturbed by traffic and associated problems.
Whilst this is unlikely to be an issue for a long time, the project partners are aware that this needs to be addressed at an early point. The partners will be bringing in expertise to study the subject and carry out an access audit. Furthermore, other people and organisations will be asked to join the partnership to manage the tourism element of the project.
One solution is to invite people by other means. It is likely that people will be able to come to the Great Fen by boat, for example. There may also be the opportunity to open the old train station at Holme.
How is the local community set to benefit?
The Great Fen will attract more visitors to the area, boosting business for local facilities, such as shops and pubs. It will also provide opportunities for new ventures, training and jobs.
Will farm jobs be lost?
The Great Fen Project expects to employ at least as many people as are currently employed on the land. However it is possible that there will be a net reduction in jobs in the short term as farmland is converted to nature reserve and access facilities are developed. The partnership is looking at the socio-economic affects of the project during 2002.
