Flag Fen, Peterborough

Name: Flag Fen
Address: Northey Road, Peterborough, PE6 7QJ, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1733 864468

#7 among attractions in Peterborough

Top attraction, Historical place, Museum

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Facts and practical information

Flag Fen, east of Peterborough, England, is a Bronze Age site developed about 3500 years ago, consisting of more than 60,000 timbers arranged in five very long rows, creating a wooden causeway across the wet fenland. Part-way across the structure a small island was formed. Items associated with it have led scholars to conclude that the island was of religious significance. Archaeological work began in 1982 at the site, which is located 800 m east of Fengate. Flag Fen is now part of the Greater Fens Museum Partnership. A visitor centre has been constructed on site and some areas have been reconstructed, including a typical Iron Age roundhouse dwelling. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°34'26"N, 0°11'25"W

Address

Northey RoadPeterborough PE6 7QJ United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1733 864468

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Day trips

Flag Fen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Peterborough Cathedral, Queensgate shopping centre, Peterborough Greyhound Stadium, Peterborough Lido.

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