Fenland

About

Fenland is a district in Cambridgeshire, part of the East of England. It covers a largely rural area known for its flat, low-lying landscape, shaped by centuries of drainage to create fertile farmland. The district includes market towns like March, Wisbech, and Chatteris, which serve as local hubs for commerce and services. Fenland's economy has traditionally relied on agriculture, with crops like potatoes, cereals, and vegetables grown across its fields.

The area is characterised by its network of drainage channels, rivers, and waterways, including parts of the Fens, one of the UK's most distinctive landscapes. Wisbech, situated along the River Nene, has a historic port and Georgian architecture. Fenland also has connections to the peat extraction industry, though much of the land is now protected for its ecological value. The district offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with easy access to larger cities like Peterborough and Cambridge.