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🥰🐴🐃🪮At this time of year our grazers collect burdock seeds in their manes and tails before grooming them out. All part of the natural wildlife cycle and nothing to worry about!

#autumnstyle #waterbuffalo #konikpony #cambridgeshirefens #wetlandbiodiversity #naturelovers #wildlifefirstconservation
October 24, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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For #WorldWildlifeDay here’s a tranquil moment on the Reserve from late Sunday afternoon.

It’s the cusp of spring, with bare branches still giving a wintry feel, while the warmth of the sun promises new life soon 🥰

#CambridgeshireFens #NatureLovers #wildlifefirstconservation
March 3, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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Our water buffaloes aren't just easy on the eye. Their grazing of the wildflower meadows creates the perfect habitat for ground-nesting waders and a wealth of chalkland flora and invertebrates 😍🐃🦋🐦

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September 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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📰 It's #worldwetlandsday today and we're in the news!

🙏 Heartfelt thanks to Amy Britton of @cambridgeshirelive.bsky.social for the wonderful write-up ⬇️

https://buff.ly/42Enh1E

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Cambs reserve where you can see water buffalo and enjoy live music
The reserve is home to a wide range of wildlife
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February 2, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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And when you're next on the Reserve, you'll see the New Cut, which runs from the Mound to the River Cam, finally free of invasive pennywort, hurrah!

#CambridgeshireFens #wetlandbiodiversity #wildlifefirstconservation #drainage #slubbingout #wildlifeeducation
March 26, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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☕ Extended opening times for the Wren Cafe — Wed-Sun from 9 April

🐣 Easter Egg trails for all abilities, 9–20 April

🧝‍♂️ Woodland fairy village coming soon!

#CambridgeshireFens #NatureLovers #dawnchorus #familyfun #daysoutincambridgeshire #wetlandbiodiversity #wildlifefirstconservation #easter2025
March 7, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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A busy day on the Reserve today!

🐣 Easter Hunt is in full swing and the fairy village is open for visitors 🧝

📗🌿 We’re delighted to be stocking River Friend books, illustrated by the talented Tina Bone

#naturelovers #wildlifefirstconservation #Easter2025 #familyfun #batwalks
April 11, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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All the fashionable ponies and water buffalos are wearing burdock this winter!

Not only do the animals look super-cute but they help spread the seeds as they gradually groom out the burrs.

#CambridgeshireFens #winter #waterbuffalo #konikpony #wetlandbiodiversity #nature #wildlifefirstconservation
Close-up of a brown Konik pony facing the camera, with burdock burrs in her dark brown mane. She is in a winter field of dried grasses. Photo by James Arr. Close-up of a black Asian water buffalo facing the camera, chewing grass with burdock burrs in her long coat at the nape of her neck and ears. She has yellow id tags In each ear. Grassy field in the background. Photo by James Arr. Close-up of two brown Konik ponies facing right, with burdock burrs in their dark brown mane. They are in a winter field of dried grasses. Photo by James Arr.
January 27, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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☕ This truly magical, memorable experience costs just £15/person, including parking, a hot drink, and insights from our expert Warden.

⏰ Book now at www.kingfishersbridge.org/store/p36/Da...

#easter2025 #Spring2025 #dawnchorus #CambridgeshireFens #naturelovers #wildlifefirstconservation
Dawn Chorus Walk
Kingfishers Bridge Wetland Creation Project, 400 acres of Wetland reserve on the banks of the river Cam in Cambridgeshire, managed by grazing waterbuffalo, the created reedbeds were the first to be us...
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March 28, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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None of this would have been possible without Kelly Jennings' fundraising runs in 2024 and the tireless work of our wonderful volunteers

#CambridgeshireFens #waterbuffalo #winter #cambridgeshirefens #daysoutincambridgeshire #wetlandbiodiversity #naturelovers #wildlifefirstconservation #birdwatching
A montage of photos: a swan on the river at sunset, marathon runner Kelly Jennings looking at the camera; the banks of the river. Text: "3 marathons in 3 days, 30th March - 1st April [2024], raising money for Kingfishers Bridge Nature Reserve"
January 24, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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🚜 Last week Greens of Soham kindly donated their tractor and cultivator to remove plough ruts and prepare the ground for hedge planting. Jack Harris donated his driving time. We're very grateful! 🙏

#winter #CambridgeshireFens #wetlandbiodiversity #nature #wildlifefirstconservation #rewilding
A tractor ploughing a strip of earth in a winter meadow. A ploughed strip of earth in a winter meadow. A close-up of a ploughed strip of earth in a winter meadow.
January 29, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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The water buffalos are grazing near our new hide by the river for the next month, so do come and enjoy them in close-up for yourself!

With big thanks toJames Arr for the stunning photos 😍
#CambridgeshireFens #winter #waterbuffalo #konikpony #wetlandbiodiversity #nature #wildlifefirstconservation
Black Asian water buffalo facing left, with blue eyes, grey horns and a yellow ID tag in her ear. She has burdock burrs in her long coat. Background grassy field. Close up of a light brown Konik pony facing right, with brown eyes. She has burdock burrs in her dark mane and is showing her teeth in a big smile of greeting. Background blurred. Photo by James Arr. Two brown Konik ponies greeting each other with a nose-rub. The pony on the left has a dark brown face and legs and burdock burrs in her dark mane. The pony on the right is pale brown. Background a wintery field with grass and foliage. Photo by James Arr.
January 27, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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It's our 30th Anniversary on 12-13 July. Don't miss the party!

Book your tickets now at www.kingfishersbridge.org/.../30th_Ann....

#summer #cambridgeshirefens #daysoutincambridgeshire #wetlandbiodiversity #naturelovers #wildlifefirstconservation #familyfun #livemusic
June 22, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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🐯 Don't forget you can book a #TigerOnDemand within East Cambs to visit us car-free, any Monday-Saturday (except bank holidays)! 🚌

#familyfun #Easter2025 #NatureLovers #CambridgeshireFens #Spring2025 #FamilyDaysOut #daysoutincambridgeshire #wetlandbiodiversity #wildlifefirstconservation
April 15, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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🤗 We're delighted to be starting a long-term partnership with Burrough Green CofE Primary Academy, thanks to Head Teacher, David Sandford!

🚍 Today the school made their visit to the Reserve and will be coming back regularly over the school year.

#natureeducation #wildlifefirstconservation
January 31, 2025 at 3:06 PM