The Story of The Fens

Before the fens were drained this was a different world of misty marshes and treacherous bogs. Remote islands were dominated by grand abbeys and the wetlands were inhabited by a strange independant folk who lived off fish and wildfowl of this inhospitable place. Join us on a fascinating journey through time as we explore the creation of this unique landscape and the evolution of the towns and villages that depend upon it.
A fascinating journey through time exploring the creation of this unique English landscape. Large scale drainage of the marshes transformed the landscape and produced the most fertile farmland in the country.
50 Minutes. PAL. Region Free.