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These boats, known as "fen lighters" are very flat to cope with the shallow water of the Fens. This one is taking clay to repair the banks of the dykes - a constant and vital task.

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These boats, known as "fen lighters" are very flat to cope with the shallow water of the Fens. This one is taking clay to repair the banks of the dykes - a constant and vital task.

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4th Aug 2009

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 Geography, History

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 Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2

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