Ranworth Broad

One of Norfolk’s most popular Broads with plenty to see and do for both families and naturalists. Our floating Broads Wildlife Centre is located at the end of an informative boardwalk.

(Part of Bure Marshes NNR)

Click here to download the reserve leaflet for points of interest (0.5mb).

Dog policy:
NWT no dogs policy on Ranworth Broad nature trail.

Post code:

NR13 6HY.

Contact Number:

01603 270479

Reserve information and details
What to see at Ranworth Broad

Opening times

Season	Opening Days	Opening Hours
Nature reserve	All year	Dawn till dusk
Visitor Centre: till end Oct, weather permitting (phone 01603 625540)	Daily except Mondays (open Monday 24th Oct for half-term)	10am - 5pm

Prices

Free – donations welcome

Directions and Transport

By car: NWT Ranworth Broad is close to the village of Ranworth in the heart of the Broads. 3km West of Acle, turn North off the A47, into B1140 and go into S Walsham (right turn). Take the first left after the Post Office, to Ranworth. In Ranworth look for signs for Broadland wildlife centre Car Park (right turn).

By train/bike: the reserve is a 25 minute cycle ride from Salhouse and Acle stations which have regular train services to Norwich, Great Yarmouth and Sheringham. Cycles can be taken on trains on both lines, although booking is recommended.

By bus: the 124 bus runs from Norwich City Centre through Panxworth and South Walsham, both of which are approximately a mile’s walk from the reserve.
For more information on public transport see: www.travelineeastanglia.org.uk

Facts

Type:	wet grassland, alder carr and scrub
Size:	3 Hectares
Designation:	CWS
Map reference:	OS Landranger 132
Grid reference:	TG 358151

Did you know?

The Cator family gave Ranworth Broad to NWT in 1949. NWT’s Patron the Queen opened the Broads Wildlife Centre in 1976.

Facilities

Boat trips across this private Broad are available during the summer. Book at the visitor centre. Interpretive boardwalk explains the succession from open water to dry land and the many habitats you pass through. The floating Broads Wildlife Centre has fabulous views over NWT Ranworth Broad and contains interactive displays. Drinks, snacks, ice cream, giftware and books are available. Binoculars and telescopes are provided for use from the upper windows. Disabled parking is available and the centre and boardwalks are suitable for wheelchairs.

Access by canoe: mooring available adjacent to Broads Wildlife Centre during opening hours Easter – October. No access into Ranworth Broad.

Visitor centre

A popular destination for both families and naturalists. Interpreted boardwalks explore its ecology, and the floating visitor centre has hands-on learning activities.

Watch the antics of the wildfowl on the water or spot the sunken wherries around the Broad’s edge.

Located in the village of Ranworth, four miles east of Wroxham. NWT car park is signposted from the village. Buses stop a short walk away.

Water Trail - boat trips

Ranworth Broad is closed to public boat traffic and offers a magical wildlife experience, with the chance of seeing marsh harriers, common terns and great crested grebes, or even catching a glimpse of otter or the flash of blue as a kingfisher darts past. You will also find out about the fascinating history of the Broad, including the part it played in foiling German invasion plans in the Second World War! Pre-booking is always recommended as these trips are very popular, especially during school holidays.

For further details and availability please telephone our visitor centre on 01603 270479.

Trips run daily three times a day from Sat 21 May to end Sept. During October trips run on Fridays and weekends subject to weather and demand. Booking recommended. Phone 01603 270479.