Barton Broad and Marshes
A short, accessible boardwalk takes you through wet, carr woodland to a fantastic view across the second largest of the Norfolk Broads. Barton is rich in wildlife and history – and recent…
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In search of dragons and damsels
Join us as we explore Thompson Common to see which dragonflies and damselflies we can find.
Tipping the Balance
Nick Acheson explores how our Tipping the Balance project will aim to restore water quality across the Bure and Ant Valleys.
The Jewel Hunter: in search of the world's pittas
Local birder Chris Gooddie shares his global quest to see all pitta species in a year, including one thought to have been extinct for 50 years.
Tipping the Balance
We’re 'manipulating' the underwater ecology of two of our largest Broads to restore clear water and abundant plants.
NWT Holme Dunes - In search of flowers, plants and butterflies (3 July)
A wander around NWT Holme Dunes looking for interesting flowers, plants and butterflies along the way.
Volunteer Beach Warden – Holme Dunes
We are looking for volunteer beach wardens to help protect, monitor and educate people about the vulnerable beach nesting birds that nest here on Holme Dunes and its neighbouring beaches during…
Sand martin
The tiny, brown-and-white sand martin is a common summer visitor to the UK, nesting in colonies on rivers, lakes and flooded gravel pits. It returns to Africa in winter.
House martin
As its name suggests, the house martin can be spotted nesting in the eaves of houses in our towns and villages. Its intricate mud nests take days to build and are often returned to and used in…
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Booton Common
A natural treasure trove of wildlife and rare plants, Booton Common lies in a tributary valley of the River Wensum, close to the town of Reepham.
Broad centurion
The Broad centurion, or 'Green soldier fly', is one of our most common soldier flies, and is often found in gardens. It has hairy eyes and a metallic blue or bronze body. It is an…