Talk

Carl Chapman, tour guide and ornithologist will give an illustrated talk about the wonder of bird migration in the spring. Carl will cover migration patterns nationally, including why it happens, how it happens, the species to expect now and in the future. He will then cover what can be seen locally.

Join Norfolk Wildlife Trust and the British Trust for Ornithology for an evening with James Parry, co-author of the book Emma Turner - A life looking at birds.   Emma Turner captured remarkable images of Norfolk’s rare birds. She was famous in ornithological circles of her day for her outstanding photographs and impressive field craft. She was particularly associ...

Matt Gaw, author of In All Weathers, and Nick Acheson discuss the beauty of British weather in all its wild and stormy forms. From the howling winds of Skye to the fen-sucked fogs of East Anglia, Matt Gaw embarked on a series of walks in weather to understand the science, folklore and cultural history of our weather. Embrace the elements and throw open the doors and windows ...

Do you have a great idea for a wildlife project but haven’t got the funds to move it forward? Jane Warren, NWT Grants Officer, will guide you through some of the opportunities out there to help you raise funds for a community project.Wilder Community Workshops This workshop is part of a programme specially designed to support individuals, communities and groups acting...

Join Nick Acheson as he chats to Erica McAlister and Adrian Washbourne to explore how minibeasts are leading extraordinary discoveries from robotics to genetics to forensics, transforming our knowledge of agriculture, medicine, aerospace, artificial intelligence, biodiversity, and ourselves. Inspired by their radio 4 series, Metamorphosis, Erica and Adrian will reveal the wo...

Matt Wickens of NWT’s urban team will explore the fascinating features and wildlife of Sweet Briar Marshes, discussing why it is important and where NWT is heading for both nature and people in the fine city.

May is the main influx of migratory breeding birds into the UK and bird song extends throughout the day. Accompany Carl Chapman around NWT Cley marshes, listening to bird song and learning how to use it as an aid to identification. Prior to the walk is an illustrated presentation of the birds we are likely to see in the afternoon.

Delve into the weird and wonderful and sometimes unbelievable world of the european eel with local conservationist Carl Brooker, to celebrate the forthcoming International Eel Day. We will explore everything from the intricate life cycle of the eel to its influence throughout history. It’ll be weird and slightly unbelievable, but the eel is never dull.

Join Dr Pam Taylor, of the British Dragonfly Society, in a Dragonfly Workshop. Not only will you spot adults in flight, but a session of pond dipping should reveal the underwater larval life of these stunning insects as well. By the end of the workshop you will have a good grasp of just how amazing these voracious insect predators really are, and hopefully a keen desire to g...

The UK has 57 resident species of butterflies.  The State of the UK’s Butterflies 2022 report found that 80% of butterfly species in the UK have decreased in the last 50 years. Some species have been successfully reintroduced in targeted conservation. Carl Chapman, wildlife tour guide, talks us through what butterflies occur here in Norfolk, where and when to see ...