Raptor roost at NWT Hickling Broad

Marsh harrier flying with tree branches in the foreground

Marsh harrier (credit: Jacob Kenworthy)

Raptor roost at NWT Hickling Broad

Location:
Hickling Broad and Marshes, Stubb Road, Hickling, NR12 0BW
Book
Discover raptors and witness a stunning winter wildlife spectacle from NWT Hickling Broad's raptor roost viewing platform!

Event details

Date

Time
4:00pm - 5:30pm
A static map of Raptor roost at NWT Hickling Broad

About the event

Learn the difference between the raptors and watch one of winter's great wildlife spectacles as we look out over the reserve from the raptor roost viewing platform!

This event is part of the Norwich Science Festival, presented by The Forum, Norwich, and a partnership of organisations and institutions including Norwich Research Park and the University of East Anglia. 

 

Booking

Suitable for

Families, Children

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted

No dogs permitted on reserve. Dogs permitted on public right of way.

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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Each family group must have at least one adult attending. One accompanying adult per paying child is free and does not need to buy an event ticket but any additional adults who are non-members will need to pay the nature reserve entry fee at the visitor centre, on the day.

Additional information

Important health and safety information

Events will take place in all weather conditions unless deemed unsafe. Please ensure that you dress appropriately for the weather with suitable footwear. Please be advised to take caution when walking on a site with open water and ensure that you always remain on the designated paths. Biting insects can be present at certain times of the year and you may choose to apply insect repellent as a precaution. In warmer weather, you may wish to bring a hat, sun cream and water.

Refund policy

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event or activity is cancelled by Norfolk Wildlife Trust. In the event that Norfolk Wildlife Trust has to cancel an event or activity due to low numbers, extreme weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control, we will inform you at the earliest opportunity and will offer a full refund. Please check our website www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk for event updates.

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