NWT Sweet Briar Marshes and the River Wensum: a living landscape

A group of British white cattle at Sweet Briar on a sunny day. They look like a pop group on an album cover.

Grazing herd at Sweet Briar Marshes (credit: Nick Acheson)

NWT Sweet Briar Marshes and the River Wensum: a living landscape

Location:
Sweet Briar Marshes, Sweet Briar Marshes is in the northwest of Norwich in the Mile Cross and Wensum wards, around two miles from the city centre.
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Explore Sweet Briar Marshes and discover how the River Wensum shapes its habitats, wildlife and natural beauty.

Event details

Meeting point

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Date

Time
10:00am - 12:00pm
A static map of NWT Sweet Briar Marshes and the River Wensum: a living landscape

About the event

Follow the winding paths of NWT Sweet Briar Marshes with Urban Nature Reserve Manager Matt Wickens and explore the remarkable influence of the River Wensum on this thriving nature reserve.

Along the way, discover the habitats, wildlife and natural processes that make this riverside landscape such a haven for nature.

Booking

Suitable for

Adults

Know before you go

Dogs

Assistance dogs only

What to bring

Uneven under foot. Waterproof shoes or wellies recommended.

Accessibility on reserves

Accessibility
We want our events, and nature itself, to be accessible to everyone. If you have specific needs or requirements, please get in touch at events@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk so we can support you wherever possible. Please be aware that the natural terrain and access conditions may limit what we are able to provide on site. 

Important 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 sun cream, water and a sunhat.