Four-spotted chaser
The Four-spotted chaser is easily recognised by the two dark spots on the leading edge of each wing - giving this species its name. It can be seen on heathlands and near ponds and lakes.
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Broad-bodied chaser
The Broad-bodied chaser is a common dragonfly that can be seen in summer around ponds and lakes, and even in gardens. It lives up to its name: its flattened body gives it a fat, broad look.
We've purchased a popular Hickling pub!
We have announced that we are the new owners of the Pleasure Boat Inn at Hickling Staithe.
Rare spoonbill breeding success at Hickling
We are celebrating the sight of fledgling spoonbills at Hickling Broad and Marshes – the first known breeding success in the Norfolk Broads for around 400 years.
Plants of Hickling (22 May)
Join our guide to explore the different habitats of the reserve on a walk full of wonder.
The Pleasure Boat Inn at Hickling
Norfolk Wildlife Trust purchased the Pleasure Boat Inn pub and surrounding land in 2023, helping to create new ways to introduce people to the nature, landscape and wildlife of Hickling.
Second-ever UK sighting of rare bird at Hickling
A black-winged kite has arrived at Hickling Broad and Marshes – the second-ever sighting of the bird in the UK and first for Norfolk.
Birds of Hickling walk (12 May)
Join our guide for a leisurely walk around the reserve, along the way we'll be pointing out and listening for birds that inhabit the reserve
Birds of Hickling walk (16 May)
Join our guide for a leisurely walk around the reserve, along the way we'll be pointing out and listening for birds that inhabit the reserve
Birds of Hickling walk (19 May)
Join our guide for a leisurely walk around the reserve, along the way we'll be pointing out and listening for birds that inhabit the reserve
Birds of Hickling walk (23 May)
Join our guide for a leisurely walk around the reserve, along the way we'll be pointing out and listening for birds that inhabit the reserve
Birds of Hickling walk (26 May)
Join our guide for a leisurely walk around the reserve, along the way we'll be pointing out and listening for birds that inhabit the reserve