Lower Wood, Ashwellthorpe
This ancient woodland is especially beautiful in spring when butterflies and the scent of wild garlic fill the air, and a sea of bluebells carpet the floor beneath the old oak trees.
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Wymondham Nature Group at NWT Lower Wood, Ashwellthorpe
Join Wymondham Nature Group for a guided walk to see bluebells and other spring flowers
Pochard
The once-common pochard is now under threat because its populations are declining rapidly. The UK is an important winter destination for the pochard, with 48,000 birds visiting our wetlands and…
Wymondham Local Group
The Wymondham Local Group promotes and protects wildlife in their local area. They meet informally throughout the year for talks, walks and social events.
From learning more about our amazing natural heritage, to taking part in conservation work, and fundraising for the future – joining a Local Group provides invaluable support for Norfolk's wildlife.
From learning more about our amazing natural heritage, to taking part in conservation work, and fundraising for the future – joining a Local Group provides invaluable support for Norfolk's wildlife.
Red-crested pochard
This striking duck was introduced to the UK and is now established as a breeding bird in England.
Prestigious Norfolk nature award winner announced
Norfolk's most prestigious award for naturalists, the Sydney Long Memorial Medal, has been awarded to Dr Anne Edwards, chair of Wymondham Nature Group, in recognition of her outstanding…
WyNG Day of Butterflies - butterfly walk
Explore butterflies at NWT Lower Wood, Ashwellthorpe.
My recharger
David works as a paramedic so he comes under a lot of stress and works unpredictable hours. He comes to Thameside on his days off to collect his thoughts. Walking his dog here helps him to…
My commute
Richard could stick to the road on his commute, but taking a shortcut through the woods is far more relaxing, even if he does get muddy trousers.
My memories
Richard used to work in the docks across the water from Thurrock Thameside Nature Park. Since his wife died, he likes to get away from the hustle and bustle, coming out with his dog to escape and…
Great crested newt
With its prominent, wavy crest, the great crested newt, also known as the 'warty newt', looks like a mini dinosaur! This protected species favours clean ponds during the breeding season…
Wilder Communities workshops
Norfolk Wildlife Trust's Wilder Communities workshops are specially designed to support individuals, communities and groups who want to find out more about how they can help nature in their local area.