Barton Broad and Marshes
A short, accessible boardwalk takes you through wet, carr woodland to a fantastic view across the second largest of the Norfolk Broads. Barton is rich in wildlife and history – and recent…
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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…
Sand martin
The tiny, brown-and-white sand martin is a common summer visitor to the UK, nesting in colonies on rivers, lakes and flooded gravel pits. It returns to Africa in winter.
House martin
As its name suggests, the house martin can be spotted nesting in the eaves of houses in our towns and villages. Its intricate mud nests take days to build and are often returned to and used in…
Red-crested pochard
This striking duck was introduced to the UK and is now established as a breeding bird in England.
Booton Common
A natural treasure trove of wildlife and rare plants, Booton Common lies in a tributary valley of the River Wensum, close to the town of Reepham.
Tipping the Balance
We’re 'manipulating' the underwater ecology of two of our largest Broads to restore clear water and abundant plants.
Tipping the Balance
Nick Acheson explores how our Tipping the Balance project will aim to restore water quality across the Bure and Ant Valleys.
Buxton Heath
There’s nothing like a walk on a sun-blasted heath to gain a sense of our once remote and wild countryside. This beautiful reserve is a wonderful example of heathland restoration.
The carbon cost of the Western Link
If the construction of the Norwich Western Link starts in 2024, there would be two major impacts, both acting against making the necessary cuts in carbon emissions.
Barn owl
The beautiful barn owl is, perhaps, our most-loved owl. With its distinctive heart-shaped face, pure white feathers, and ghostly silent flight, it's easy to identify. Look out for it flying…
Sketching mammals with Martin Gibbons
A workshop exploring techniques for sketching mammals.