Emperor dragonfly
The emperor dragonfly is an impressively large and colourful dragonfly of ponds, lakes, canals and flooded gravel pits. It flies between June and August and even eats its prey on the wing.
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Hairy dragonfly
The UK's smallest hawker, the Hairy dragonfly is mostly black in colour, but has a distinctively hairy thorax. It can be found in grazing marshes and flooded gravel pits, and along canals…
Events T&Cs
Read the terms and conditions associated with attendance at Norfolk Wildlife Trust events.
Family events
Norfolk Wildlife Trust runs a programme of wildlife and nature-based family activities at our reserves and other wildlife hotspots in the county. Join us for fun and hands-on activities across Norfolk covering a range of wildlife topics.
Cley Calling
Norfolk Wildlife Trust's Cley Calling Festival is a celebration of nature in North Norfolk. Each festival programme focuses on a current environmental issue and includes something for everyone. Events may include talks, walks, workshops, family events, gigs, evening events and more!
Come and discover Sweet Briar Marshes!
We're delighted to be opening our new Norwich nature reserve this weekend and holding a series of free events.
Wildlife Watch - Pony checks (Family event)
Join the warden on this children's Wildlife Watch event and learn all about the ponies that live on site and how they help conservation.
Wildlife Watch - Biofluorescence (Family event)
Join our Children's Wildlife Watch event as we explore NWT Hickling Broad after dark to discover hidden colours and listen for wildlife!
Families
Discover local events and activities for children and families interested in nature and wildlife.
Wildlife Watch - Tracks and trails (Family event)
Join our Children's Wildlife Watch event this winter for some wild detective work - spotting animal tracks and clues at NWT Hickling Broad!
Wildlife Watch - Helping hedgehogs (Family event)
Join our children's Wildlife Watch event and find out about hedgehogs and how you can help these spiky little creatures in your garden!
Register your interest for our 2025 Wildlife Guardian Event
Register your interest for our 2025 Wildlife Guardian Events