Mona Arshi, writer, poet and human rights lawyer, has developed a new body of poems that reflect on the shifting lines of the extraordinary landscape at Cley. Following a number of visits to the reserve, she has collaborated with Mutiny (Sophie Mellor, Marcus Romer and Simon Poulter) on a new installation work that can be explored at Cley and also at home. The work incorpora...

Since moving to Norfolk 30 years ago, Vanda has always been drawn to the wildness of the coast.  For many years she was fortunate enough to work within an art environment, subsequently becoming a tutor in oil painting. Working primarily in oils, Vanda paints landscapes in which she tries to capture the drama and atmosphere of our huge Norfolk skies. Deanee has always h...

Join our butterfly enthusiast Bruce as he leads you in search of the many species that inhabit the reserve. He will share lots of hints and tips on where best to look out for these delicate winged beauties and if you’re lucky (from mid May – early July) you may spot the UK’s largest species of butterfly, only found here in the Norfolk Broads, the swallowtai...

Come and forage among the foliage and search between the sedge for any minibeast which may be waiting. We’ll be there with our bits and bobs to catch any bug or beast for a closer inspection.

Join us and learn about the wonderful wildlife that can be found in the dykes. The experts will be on hand to help you tell your boatman from your beetle larvae.