Nature reserves
From woodlands to wetlands, marshes to beaches, there's so much nature to be explored in Norfolk. We have over 40 nature reserves to explore with something for everyone to enjoy.
Search
Search
Roadside Nature Reserves
Norfolk is home to 120 Roadside Nature Reserves (RNR), with a combined length of more than 23 kilometres. Many verges contain nationally rare or scarce plant species.
Accessible nature reserves
Limited mobility needn’t mean missing out on nature. Find out more about the accessible features of Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s nature reserve before you visit.
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.
New report highlights climate risks to Norfolk Wildlife Trust nature reserves
A new national report published by The Wildlife Trusts shows that society must take fast action to adapt to the impacts of the climate crisis and be prepared to see nature and wild places change…
Nature Reserve Guide - Cley Marshes
We are looking for volunteers to act as Reserve Guides at our flagship Cley Marshes reserve on Saturdays.
Shared vision revealed for Norwich nature reserve
We have revealed the emerging long-term vision for our newest nature reserve, Sweet Briar Marshes.
Momentum grows for new Norwich nature reserve
Plans for our new city nature reserve, NWT Sweet Briar Marshes, are taking shape following the end of the first stage of community engagement.
Nature Reserve Guide - Holme Dunes
Are you a keen birder and would you like to share your knowledge and enthusiasm with others? Then this role is for you!
August on our nature reserves
Reserves Officer Robert Morgan shares his August musings, and reports on rare sights from the Broads and the North Norfolk coast.
May on our nature reserves
Reserves Officer Robert Morgan talks through the latest activity on our reserves
June on our nature reserves
Reserves Officer Robert Morgan shares his musings on the ‘June-uary’ just gone, and breathes a sigh of relief over swallowtail numbers.