Swallowtail
The exotic and beautiful swallowtail is the UK's largest butterfly. A strong flier, residents can be spotted over wetlands in Norfolk during summer. Migrants occasionally appear in southern…
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Small white
The small white is a common garden visitor. It is smaller than the similar large white, and has less black on its wingtips.
World Swallowtail Day 2023
Oscar takes a trip to Hickling to celebrate World Swallowtail Day.
Butterfly walk
Guided walk from Horsey Gap to see butterflies.
WyNG Day of Butterflies - butterfly walk
Explore butterflies at NWT Lower Wood, Ashwellthorpe.
Wilder Gardens
With an estimated 24 million gardens in the UK, the way we care for them can make a huge difference to wildlife. Find out how you can make your garden more wildlife-friendly!
NWT Hickling Broad - moth and butterfly walk (6 August)
Explore the contents of the moth trap with our guide, before heading out in search of butterflies.
NWT Hickling Broad - moth and butterfly walk (9 July)
Explore the contents of the moth trap with our guide, before heading out in search of butterflies.
Wild cherry
The mass of white, frothy blossom on a wild cherry is a sight to behold. Planted as an ornamental tree, it also grows wild in woods and hedges. Its red fruits are the edible cherries we know and…
Wild angelica
The red-tinged, flower clusters of Wild angelica smell just like the garden variety, which is used in making cake decorations. Wild angelica likes damp places, such as wet meadows and wet…
Wild strawberry
The Wild strawberry produces miniature, edible versions of the juicy red fruits we so enjoy. Gathering wild food can be fun, but it's best to do it with an expert - come along to a Wildlife…
NWT Hickling Broad - moth and butterfly walk (30 July)
Explore the contents of the moth trap with our guide, before heading out in search of butterflies.