Hickling visitor centre (credit: Jimmy King)
Hickling Broad and Marshes
Whether it’s a gentle walk under the wide skies, a boat trip to our bird hides, or a twilight trip to the raptor roost – start your Hickling adventure at our visitor centre.
Hickling Broad is a haven for wildlife and humans alike, with hidden corners to discover and stunning wildlife to watch. Our visitor centre is the perfect place to pause for a hot drink, shop for nature gifts, and discover what makes it such a special place.
Explore Hickling's extensive walking trails, or journey into the heart of this spectacular reserve on a guided wildlife boat trip. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you plan your perfect day.
All profits from the centre go towards our vital work – so your visit will help protect this wonderful, wild space for future visitors too!
Facilities:
Gift shop
Hickling gift shop (credit: Jimmy King)
Shop for nature-inspired gifts and accessories including binoculars, books, greeting cards, toys and games, wildlife products, and much more.
Food and drink
Food and drink at Hickling (credit: Jimmy King)
We serve hot and cold drinks, tasty snacks, sweet treats, and delicious handmade sandwiches. There are gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options available.
Learning
Interactive display at Hickling (credit: Jimmy King)
Enjoy films and interactive wildlife displays.
Toilets
Wheelchair accessible, baby changing unit – also accessible when the centre is closed.
Events and walks
Discover more about this special reserve on a guided walk or workshop run by our team of knowledgeable and friendly volunteers.
Opening hours
Visitor centre opening hours are:
March to last Sunday in October 10am – 5pm
Last Monday in October to February 10am – 4pm
Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Please see Hickling Broad and Marshes page for nature reserve opening times.
Dog access
No dogs permitted on reserve or in visitor centre apart from assistance dogs. Dogs on a lead on all other paths.
Hickling boat trip (credit: Jimmy King)
Wildlife boat trips
Sail to the hidden corners of Hickling Broad on one of our guided wildlife boat trips. Look out for marsh harriers, great crested grebes and the elusive bittern.
What's on
Get in touch
Telephone: 01692 598276
Hickling visitor centre (credit: Jimmy King)
Staff at Hickling visitor centre (credit: Jimmy King)
Banners at Hickling visitor centre (credit: Jimmy King)
Staff and visitor at Hickling visitor centre (credit: Jimmy King)
Gift shop at Hickling (credit: Jimmy King)