Hickling moth and butterfly walk

Swallowtail Butterfly

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Hickling moth and butterfly walk

Location:
Hickling Broad and Marshes, Stubb Road, Hickling, NR12 0BW
Book
Explore the contents of the moth trap with our guide, before heading out in search of butterflies, including the iconic swallowtail.

Event details

Date

Time
10:30am - 12:30pm
A static map of Hickling moth and butterfly walk

About the event

Open the moth trap with our guide and be amazed at the variety and beauty of the moths inside. You'll then head out to explore different habitats in search of butterflies. You may have the chance to spot the iconic swallowtail, the UK's largest butterfly which is only found in the Norfolk Broads.

Please bring binoculars. A limited number of pairs are available to hire at the visitor centre.

Walking will include some uneven ground, up to a distance of 2.5 miles.

Booking

Price

Non-members must pay the reserve entry fee (£5 with Gift Aid, £4.50 standard entry)

Suitable for

Experts, Beginners

Know before you go

Dogs

No dogs permitted

No dogs permitted on reserve. Dogs permitted on public right of way.

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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Additional information

Important health and safety information

Events will take place in all weather conditions unless deemed unsafe. Please ensure that you dress appropriately for the weather with suitable footwear. Please be advised to take caution when walking on a site with open water and ensure that you always remain on the designated paths. Biting insects can be present at certain times of the year and you may choose to apply insect repellent as a precaution. In warmer weather, you may wish to bring a hat, sun cream and water.

Refund policy

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event or activity is cancelled by Norfolk Wildlife Trust. In the event that Norfolk Wildlife Trust has to cancel an event or activity due to low numbers, extreme weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control, we will inform you at the earliest opportunity and will offer a full refund. Please check our website www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk for event updates.