Thompson Common
A truly incredible and unique place. Thompson Common is famous for its ‘pingo’ ponds – a network of around 400 small pools created during the last Ice Age. It’s also home to the UK’s rarest…
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Bird safari at Thompson Common
Join us on this family workshop to learn about the brilliant birds of Thompson Common.
Wildflower wander at Thompson Common
Join us as we explore Thompson Common to see how many different plants we can find.
Incredible invertebrates at Thompson Common
Join us as we forage among the foliage and peer into our pre-dipped pond water, to investigate any interesting invertebrates which may be lurking.
Norfolk Wildlife Trust travels back to the Ice Age to support wildlife
Norfolk Wildlife Trust excavates rare 'ghost pingo' ponds dating back to the Ice Age to restore wildlife-rich habitat to Norfolk.
Dragonfly watching and identification at NWT Thompson Water
A 4 mile walk led by County Dragonfly Recorder for Norfolk Pam Taylor to search for and identify a broad range of dragonfly species around the water on the nature reserve.
Pochard
The once-common pochard is now under threat because its populations are declining rapidly. The UK is an important winter destination for the pochard, with 48,000 birds visiting our wetlands and…
Globally rare frog to benefit from new Norfolk habitat
We are leading a partnership to protect and expand ancient landscapes in the Brecks to enhance the habitat of the rare northern pool frog.
Red-crested pochard
This striking duck was introduced to the UK and is now established as a breeding bird in England.
Norfolk Commons Week
Join us for our popular annual celebration of Norfolk’s special commons, wildlife, and history, with a range of guided walks, talks, and family activities.
Common osier
The Common osier is a small willow tree that is found in fens and ditches, and on riverbanks. It has been widely cultivated and coppiced for its twigs, which are used in traditional basket-making…
Common skate
Despite its name, the "common" skate is not so common anymore. In fact, they are Critically Endangered.