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A kingfisher at Thorpe Marshes (credit: Steve Thompson)
NWT Thorpe Marshes guided walk
Thorpe Marshes,
Located in Thorpe St Andrew, just outside Norwich. To visit the reserve, walk along Whitlingham Lane, which is accessed from the A1242 Yarmouth Road (which is diagonally opposite Thunder Lane and not from Trowse) at the traffic light junction with Yarmouth Road. At the end of this short road there is a footbridge over the railway line which gives access to the reserve. There is no parking on Whitlingham Lane. The site is easily reached via bus from Norwich city centre. , Thorpe St Andrew, Norfolk, NR7 0QA
About the event
Explore NWT Thorpe Marshes, part of the Norfolk Broads, yet on the edge of Norwich in Thorpe St Andrew. It's a charming mix of grazed and ungrazed marshes, ditches and the open water of St Andrew's Broad. Join local naturalist, Chris Durdin, for a meander and discover the reserve’s wildlife. Bring binoculars and a camera if you have them.
Meet at the pedestrian railway bridge at the end of Whitlingham Lane, NR7 0QA, which is accessed from the A1242 Yarmouth Road (not from Trowse) and is diagonally opposite Thunder Lane. Please also note that there is no parking on Whitlingham Lane.
Under-18s should be accompanied by an adult.
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Dogs
Visitors with dogs are invited to walk along the permissive path, keeping dogs on leads to avoid disturbance to stock and wildlife.
Meet at the pedestrian railway bridge at the end of Whitlingham Lane, NR7 0QA, which is accessed from the A1242 Yarmouth Road (not from Trowse) and is diagonally opposite Thunder Lane. Please also note that there is no parking on Whitlingham Lane.
Under-18s should be accompanied by an adult.
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.