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Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection is an outdoor event scheduled for 28 October 2026 at BMX Track Sloughbottom Park in Norwich. It focuses on the River Wensum's wildlife, habitats, and role as a lifeline for nature. Entry is free.
Discover the River Wensum’s wildlife, habitats and vital role as a lifeline for nature through the heart of Norwich.
Join Norfolk Wildlife Trust Ambassador Nick Acheson for a guided walk exploring the River Wensum, one of Norfolk's most important waterways for wildlife. Flowing through the heart of Norwich, this rare chalk river supports an incredible diversity of plants and animals, from kingfishers and otters to water voles and dragonflies.
Discover how the Wensum acts as a vital wildlife corridor, connecting habitats across the landscape and providing a lifeline for the species that call the river home.
Assistance dogs only please.
Please meet at the BMX track at Sloughbottom Park, What3Words ///riots.warns.thanks
Accessibility
We want our events, and nature itself, to be accessible to everyone. If you have specific needs or requirements, please get in touch at events@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk so we can support you wherever possible. Please be aware that the natural terrain and access conditions may limit what we are able to provide on site.
Accessible nature reserves | Norfolk Wildlife Trust (https://www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/Access)
Photo credit: Elizabeth Dack
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Frequently asked questions
Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection takes place on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 10:00.
Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection is held at BMX Track Sloughbottom Park in Norwich (33 Valpy Avenue, Norwich, NR3 2EN).
Entry to Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of BMX Track Sloughbottom Park can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection
Editorial Summary
Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection is an outdoor event scheduled for 28 October 2026 at BMX Track Sloughbottom Park in Norwich. It focuses on the River Wensum's wildlife, habitats, and role as a lifeline for nature. Entry is free.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Discover the River Wensum’s wildlife, habitats and vital role as a lifeline for nature through the heart of Norwich.
Join Norfolk Wildlife Trust Ambassador Nick Acheson for a guided walk exploring the River Wensum, one of Norfolk's most important waterways for wildlife. Flowing through the heart of Norwich, this rare chalk river supports an incredible diversity of plants and animals, from kingfishers and otters to water voles and dragonflies.
Discover how the Wensum acts as a vital wildlife corridor, connecting habitats across the landscape and providing a lifeline for the species that call the river home.
Assistance dogs only please.
Please meet at the BMX track at Sloughbottom Park, What3Words ///riots.warns.thanks
Accessibility
We want our events, and nature itself, to be accessible to everyone. If you have specific needs or requirements, please get in touch at events@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk so we can support you wherever possible. Please be aware that the natural terrain and access conditions may limit what we are able to provide on site.
Accessible nature reserves | Norfolk Wildlife Trust (https://www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/Access)
Photo credit: Elizabeth Dack
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection?
Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection takes place on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection taking place?
Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection is held at BMX Track Sloughbottom Park in Norwich (33 Valpy Avenue, Norwich, NR3 2EN).
How much are tickets for Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection?
Entry to Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of BMX Track Sloughbottom Park can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection?
Tickets for Exploring the Wensum: river, wildlife and connection can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of BMX Track Sloughbottom Park
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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Time
Venue
33 Valpy Avenue, Norwich, NR3 2EN
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