Join local naturalist Chris Durdin for a meander at NWT Thorpe Marshes and discover the nature reserve’s wildlife.

Discover the beauty and hidden wildlife of NWT Thorpe Marshes, part of the Norfolk Broads yet just on the edge of Norwich in Thorpe St Andrew. Join local naturalist Chris Durdin for a guided walk through this special reserve, a landscape of grazed and ungrazed marshes, meandering ditches, and the open waters of St Andrew’s Broad.

Whether you’re a keen birder, a nature enthusiast, or simply looking to enjoy a peaceful walk in a beautiful urban setting, this event offers a wonderful way to connect with local wildlife.

Sturdy, waterproof footwear or wellies are recommended.

Please note that there is no parking on Whitlingham Lane.

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. What3Words.shield.clip.poetic.

Under-18s should be accompanied by an adult.

Everyone’s welcome at NWT Thorpe Marshes

As part of our commitment to making nature accessible for all, and to ensure local communities benefit from NWT Thorpe Marshes, we’ve introduced the following ticketing model:

Free Community Tickets

We want everyone to feel welcome at Thorpe Marshes.

If you live within around a mile (20 minutes walk)of the site - or if cost would make it difficult for you to join, please choose a free community ticket.

No questions asked - just come and enjoy the event.

We’ve noticed that a few free places sometimes go unused, and as a charity, that can really add up. If you can’t make it, please cancel your ticket at least 24 hours before the event so someone else can take your place. We often run a waiting list and would love to offer your spot to another local resident.

Standard Tickets (Members / Non-Members)

If you don’t live locally, or you’re able to pay and would like to support our work, we’d really appreciate a small contribution towards keeping these events accessible for everyone.

Your ticket helps us cover basic costs and continue offering free community places at future events.

Come and be part of your local wild space - everyone’s welcome.

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.

Access companions are welcome free of charge. If you or someone in your group requires personal support to attend - whether physical, communicative or emotional - please add an Access Companion when asked during the ticket booking process.

Accessible nature reserves | Norfolk Wildlife Trust (https://www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/Access)

Accessible nature reserves | Norfolk Wildlife Trust (https://www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/Access)

Important Information – please read our event refund policy below:

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 Home | Norfolk Wildlife Trust (https://www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/) for event updates.

Photo credit: Nick Appleton

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