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Welcome to the Broads Society Blog Page
Step into the world of the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads through our engaging and informative blog. Here, we bring you closer to the fascinating stories, hidden gems, and vibrant community life that make the Broads an extraordinary place. Our blog is a celebration of nature, heritage, and the passionate efforts of those who strive to protect this unique landscape.
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RARE BLUE BUTTERFLY NOW THRIVING IN ITS FORMER HOME
Re-locating three dozen Silver-studded blue butterflies - a conservation success in the Broadland Country Park.
Broads Society
Jul 73 min read
FOURTH ‘DISCOVERY HUB’ COMPLETED AT GT YARMOUTH
The fourth Broads Society Discovery Hub, situated in Great Yarmouth - near the Yacht Station. Installed and ready for launch this August.
Broads Society
Jun 163 min read
HELP US CELEBRATE WORLD PEATLANDS DAY!
The Broads are recognised internationally as one of Europe's most important wetlands.
Broads Society
Jun 24 min read
Wildlife Watch with Jerry
Barton Broad, Black Terns and Bitterns Jerry Simpson Black tern in flight. Credit: RSPB.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/Black-tern The...
Broads Society
May 173 min read
Remembering the US Army Air Forces in the Norfolk Broads
Please note this event will be conducted via a Zoom Webinar, please use the QR code for further details.
Broads Society
May 121 min read
Wildlife Watch with Jerry
St Mark's flies and Little Gulls.
The first of Jerry Simpson's Wildlife Notes for the Broads Society.
Broads Society
Apr 283 min read
PLANNING IN THE BROADS
Planning in the Broads
Broads Society
Apr 224 min read
THE BROADS SOCIETY SUPPORTS THE NATIONWIDE RLSS “DON’T DRINK AND DROWN” CAMPAIGN
Royal Life Saving Society UK campaign aiming to reduce drownings related to alcohol and drugs.
Encouraging everyone to take responsibility, keeping themselves, friends and family, safe whilst enjoying watersports.
Broads Society
Apr 102 min read
Precious jewels of the Broads: chalk rivers, streams and other rarities
Precious jewels of the Broads: chalk rivers, streams and other rarities
Broads Society
Mar 244 min read
Floating Pennywort – could a weevil solve the problem in the Broads?
Floating pennywort, introduced in the 1980s, spread in UK waters despite a 2014 ban. Now invasive, it costs over £25M annually to control.
broadssociety
Mar 62 min read
National Parks Left Exposed: Concerns Mount Over New Water Pollution Legislation
Campaigners warn new water laws fail to protect National Parks like the Broads from sewage pollution, despite planned investment.
broadssociety
Jan 294 min read
Protecting the Precious Wetlands of the Broads: Challenges and Solutions
Broads flooding and rising water levels often make the news for how they affect bridge clearances and moorings. However, these rising...
broadssociety
Dec 18, 20245 min read
CNP National Parks Protector Awards Emphasise Better Access for All
Broads Society members may recall that last year the Broads Authority’s Education Officer, Nick Sanderson, won an award for his nature...
broadssociety
Dec 13, 20242 min read
Biodiversity Emergency Declared in the Broads
The Broads, Britain’s most biodiverse freshwater wetland, is stepping up in the fight against biodiversity loss.
Dr Mark Collins
Dec 4, 20245 min read
Atlantic Herring: A Historic Legacy in Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth
Discover the rich history of herring in East Anglia, from its cultural impact to sustainable fishing practices.
Duncan Holmes
Oct 22, 20245 min read
Historic Broads Eel Sett Earns Prestigious Heritage Listing
Discover the rich history of the Broads' Eel Sett, recently awarded heritage status, and its vital role in eel fishing
Dr Mark Collins
Oct 18, 20244 min read
Briefing on Tolls - The Society's Response
A tolls briefing for all BA Members is scheduled for 8th October 2024. Ahead of this, the Society has submitted the following response.
broadssociety
Oct 7, 20242 min read
Pike Behaviour in the Broads
"Discover the long-awaited study on Broads pike! Anglers help scientists unveil pike behaviour, confirming anglers' concerns.
Duncan Holmes
Sep 26, 20243 min read
ARE OUR BROADLAND WATERWAYS HEALTHY?
Are our Broadland waterways healthy? Discover the challenges facing the Broads and how we can protect these vital wetlands.
Dr Mark Collins
Sep 24, 20244 min read
Another Broads Authority Consultation: Why does it make a difference?
Engaging in consultations may feel like just another task on your long list of thing to do. However, when it comes to the Broads...
broadssociety
Aug 30, 20242 min read
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