Join the Conversation: Society Suppers – A Series of Topical Debates
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broadssociety
- Aug 30
- 2 min
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...
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Jamie Campbell
- Aug 27
- 3 min
Increase Broads Tourism Through the Port of Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth's potential as a key access point to the Broads is untapped due to poor facilities. Improving access, safety, and amenities c
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broadssociety
- Aug 16
- 4 min
Hidden Threats: Pharmaceutical Pollution in the Broads
England’s designated national parks, celebrated for their breath taking landscapes and rich biodiversity, are coming under threat from a...
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broadssociety
- Jul 5
- 3 min
A Legacy of Wind Power: Mutton's Mill and the Broads' Drainage Legacy
On July 13th, the Broads Society in partnership with the Water Mills & Marshes Landscape Partnership Scheme is hosting a guided walk to...
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broadssociety
- Jul 4
- 2 min
Haven Bridge Reopens: A Temporary Respite for the Broads Boating Community
We are delighted to announce the reopening of Haven Bridge, a critical artery for the Broads boating community.
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broadssociety
- Jun 27
- 1 min
Boating and the Broads Society
Do you keep a boat on the Broads? If so, you're among 12,500 others, including many of our Trustees! The Broads Society has a rich...
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Dr Mark Collins
- Jun 10
- 3 min
MUCH LOVED BUT, OH DEER, ARE WE TOO MANY?
The deer population in the Broads has surged, delighting visitors but causing issues locally
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Peter Ward
- Apr 21
- 6 min
“SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO?”: KEEPING A BOAT ON THE BROADS – IS IT ANY LONGER VALUE FOR MONEY?
Explore whether it's still cost-effective to keep a boat on the Broads amid rising tolls and restricted access, with insights from the Broom
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broadssociety
- Apr 15
- 6 min
WORK TOGETHER AND FUNDBRITAIN’S WATERWAYS
Join the Broads Society rally at Acle Bridge to support sustainable funding for the Broads. Defra's core grant falls short of toll income,
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broadssociety
- Mar 26
- 3 min
CHALLENGES FOR LEISURE CRAFT PASSING THROUGH GT YARMOUTH PORT
Introduction This paper sets out the challenges, risks and potential mitigation measures for leisure boat owners seeking access from the...
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broadssociety
- Mar 11
- 1 min
"The State of the Broads in the Family of National Parks"
Due to family bereavement, Rose O'Neill is now unavailable, and the Broads Society is pleased to introduce: Nick Hall, Political Affairs...
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broadssociety
- Mar 7
- 7 min
NAVIGATION AND THE BROADS
The Broads have a distinguished heritage in maintaining navigation. It’s the only member of the national park family that has such a...
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Duncan Holmes
- Mar 5
- 4 min
The Perch: A Natural Jewel of the Norfolk Broads
The Norfolk Broads, a haven for remarkable wildlife, proudly hosts the European Perch (Perca fluviatilis) among its most captivating...
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broadssociety
- Mar 1
- 7 min
TOLLS ON THE BROADS AND OTHER INLAND WATERWAYS
More than 200 navigation authorities look after Britain’s inland waterways. All of these have regulations governing access; many require...
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broadssociety
- Feb 29
- 2 min
Walking in The Broads - Hardley Staithe
Our "Walking in the Broads" series continues with this lovely 4-mile walk which starts from the parking area at Hardley Staithe (Explorer...
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broadssociety
- Feb 19
- 8 min
History of Simpsons Boatyard
The businesses at the site of our boatyard have, over the last 100 years been, severally, known as: Southgate Bros; Southgate Bros...
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broadssociety
- Feb 17
- 6 min
The Impact of Herring Bridge on River Flow Dynamics at Great Yarmouth
The construction of Herring Bridge at Great Yarmouth has sparked discussions about its impact on the river's ability to flow freely to...
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Duncan Holmes
- Feb 11
- 7 min
Between River and Reed: The Role of Pike in Norfolk's Aquatic Ecosystem
Broads Pike Swimming below the surface of Norfolk Broads, the pike (Esox Lucius) commands the waterways with a quiet, dignified presence....
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Broads Society
- Feb 7
- 3 min
Walking in the Broads: Martham and West Somerton
This pleasant 6-mile walk starts from the village sign on the green in Martham. The village is on a regular bus route from Great...
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