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"Discover the long-awaited study on Broads pike! Anglers help scientists unveil pike behaviour, confirming anglers' concerns.

Engaging in consultations may feel like just another task on your long list of thing to do. However, when it comes to the Broads Authority consultations, your voice truly matters. These consultations are more than a formality—they are a key part of shaping the future of the Broads, ensuring that decisions reflect the diverse perspectives of the community. Why Responding Matters Give the Community a Voice The Broads is not just a unique landscape; it's a living, breathing co

The deer population in the Broads has surged, delighting visitors but causing issues locally

Due to family bereavement, Rose O'Neill is now unavailable, and the Broads Society is pleased to introduce: Nick Hall, Political Affairs and Campaigns Manager Campaign for National Parks “The State of the Broads in the Family of National Parks” An illustrated talk to be followed by an interactive discussion, chaired by Dr Mark Collins, Chair of the Broads Society. 3:00pm to 5:00pm, Thursday 11th April. The Auditorium, The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich NR2 1TF S

The Broads have a distinguished heritage in maintaining navigation. It’s the only member of the national park family that has such a long, navigable and tidal inland waterway running through it, which is why the Broads were late to the party in getting full UK protection status. In fact, an international treaty, the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands of International Importance, led the way, listing parts of the Broads way back in 1971. Later on, the Broads were protected unde

The Norfolk Broads, a haven for remarkable wildlife, proudly hosts the European Perch (Perca fluviatilis) among its most captivating inhabitants. Beneath the surface of its waters, the perch emerges as a visual spectacle, its body a lush green canvas streaked with bold, dark vertical bars, and its fins a fiery red. More than just a feast for the eyes, the perch embodies the resilience and adaptability of freshwater fish. Despite facing near extinction in the Broads during the

The construction of Herring Bridge at Great Yarmouth has sparked discussions about its impact on the river's ability to flow freely to the sea. For some, the bridge has been an easy target to blame for the flooding in the Broads this winter. In the busy world of social media, lots of different ideas on this subject have been shared, but they are not always correct or complete. For example, the new bridge has reduced the river's width by one-third, but rarely noted is the fact

Hundreds gathered at Hickling Community Barn on Friday 2nd February for a critical meeting to confront the escalating flooding crisis. The event, which fell on World Wetlands Day, marked a pivotal moment, drawing community members, experts, and officials together to face the mounting challenges. The meticulous planning of the event by Duncan Baker MP and his team, which spanned months, was reflected in the presentations by the diverse panel, drawn from the Internal Drainage B

When discussing conservation in the Broads, the first thing to remember is that this is not a natural environment. If it was, we could leave it alone, and it would thrive in its own equilibrium. But because it is largely man-made and has been maintained for human purposes for hundreds of years, if it were left to its own devices the broads and rivers would silt up, woodland would encroach, and much of the area would revert to swamp. Clearly, this is not what is needed. The ba

The Broads are undergoing significant climatic shifts, mirroring the global trend of climate change. These changes, marked by a steady rise in average temperatures, manifest in the Broads as warmer, wetter winters and hotter, drier summers. These aren't mere statistical changes; they represent real and impactful shifts in the region's climate that are beginning to be felt. The frequency and severity of extreme weather events, such as heavy rain leading to floods or intense he

In this blog, we explore the current state of water quality in the Norfolk Broads, the factors affecting it, and the ongoing protection.

The Broads, a breath taking landscape of wetlands and waterways, is a sanctuary for some of the UK's rarest species and a testament to the harmony between vibrant biodiversity and human activity. Attracting over seven million visitors annually and contributing an estimated £490 million to the local economy, this unique landscape is tasked with the intricate challenge of balancing ecological preservation with human enterprise. Recognized as one of Europe's most significant wet