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

Are our Broadland waterways healthy? Discover the challenges facing the Broads and how we can protect these vital wetlands.

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

Great Yarmouth's potential as a key access point to the Broads is untapped due to poor facilities. Improving access, safety, and amenities c

England’s designated national parks, celebrated for their breath taking landscapes and rich biodiversity, are coming under threat from a source often overlooked: pharmaceutical pollution. A report released on 13 August 2024 and spearheaded by the University of York has unveiled alarming levels of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in the rivers flowing through these protected areas, raising concerns about their impact on both ecological and human health. Collectively a

On July 13th, the Broads Society in partnership with the Water Mills & Marshes Landscape Partnership Scheme is hosting a guided walk to Mutton's Mill. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience this historical landmark first hand and learn more about its fascinating role in the Broads' drainage history. Space is limited, so be sure to register online in advance. The Halvergate Marshes in the Broads National Park present a stark landscape – a vast expanse of low-lying land

We are delighted to announce the reopening of Haven Bridge, a critical artery for the Broads boating community.

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 history with boating and navigation. Our founder, Len Ramuz, was an avid sailor, and many attendees of the Society’s inaugural meeting at NBYC in 1956 were experienced in cruising and racing on the Broads. This tradition continues in the Society today, with sailing, motor cruising, historic boats, and paddle craft interests well represented across

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

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

Join the Broads Society rally at Acle Bridge to support sustainable funding for the Broads. Defra's core grant falls short of toll income,

Introduction This paper sets out the challenges, risks and potential mitigation measures for leisure boat owners seeking access from the Norfolk Broads to the North Sea and back to the Broads, where their boats are usually moored. It has been prepared by the Broads Society and the Broom Owners Club, with additional support from other contributors, and builds on some concerns recently published by the Broads Society here . The authors express their collective concerns about th