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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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Between River and Reed: The Role of Pike in Norfolk's Aquatic Ecosystem
Broads Pike Swimming below the surface of Norfolk Broads, the Northern pike (Esox lucius) commands the waterways with a quiet, dignified...
Duncan Holmes
Feb 11, 20247 min read
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...
Broads Society
Feb 7, 20243 min read
Broads Flooding Meeting - Hickling 2nd February 2024
Hundreds gathered at Hickling Community Barn on Friday 2nd February for a critical meeting to confront the escalating flooding crisis....
Broads Society
Feb 6, 20242 min read
The Broads and Well-being: A Natural Sanctuary
Today marks World Wetlands Day, and in 2024 we are celebrating the huge impact that wetlands have on human wellbeing. Wetlands, are not...
Broads Society
Feb 2, 20245 min read
Innovative Conservation Strategies in the Broads: Balancing Nature and Human Activities
When discussing conservation in the Broads, the first thing to remember is that this is not a natural environment. If it was, we could...
Broads Society
Feb 1, 20244 min read
Education and Awareness: The Key to Protecting the Broads
For hundreds of years knowledge and understanding of the Broads and its ecology was passed down from farmers, marshmen and countrymen to...
Broads Society
Jan 31, 20243 min read
The Economic Value of Wetlands: Insights from the Broads
A Treasure of Nature and Economy The Broads is not just a haven for wildlife and a place of natural beauty, but also a vital cog in the...
Broads Society
Jan 30, 20245 min read
Community Involvement in Protecting the Broads : Celebrate Broads Volunteers
Would it surprise you to know that there is an army of volunteers helping to protect the Broads? As we continue our series of blogs...
Broads Society
Jan 29, 20245 min read
Recreation and Its Impact on the Broads
It comes as no surprise that the most important form of recreation on the Broads is boating. It takes many different forms, including...
Broads Society
Jan 28, 20244 min read
Climate Change and the Broads: What's at Stake
The Broads are undergoing significant climatic shifts, mirroring the global trend of climate change. These changes, marked by a steady...
Broads Society
Jan 27, 20248 min read
Water Quality and Wetlands: The Role of the Broads
In this blog, we explore the current state of water quality in the Norfolk Broads, the factors affecting it, and the ongoing protection.
Broads Society
Jan 26, 20244 min read
Balancing Human Activity and Wetland Conservation in the Broads
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...
Broads Society
Jan 25, 20245 min read
The Broads: A Haven for Biodiversity
In 1976, “Broadland” was amongst the earliest sites to be designated a Wetland of International Importance .
Broads Society
Jan 24, 20244 min read
Connecting People and Wetlands: How People Use the Broads
The Broads is not just a haven of ecological marvels; it seamlessly blending preservation with leisure and sustenance.
Broads Society
Jan 23, 20246 min read
Celebrating World Wetlands Day: A Story of Restoration in the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads
Every February 2nd, the world observes World Wetlands Day, marking the anniversary of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands established in 1971.
Broads Society
Jan 22, 20243 min read
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