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Nature & wildlife in the East of England

Reconnect with the wilder side of Suffolk and Norfolk through landscapes that shift from ancient woodland and heathland to marshes, estuaries and coastal paths. Different habitats bring different sightings, so each visit has its own rhythm, whether you’re there for birds, photography, wildflowers or a quieter walk with purpose.

Iconic areas such as the  Broads and Breckland offer well-managed access, strong conservation work and the kind of expert insight that helps you notice more than you would alone.

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Landscape view of Snape Maltings in Suffolk, showing marshland and sculptures along the Suffolk coast
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Snape Maltings

Located on the Suffolk coast, Snape Maltings is one of the world's leading centres of music and a…

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NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes National Nature Reserve

The largest of the Norfolk Broads, NWT Hickling Broad is a year-round haven for many of the UK's…

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NWT Cley Marshes

The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a…

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Hillside Animal Sanctuary

Hillside Animal Sanctuary was founded in 1995 to help and campaign for animals in need' and most…

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Helmingham Hall Gardens

Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed Gardens,…

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Bishop’s Boats Seal Trips

See the Blakeney Point seals in their natural environment, basking on the Blakeney Point or…

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Old Hall Southwold

Celebrating the best of Suffolk's countryside and coast, using some of the finest seasonal and…

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Jet Adventures

Thrilling seal watching and coastal sightseeing boat trips along Norfolk and Suffolk’s Sunrise…

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