Ranworth Broad, Wetland and nature reserve in Woodbastwick, England.
The 136-hectare reserve features a wooden boardwalk through wet carr woodland leading to a floating Broads Wildlife Centre with thatched roof.
The waterways of Ranworth Broad developed through centuries of peat excavation, forming part of the extensive Norfolk Broads water system.
The floating visitor center provides educational displays about Norfolk wildlife, connecting visitors with local environmental heritage through guided water trails.
The reserve remains open from dawn until dusk year-round, while the visitor center operates between Easter and late October with parking facilities.
The reserve supports rare species including swallowtail butterflies, Norfolk hawker dragonflies, and seasonal visits from fishing ospreys.
Location: Woodbastwick
Elevation above the sea: 2 m
GPS coordinates: 52.68500,1.48139
Latest update: March 6, 2025 15:34
Norfolk combines medieval architecture, Roman ruins, and nature reserves. The region features historic manor houses, windmills, monastery ruins, and lighthouses. Natural areas include coastal beaches, pine forests, bird sanctuaries, and the Norfolk Broads with their distinctive water landscape.
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