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Duncan Holmes

Sep 263 min read

Pike Behaviour in the Broads

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

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Another Broads Authority Consultation: Why does it make a difference?

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Aug 302 min read

Another Broads Authority Consultation: Why does it make a difference?

Engaging in consultations may feel like just another task on your long list of thing to do. However, when it comes to the Broads...

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MUCH LOVED BUT, OH DEER, ARE WE TOO MANY?

Dr Mark Collins

Jun 103 min read

MUCH LOVED BUT, OH DEER, ARE WE TOO MANY?

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

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"The State of the Broads in the Family of National Parks"

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Mar 111 min read

"The State of the Broads in the Family of National Parks"

Due to family bereavement, Rose O'Neill is now unavailable, and the Broads Society is pleased to introduce: Nick Hall, Political Affairs...

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Mar 77 min read

NAVIGATION AND THE BROADS

The Broads have a distinguished heritage in maintaining navigation. It’s the only member of the national park family that has such a...

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The Perch: A Natural Jewel of the Norfolk Broads

Duncan Holmes

Mar 54 min read

The Perch: A Natural Jewel of the Norfolk Broads

The Norfolk Broads, a haven for remarkable wildlife, proudly hosts the European Perch (Perca fluviatilis) among its most captivating...

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The Impact of Herring Bridge on River Flow Dynamics at Great Yarmouth

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Feb 176 min read

The Impact of Herring Bridge on River Flow Dynamics at Great Yarmouth

The construction of Herring Bridge at Great Yarmouth has sparked discussions about its impact on the river's ability to flow freely to...

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Broads Flooding Meeting - Hickling 2nd February 2024

Broads Society

Feb 62 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....

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Innovative Conservation Strategies in the Broads: Balancing Nature and Human Activities

Broads Society

Feb 14 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...

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Climate Change and the Broads: What's at Stake

Broads Society

Jan 278 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...

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Water Quality and Wetlands: The Role of the Broads

Broads Society

Jan 264 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.

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Balancing Human Activity and Wetland Conservation in the Broads

Broads Society

Jan 255 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...

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Broads Society

Jan 244 min read

The Broads: A Haven for Biodiversity

In 1976, “Broadland” was amongst the earliest sites to be designated a Wetland of International Importance .

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Celebrating World Wetlands Day: A Story of Restoration in the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads

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Jan 223 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.

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