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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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Mar 62 min read
Floating Pennywort – could a weevil solve the problem in the Broads?
Floating pennywort, introduced in the 1980s, spread in UK waters despite a 2014 ban. Now invasive, it costs over £25M annually to control.
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Jan 294 min read
National Parks Left Exposed: Concerns Mount Over New Water Pollution Legislation
Campaigners warn new water laws fail to protect National Parks like the Broads from sewage pollution, despite planned investment.
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broadssociety
Dec 18, 20245 min read
Protecting the Precious Wetlands of the Broads: Challenges and Solutions
Broads flooding and rising water levels often make the news for how they affect bridge clearances and moorings. However, these rising...
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Duncan Holmes
Sep 26, 20243 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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broadssociety
Aug 30, 20242 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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Dr Mark Collins
Jun 10, 20243 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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broadssociety
Mar 11, 20241 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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broadssociety
Mar 7, 20247 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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Duncan Holmes
Mar 5, 20244 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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broadssociety
Feb 17, 20246 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 Society
Feb 6, 20242 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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Broads Society
Feb 1, 20244 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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Broads Society
Jan 27, 20248 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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Broads Society
Jan 26, 20244 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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Broads Society
Jan 25, 20245 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 24, 20244 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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Broads Society
Jan 22, 20243 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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