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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Join us on Tuesday 28 April for a fantastic evening of bat detecting in the beautiful surroundings of Ranworth 🦇 The event is organised in partnership with experts from the Norwich & Norfolk Bat Group, Natural England and the Broads Authority. Get tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ranworth-b...

Poster advertising a “Bat Walk” event in the Broads National Park. Large bold text reads “BAT WALK” over a purple and coral abstract background. Smaller text says “Events in the Broads National Park with our Rangers!” and invites viewers to learn more and book via broads-authority.eventbrite.com.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Sorry everyone - no cheesy generative AI April Fools rubbish from us today. How about a lovely view of an April sunrise over the perfectly still broadland waters and whispering reeds instead? Enjoy and remember to log off and touch some grass (or reeds) today 🤝 📷 Julian Claxton

An image of an april sunrise on the Broads, with silhouetted reeds and pastel colours in the sky reflected in the water

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Every year we produce a visitor magazine called Broadcaster, helping visitors find the best things to do here. For 2026 we teamed up with illustrator Toby Rampton who drew this fantastic cover of bitterns hiding out in the reeds 😀 Grab a copy from Broads visitor centres and businesses soon!

An image of the cover of the 2026 Broadcaster Magazine, with bitterns standing in a reedbed.

A man holding up a copy of Broadcaster magazine standing on a log in a woodland habitat.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Interested in helping to inspire young people to love and appreciate the natural world? We have a new vacancy for an Environmental Learning Project Officer which might be perfect for you! Applications close on 17 April 2026. To apply visit: www.broads-authority.gov.uk/careers/curr...

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Want to help shape access to the Broads? We’re looking for volunteers to join the Broads Local Access Forum, which advises on land and water access across the Broads. For more information and to apply visit: www.broads-authority.gov.uk/news/vacanci...

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

The weather is looking perfect to admire the moonrise on Wednesday! On this family-friendly event we'll join Jon Tyler for a Spring evening odyssey including birch torches, stargazing, owl calling, night-vision tricks & taking in the moonrise over the broad. 🎟️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/twilight-b...

Full moon rising over a purple twilight sky above a marsh landscape. Event poster text reads: “Family-friendly event: Twilight boardwalk and moonrise. Join night explorer Jon Tyler for a Spring evening odyssey that includes birch torches, star gazing, owl calling, night-vision tricks and moonrise over Barton Broad. Wed 4 March, 6pm. Booking via Eventbrite.”

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Interested in giving back to the Broads? 🌿 We have up to 10 places available to join us as Practical Volunteers with our Maintenance Team. This hands-on role is perfect for anyone keen to get outdoors & learn new skills. Visit our website for more info: www.broads-authority.gov.uk/looking-afte...

Two workers in orange safety gear repair a muddy wooden boardwalk in a wooded wetland, with the text “Volunteer Opportunities - Practical Volunteers” and Broads Authority branding and website link.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Relics of the Broads' past at Upton in the Broads - pictures of what feels like the last time we had any sunshine! A wonderful area to visit, with plenty to keep the eyes and ears entertained. Mewing marsh harriers, sail lines clacking and the sound of dry reed blowing in the breeze. #BroadsNP

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Do you have a keen interest in the Broads and wetlands? 💭 Through conversations with experts and locals, our new podcast - Broadly Speaking - delves into the science behind the Broads and how our wetlands hold the key for a greener future. Give it a listen today: open.spotify.com/show/322tik3...

A rust‑red podcast graphic with the title “The Broadly Speaking podcast” and the tagline “How water and land management shape the Broads.” Illustrated reeds and a simple line drawing appear on the left and bottom. A cream panel on the right shows a butterfly illustration and the text “Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud.”

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

We currently have some consultant opportunities to help support our next National Lottery Heritage Fund project, including a Project Evaluator and Heritage Sector Support role. Interested? Visit our website to read more and apply by 16 January 2026 👉 www.broads-authority.gov.uk/about-us/how...

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Norfolk N̶o̶r̶t̶h̶e̶r̶n̶ Lights This truly impressive display was captured right here over Barton Broad last week. It's rare the aurora borealis is so visible in our part of the world, but when it does show it's a real treat! Well done to Jon Kelf on capturing the moment for us all to enjoy.

A glowing pink and green display of the aurora borealis over the still waters of Barton Broad

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Well done to Matt who has had this fantastic image of a moonrise over Thurne Mill shortlisted in the 2025 National Parks UK Photo Competition. Vote for this picture by visiting the NPUK Instagram page and dropping a like on it to help him with a chance of winning! www.instagram.com/nationalpark...

A serene evening scene featuring Thurne Mill, a traditional white windmill beside a calm river, with houses and trees in the background. A large pink moon rises in the blue sky above. Text on the image reads: “Thurne Mill by Matt Willimott – Shortlisted in the National Parks UK Photo Competition. Head to the NPUK Instagram page to vote.”

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

We’re proud to support the Baton of Hope in Norwich today 💛 Our Rangers will guide the #BatonOfHope by river from Jarrold Bridge to Norwich Yacht Station (16:30-17:00pm). Join us in backing the UK’s biggest suicide prevention campaign and promoting the power of nature for mental health.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

There's still time to enter the 2025 National Parks UK Photography Competition 🤝🏻 Submit your images via Instagram before 5 September for a chance to win £250 in Sykes Cottages vouchers and over £100 in Collins National Park books. Read more here: www.nationalparks.uk/photo-compet...

A black-and-white photo of a sailboat on a river with trees in the background. Overlaid text reads: ‘National Parks UK Photography Competition. Win a prize bundle worth over £350. Enter before 5 September.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Our first set of Volunteer Action Days are coming up in August, offering an opportunity to learn about conservation work and get stuck in managing the landscape at Reedham Marshes 🌿 A great way to enjoy some volunteering with no long-term commitment. Interested? Book your spot here: bit.ly/40J1dB7

A group of three smiling volunteers and a Broads ecologist standing on a grassy path through tall reeds, holding long bamboo poles. They are dressed in outdoor gear and appear to be in a wetland or marsh area. Text on the image reads: “Volunteer Action Days #1 Reedham Marshes – 19–22 August 2025. Book via Eventbrite."

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Is it us or would this shot make a fantastic book (or album) cover? 🧑‍🎨 A heron takes off in-front of the fiery setting sun near the River Thurne. Well done to Will for capturing this incredible shot! 📷 @whulbert-photos.bsky.social

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

🤝 We have some fantastic Volunteer Action Days coming up soon which offer a great opportunity to have a go at conservation volunteering in the Broads National Park. Get involved and join us this August, September and February 2026. Book your spot here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/volunteer...

A promotional poster for "Volunteer Action Days" with bold white text on a dark purple background. The poster is decorated with stylised, illustrated purple and green flowers and plants. A QR code is centered at the top. Below the main text, it reads: "Have a go at conservation work and help to look after the Broads. Book your spot on Eventbrite." Three dates are listed at the bottom: "18 AUG", "15 SEPT", and "23 FEB".

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Earlier this year, a second drone survey of deer populations in the Broads was completed - providing the clearest picture yet of how they are impacting our wetland landscapes. If you're interested in learning more, find the full article on our website: www.broads-authority.gov.uk/news/largest...

A male muntjac deer rests in green grass, showing small antlers and dark facial stripes, photographed by Marc Baldwin

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Margaret Boyd @mboyd7.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Last day of birding #norfolk & #suffolk and not disappointed with a boat trip at Hickling Broad #norfolkwildlifetrust common cranes close overhead, marsh harriers and hobbies aplenty. And a dink in the sun ☀️

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Join a guided walk with the Broads Rangers this Tuesday May 6 near Potter Heigham! 🧭 Explore a Hickling Nature Reserve and one of England's last-remaining eel setts on this fascinating walk which delves into the history of eel catching. Book here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eel-sett-g...

A poster for the “Eel Sett Guided Walk” on 6 May, 10am–1pm, £6. Includes a photo of a black-painted riverside hut with a corrugated red metal roof.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

The weather is looking great for this evening's bat walk at Ranworth! Join the experts from @norfolknorwichbats.bsky.social to learn more about, spot and record bats. Still some tickets available via Eventbrite here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ranworth-b...

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Ranworth Bat Walk

Join us for an evening at Ranworth with the experts looking for and recording bats.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

It's looking like a lovely weekend in the Broads! If you're heading out on your canoe, kayak or SUP it pays to be water smart and to learn the rules of the river. Check out our website for some top tips to help you make the most of your time on the water. www.visitthebroads.co.uk/discover-the...

A woman and a boy kayaking on a calm river, both wearing life jackets and paddling side by side. Tall green reeds line the riverbank in the background under a clear sky.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Whether you own a boat here or are coming for a holiday trip, who's looking forward to another summer on the Broads? The Broads Authority's Yacht Stations, visitor centres and staffed moorings re-open for the summer on Saturday 29 March and we can't wait for another season! ☀️

A Quay Ranger wearing a life jacket and holding a brochure talks to an older man by the riverside in Norwich. The Quay Ranger points to information in the brochure while the older man gestures as they engage in conversation. In the background, people are walking along the towpath, and a boat is moored on the calm water, surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers overhead.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

We’re thrilled that our infamous demon dog, Black Shuck, will be featured in Royal Mail's new Myths and Legends stamp collection, illustrated by Adam Simpson 🔥 The collection celebrates UK folklore, including Scotland’s Loch Ness Monster, Cornish Piskies, and Northern Ireland’s Fionn mac Cumhai.

A Royal Mail stamp featuring an illustration of Black Shuck, the infamous demon dog from East Anglian folklore. The fearsome black hound, with glowing red eyes and a menacing snarl, is depicted standing on scorched ground with sharp, jagged lines. Behind the creature, a medieval church looms under a stormy sky filled with ominous clouds and lightning. The stamp is marked “1st” in the top right corner, with “Black Shuck” labeled at the bottom left.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

A superb capture of a Bearded reedling perched up at Hickling Broad ✨ Males sport a bold black ‘moustache’ against soft tawny plumage. These fascinating birds build intricate, globe-shaped nests among reeds near water and often chatter in small flocks outside breeding season. 📷 Adam Spruce

An image showing a male Bearded reedling perched on a reed, bathed in golden light against a backdrop of out-of-focus reeds

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Before vs after at Six Mile House Drainage Mill 💙 Built in the 19th century, this Broads windpump drained land until 1946. After years of neglect, it was restored during the Water, Mills & Marshes project. Apprentices repaired brickwork, replaced the cap & added floors - keeping history alive!

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

A huge congratulations to Waterways Projects Officer Emily who was highly-commended in the Green Impact Award category of the 2025 Apprenticeships Norfolk Awards last week! She is currently working towards the Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3 Standard) at City College Norwich.

Emily at the Apprenticeship Awards with her highly commended certificate

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

A majestic Marsh Harrier soars above the reedbeds 🦅 This iconic species was once driven to UK extinction by the late 19th century. They began breeding here again from 1927, with numbers rising steadily thanks to conservation efforts. Thankfully, now they are often a common sight in the Broads!

A marsh harrier soars above a golden reedbed, its broad wings outstretched and slightly tilted. The bird’s plumage is a mix of warm brown, cream, and black, with a pale head contrasting against the darker body.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

The upcoming Fibrebroads: Cultivating Sustainable Futures Symposium explores Paludi-fibre in bio-based building materials 🌿 Join experts on biomaterials, sustainable design & innovation plus a student exhibition showcasing fresh ideas. Interested? Book here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/fibrebroad...

A promotional poster for 'Fibrebroads: Cultivating Sustainable Futures' exhibition at Norwich University of the Arts. The event takes place on Monday, 17 February, from 10:00 to 17:00 at DS4, Duke Street Building, NR3 3AS. The exhibition showcases MArch students' paludiculture research works at Boardman House, NR2 4SL. The poster features a textured, brown, 3D-printed object made from a reed fibre, eggshell, and sand composite. Logos for Norwich University of the Arts and Broads Authority are at the bottom. A subtle blue map-like pattern is in the background. Image credit: Sam Joy, MArch Architecture.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

After what felt like a very long January, it's a new month and we're already looking ahead to enjoying the signs of spring hitting the Broads! To kick things off, we're loving this iconic image of St Benet's Level Drainage Mill reflected in the still waters of the River Thurne. 📷 Tom Mackie

St Benet's Level mill and a black wooden chalet with a white porch stand beside the River Thurne, reflecting perfectly in the still surface. The scene is bathed in warm golden sunlight, with reeds in the foreground and a clear blue sky above.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

It can often be grey & oppressive, but a Norfolk woodland in winter, when the weather conditions are just right, is truly a magical sight to behold ✨ Thank you to Rick Bowden for sharing, if this doesn't make us want to get out there and brave the winter chills for a woodland walk then what will?!

A woodland scene with small trees holding onto brown leaves. Tall tree trunks stand in the foreground, while soft light filters through the misty background. The forest floor is covered in fallen leaves.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Know anyone who owns a business in the Broads? An opportunity here for any small/medium businesses based in the area (Norfolk) to bid for some funding to help them grow and scale up! Find out more information on the @jarroldsnorwich.bsky.social website. www.jarrold.com/what-we-do/j...

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Jarrolds Growth Fund - Jarrold & Sons Ltd

Jarrolds Growth Fund As part of our ongoing commitment to nurturing Norfolk’s business community, we are delighted to announce the launch of the Jarrolds Growth Fund. A pot of £100,000 will be release...

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Graeme Taplin Photographer @graemetaplin.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Mutton's Mill on the Halvergate marshes....a tough early morning to get much of this trip 📷 Big grey Norfolk skies and muted colour in the winter marsh foregrounds. We'll treat is a recce to return for a colourful sunrise! DJI Mavic 3 cine drone #Sharemondays2025 @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social

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🐋Cpeterkessler @cpeterkessler.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Heading along Limekiln Dyke, towards Neatishead Staithe, for a drink at the White Horse Tavern #NorfolkBroadsNP @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

We love the vibrant colours of this shot of the River Thurne, taken on a particularly cold snap last winter where thick ice formed on the rivers 🥶 We've certainly had some glorious winter weather recently! 📷 @graemetaplin.bsky.social

A wintry image of Thurne Mill in Broads with its iconic white sails and a boat resting on a frozen waterway. Warm light highlights the serene landscape of reeds and trees, creating a tranquil, timeless scene, and the sky is a pastel blue suggesting sunrise/sunset.

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 24/12/2024

Why not explore the Broads this Christmas? Boats to hire, paths to wander, and wildlife to admire. Experience Norfolk and Suffolk’s natural jewel this festive season. 🚶‍♀️🛶 #VisitTheBroads & recharge your soul writes @oscarwoofs.bsky.social @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social

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Unwind in the Broads: East Anglia’s amazing wildlife paradise

The Broads is East Anglia’s only national park, a unique wetland offering nature reserves, boating, and wildlife, with stunning landscapes and rich history

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

This week saw us celebrate 75 years of the UK's National Parks 🥳 Seventy-five years ago the "people’s charter for the open air" was enacted, paving the way for the establishment of the UK’s first National Parks. What a journey it has been so far for the Broads and the rest of the NP family.

A serene view of a windmill at sunset, reflected in calm water. The sky is painted with soft oranges and yellows, while silhouetted reeds and trees frame the scene, evoking a tranquil countryside atmosphere.

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Visit The Broads @visitthebroads.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

There is always something special to enjoy when visiting the Broads National Park whatever the season. Winter brings its own array of adventures. With it’s wide-open skies, wrap up warm and take a brisk walk out on a dry and sunny day.... www.visitthebroads.co.uk/.../explore-....

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

The calm and serenity you get from moments like this is what makes the Broads truly special. A sailing boat glides along the River Bure near Oby. 📷 Abbey Wilkins

A serene aerial view scene with a sailboat gliding along a calm river in the foreground. The river is bordered by lush green marshes and dense vegetation. In the midground, there is a mill with a domed top, surrounded by small buildings and trees, adding a rustic charm to the landscape. The sky is partly cloudy, with patches of sunlight breaking through, illuminating the vibrant greens of the fields. The atmosphere evokes a peaceful and idyllic rural setting.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

You can't beat a good view of Horsey Mill, especially on a crisp winter's morning. Lovely stuff. An unmistakable icon of the Broads, worth a visit as it's so close to the seal colony, a fantastic pub (Nelson's Head) and a great National Trust cafe! 📷 Jon Gibbs

A picturesque view of Horsey Windpump at sunrise, surrounded by frosty reeds and a still, icy waterway reflecting soft pink and purple hues in the sky. The mill's red brick tower and white sails stand tall amidst the winter landscape, with bare trees and rustic boat sheds in the background.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

🍴Please share! The Broads Authority is on the look-out for a mobile caterer to offer food & drink at Acle Bridge in the Broads from next year. A great opportunity to offer something exciting at this popular and picturesque site. People can apply here: www.broads-authority.gov.uk/news/opportu...

A scenic view of Acle Bridge 24-hour mooring on the River Bure, featuring moored boats along the calm waterway and a thatched riverside building with outdoor seating. The surrounding landscape includes open fields under a bright blue sky.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

Who's a poser! A handsome barn owl perches elegantly on a wooden post near the historic St. Benet's Abbey, a serene corner of the Broads. Known for their ghostly white faces, striking golden-brown feathers, and silent flight, barn owls are a familiar and cherished sight in the Broads landscape.

The image shows a barn owl perched on a wooden post. Its distinct white, heart-shaped face contrasts with its golden-brown and gray feathers. The background is blurred, emphasising the owl, and consists of green and earthy tones.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

This evening we're enjoying this wintry #Broads postcard view of How Hill 🩵 There's a dusting of snow on the ground, with Boardman's Drainage Mill (named after the local Boardman family) standing proud against the dusky blue winter sky. A calming scene if we ever saw one. 📷 Tom Barrett

The image depicts a serene winter landscape at How Hill, showcasing marshland with patches of water and frost-covered grass under a crisp blue sky. A windmill can be seen in the distance, framed by bare trees, evoking a peaceful and atmospheric scene typical of the Broads in the colder months.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Dutch Tutch, which began life as a helter-skelter at the end of the Britannia Pier in Great Yarmouth, is one of five iconic Broads' buildings recently granted Grade II listed status by Historic England. It's fantastic to see these unique buildings celebrated and preserved for future generations.

Dutch Tutch, Potter Heigham - A quirky octagonal building with black framing, white walls, and a metal dome. Once a helter-skelter, now a unique holiday home with a wrap-around deck.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

It's our photographer Tom's birthday today. He has taken thousands of images of the Broads landscape over the years, but this is his favourite. 13 years ago, an lone tree is surrounded by flooded waters at St Benet's Abbey in the Broads. Equally haunting and beautiful. #landscapephotography

a black-and-white photograph of a solitary, leafless tree standing in the centre of a serene, flooded field. The water reflects the tree's intricate branches, and the foreground features patches of grass protruding through the water. The background includes a vast open landscape, with subtle outlines of distant trees and reeds under a sky streaked with thin clouds and contrails.

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Dr Rose O’Neill @roseoneill.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

“reform us, change our purposes, put nature recovery and nature and climate front and centre. Make sure we really are inclusive.” Bold leadership from Dartmoor and Northumberland #NationalPark - warning they are in “critical care” and facing “closed signs”. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

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England’s national parks facing financial peril due to budget cuts, say CEOs

Leaders warn cost savings will lead to mass redundancies and that spaces could become ‘paper parks’

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

A little slice of paradise that just invites you to wander through. Ancient trees lining the River Bure at Horstead come alive with the deep colours of early autumn. #norfolkbroads #broadsnationalpark #naturephotography

A woodland path covered in scattered fallen leaves, surrounded by tall, dense trees with sunlight filtering through the canopy, casting dappled light and shadows on the ground.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

The shorter days aren't so bad if it means we get to enjoy glorious sunsets like this at a more sociable hour! 😍 It might be a grey one today, but this lovely view shows a colourful #broads sunset over the iconic thatched boatsheds of Coltishall Common, next to the Rising Sun Pub. #NorfolkBroads

A scenic riverside at sunset, featuring a calm waterway reflecting the vibrant purple and orange sky. Two small white boatsheds with thatched roofs sit near the water’s edge on a green area of grass, with two small blue and white boats moored in the water. A crescent moon is visible in the sky.

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Broads National Park @broadsnationalpark.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

A birds-eye view of Halvergate Marshes which shows just how flat the #BroadsNationalPark truly is 🌍 This area was once a Great Estuary in Roman Times, it's impressive to see how much it has changed. Our highest point is only 38m, making us extremely flat compared to the UK's other National Parks!

A scenic aerial view of a flat marshland during sunset, with water-filled ditches creating a patchwork pattern across the landscape. A small wind pump is visible in the bottom-right corner, surrounded by grassy fields, under a sky filled with dramatic clouds and golden light.

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