Buckenham and Cantley Marshes are fantastic at the moment. The marshes are a real hive of activity, with thousands of wintering ducks, geese and wading birds swirling in great flocks above the open expanse of marshes. The wardens and volunteers have quite a challenge to count the birds, but here’s a taste of what’s out there:
Imagine the scene when a peregrine falcon swoops in, sending all of those birds clamouring into the skies in a great panic!
Buckenham Marshes is a great place to spot birds of prey. Two peregrines have been hunting there regularly, and there’s a good chance of seeing marsh harriers, kestrels and barn owls. Visit towards dusk and look out for hares and Chinese water deer in the surrounding farmland. If you stand on Buckenham station platform as darkness falls, you’ll be in for a rather atmospheric treat. Take a torch and wrap up warm!
Path conditions: The recent floods caused a breach in the riverbank between Buckenham Marshes and Cantley Marshes. You can visit the two sites separately, but it's best to avoid the section of riverbank path that connects the two sites as the path here is very steep and slippery.