LakeHidden gem

Barton Broad

Barton Turf, East of England

The Broads' second-largest broad, a Norfolk Wildlife Trust reserve of reeds and open water.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours

Barton Broad is a large lake on the River Ant north east of Norwich, and part of a 164 hectare nature reserve owned by the Norfolk Wildlife Trust. It is one of the larger broads and has reedbeds and wet woodland around the edges. A quiet place for boat trips, birds and walking.

Good to know

  • Rent a boat from Barton Turf
  • Good for birds
  • Quiet roads for cycling
Best time
Early morning
Open
All year
Getting there
Small roadside parking at Barton Turf
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

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