BOOKING REQUIRED: Walks Week walks are deliberately run with a small group size so we will need you to book with us for any of these by getting in touch with Carol on nenbc@aol.co.uk. You are very welcome to sign up for more than one walk, but where we are over-subscribed for a particular walk, priority for space will go to a member only wanting to attend that walk. To that end, please let us know your order of preference when signing up for multiple walks – we’ll aim to get you on your 1st choice but may need to juggle before confirming your other choices. 

 

WALK #6: The Cromer Ridge above Overstrand

 

DATE: Saturday 1st November

 

TIME: 09:00 to 12:00

 

WALK LEADER: Stella Baylis

 

WALK DESCRIPTION: Starting in Overstrand, we will head south towards Northrepps up on to the Cromer ridge. Taking public and permissive paths, we will work our way towards Hungry Hill before descending from the ridge back into Overstrand. There is extensive scrub, woodland and hedgerows that may host thrushes, warblers, tits, finches and any other autumn migratory birds. There are also good views from the top of the ridge for scanning for raptors. Walking boots needed.

 

MEETING POINT: Toilet block at the North Norfolk District Council car park, Paul’s Lane, Overstrand, NR27 0PE

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PARKING AND SITE INFORMATION: North Norfolk District Council car park, Paul’s Lane, Overstrand, NR27 0PE | Google maps | Alternative free on road parking available in Overstrand village e.g. along High Street or Cliff Road.

 

DISTANCE:  Approximately 3 miles

 

ACCESSIBILITY: Be aware that although the walk is mainly on good paths, some sections may be muddy and there are short stretches of sloping ground so not suitable for wheelchair users and could prove a bit tricky for those with mobility concerns. Please do get in touch to find out which of our events are fully accessible or could be adapted to be so.

 

FACILITIES: Public toilets available at  the meeting point plus café and pub facilities available in Overstrand.

 

STAR STATUS: This walk is within the NENBC recording area so any bird species you see or hear can all count towards your personal NENBC Star Badges (Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum awards based on the number of species you have personally seen or heard in the club area and recorded on our website since becoming a member).
 

GOING GREEN!: If you are able to walk or cycle to the start point from home, that would be fantastic, and as the walk is within the NENBC recording area, all the birds you see or hear can contribute to your personal NENBC Eco-badges (Green or Super-Green)! For any info on public transport options in the area check with the local bus companies: Timetables | Sanders Coaches. Alternatively, car-sharing is encouraged. Do have a chat with folks at any of our events and contact them via the messaging facility available on the member page of our website to arrange something for next time.
 

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Binoculars are always recommended to gain full enjoyment from your birding. We don’t specifically carry a scope on the walk but they can be useful. If you bring one along, don’t forget you’ll be carrying it all the way round the walk! Stout footwear is advised as paths may be slippery or muddy any time of year, particularly after rain. Young people aged 16 and 17 are welcome to attend unaccompanied with prior written consent from a parent or guardian who has also supplied a phone number where they can be contacted in an emergency but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sorry no dogs except guide dogs.

BOOKING REQUIRED: Walks Week walks are deliberately run with a small group size so we will need you to book with us for any of these by getting in touch with Carol on nenbc@aol.co.uk. You are very welcome to sign up for more than one walk, but where we are over-subscribed for a particular walk, priority for space will go to a member only wanting to attend that walk. To that end, please let us know your order of preference when signing up for multiple walks – we’ll aim to get you on your 1st choice but may need to juggle before confirming your other choices. 

 

WALK #7: Bottom of the Bump

 

DATE: Sunday 2nd November

 

TIME: 09:30 to 11:30

 

WALK LEADER: Dave Billham

 

WALK DESCRIPTION: A walk through East Sheringham and Beeston Regis. Starting from Beeston Common layby, we will visit the priory ponds and paddocks, then head for the clifftop path and down into Sheringham, where we will visit a café for refreshments. The return will be across the lower commons back to the layby.

 

MEETING POINT: In the layby

 

PARKING AND SITE INFORMATION: In the layby on the A149ayby (nearest post code: NR26 8RX, Grid: TG166425, W3W: charities.stray.overture)

 

DISTANCE: Approximately 2.5 miles

 

ACCESSIBILITY: 

The walk is mainly on the flat, but there is a gentle climb from the common to the cliffs and steps down to the seafront. As such, the walk is not suitable for wheelchair users and the stairs could prove a bit tricky for those with mobility concerns. Please do get in touch to find out which of our events are fully accessible or could be adapted to be so.

 

FACILITIES: Toilets and café facilities available in Sheringham but not at the start/end point.

 

STAR STATUS: This walk is within the NENBC recording area so any bird species you see or hear can all count towards your personal NENBC Star Badges (Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum awards based on the number of species you have personally seen or heard in the club area and recorded on our website since becoming a member). 

 

GOING GREEN!: If you are able to walk or cycle to the start point from home, that would be fantastic, and as the walk is within the NENBC recording area, all the birds you see or hear can contribute to your personal NENBC Eco-badges (Green or Super-Green)! For any info on public transport options in the area check with the local bus companies: Timetables | Sanders Coaches. Alternatively, car-sharing is encouraged. Do have a chat with folks at any of our events and contact them via the messaging facility available on the member page of our website to arrange something for next time. 

 

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Binoculars are always recommended to gain full enjoyment from your birding. We don’t specifically carry a scope on the walk but they can be useful. If you bring one along, don’t forget you’ll be carrying it all the way round the walk! Stout footwear is advised as paths may be slippery or muddy any time of year, particularly after rain. Young people aged 16 and 17 are welcome to attend unaccompanied with prior written consent from a parent or guardian who has also supplied a phone number where they can be contacted in an emergency but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sorry no dogs except guide dogs.

BOOKING REQUIRED: Walks Week walks are deliberately run with a small group size so we will need you to book with us for any of these by getting in touch with Carol on nenbc@aol.co.uk. You are very welcome to sign up for more than one walk, but where we are over-subscribed for a particular walk, priority for space will go to a member only wanting to attend that walk. To that end, please let us know your order of preference when signing up for multiple walks – we’ll aim to get you on your 1st choice but may need to juggle before confirming your other choices. 

 

WALK #8: Spout Hill

 

DATE: Monday 3rd November

 

TIME: 09:00 to 10:30

 

WALK LEADER: John Swallow

 

WALK DESCRIPTION: A short walk in the park and woodland around Spout Hill, which includes a small spring-fed lake. 

 

MEETING POINT: Outside the front of The Wandering Whelk, in Chapel Yard, Holt, NR25 6HG

 

PARKING AND SITE INFORMATION: NNDC Albert Street Car Park (pay and display) | Google maps |

 

DISTANCE: Approximately 1 mile

 

ACCESSIBILITY: This is the shortest walk in our Walks Week programme and should be fine for those with mobility concerns. Be aware that the walk is over some undulating terrain so not suitable for wheelchair users. Please do get in touch to find out which of our events are fully accessible or could be adapted to be so.

 

FACILITIES: Toilets available in the NNDC Albert Street Car Park and café and pub options available in Holt – The Wandering Whelk for a post-walk cuppa would be nice!

 

STAR STATUS: This walk is within the NENBC recording area so any bird species you see or hear can all count towards your personal NENBC Star Badges (Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum awards based on the number of species you have personally seen or heard in the club area and recorded on our website since becoming a member).
 
 

GOING GREEN!: If you are able to walk or cycle to the start point from home, that would be fantastic, and as the walk is within the NENBC recording area, all the birds you see or hear can contribute to your personal NENBC Eco-badges (Green or Super-Green)! For any info on public transport options in the area check with the local bus companies: Timetables | Sanders Coaches. Alternatively, car-sharing is encouraged. Do have a chat with folks at any of our events and contact them via the messaging facility available on the member page of our website to arrange something for next time.
 
 

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Binoculars are always recommended to gain full enjoyment from your birding. We don’t specifically carry a scope on the walk but they can be useful. If you bring one along, don’t forget you’ll be carrying it all the way round the walk! Stout footwear is advised as paths may be slippery or muddy any time of year, particularly after rain. Young people aged 16 and 17 are welcome to attend unaccompanied with prior written consent from a parent or guardian who has also supplied a phone number where they can be contacted in an emergency but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sorry no dogs except guide dogs.

LOCATION: RSPB Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve Walk

DATE: Saturday 8th November

TIME: 9:00am to 1:00pm

WALK LEADER: Janice Darch

BOOKING REQUIRED: So that we don’t monopolise car parks or take over at smaller locations, we ask for advance bookings on some of our walks and limit the group size to 15. Please remember to sign up with Janice if you would like to come on this one by emailing her on janicedarch@gmail.com before noon on Friday 7th November.

WALK DESCRIPTION: Titchwell can be an exciting reserve at any time of the year. In November we should be treated to returning waders and wildfowl and a seawatch may yield rafts of Common Scoter, maybe containing a Velvet Scoter, as well as passing Gannets and auk species. There are four viewing areas, including some hides to view the scrapes and reedbeds and we can also view from the banks.

MEETING POINT: RSPB Titchwell Marsh car park 

PARKING AND SITE INFORMATION: Park in RSPB Titchwell Marsh car park, Coast Road (A149) just west of Titchwell Village PE31 8BA. Please bring your RSPB membership cards as these must be presented at the Visitor centre and to obtain free car parking. | What3Words: logs.outsize.plotter | OS Explorer 250 TF749438 | Google Map: RSPB Titchwell Marsh car park. | For further information see RSPB Titchwell Marsh

DISTANCE: approx 3 miles

ACCESSIBILITY: The walk is mostly flat, boardwalks and rolled sand and gravel surface with accessible hides so may be suitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility. Please do contact us on nenbc@aol.co.uk to see which of our events can currently accommodate wheelchair users or could be adapted to do so or if you have any suggestions for walks that would be more suitable for the less mobile and we will aim to get something arranged.

FACILITIES: Toilets are available and there is a café and shop.  

STAR STATUS: This walk is outside the NENBC recording area so unfortunately the bird species you see or hear won’t count towards your personal NENBC Star Badges (Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum awards based on the number of species you have seen or heard in the club area).

GOING GREEN!: This walk is outside of the club area so sadly the bird species you see or hear can’t count towards your Eco-badges for birding without the use of motorised transport but if you are able to walk or cycle to the start point from home, or even use public transport, that would be fantastic! Alternatively, car-sharing is encouraged. Do have a chat with folks at any of our events and contact them via the messaging facility available on the member page of our website to arrange something for next time.

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Binoculars are always recommended to gain full enjoyment from your birding. We don’t specifically carry a scope on the walk but one may be useful on this occasion. If you bring one along don’t forget you’ll be carrying it all the way round the walk! Stout footwear is advised as paths may be slippery or muddy any time of year, particularly after rain. Young people aged 16 and 17 are welcome to attend unaccompanied with prior written consent from a parent or guardian who has also supplied a phone number where they can be contacted in an emergency but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sorry no dogs except guide dogs.

DATE: Wednesday 19th November 2025

TIME: 9.00am to 11:00am

WALK LEADER: Trevor Williams

NO BOOKING REQUIRED: It is always nice to know if you are coming via nenbc@aol.co.uk but by no means essential so if it takes your fancy on the day, please just turn up as we would love to see you!

WALK DESCRIPTION: This walk caters for all levels of birding ability so come and give us a try! We are a friendly bunch and always pleased to have folk join us whether they are NENBC members or not. We take a leisurely walk around the park and lake, route dependent on the local bird and other wildlife recently reported or likely to be present on the day. We regularly see over 35 bird species on an average walk and even on the worst of days more than 30.

MEETING POINT: National Trust Main Car Park, Felbrigg Park [Postcode: NR11 8PP will get you to the main entrance | what3words: denoting.reminds.bags for the car park | Grid Reference: TG197394 for the car park]

PARKING AND SITE INFORMATION: Although access to the grounds is free to all and parking is free in the main car park for National Trust [NT] members with their machine-validated membership card, a parking fee is payable via the machines for non-NT members (£5 per vehicle). At time of writing, Sexton’s Lodge car park at the western end of the estate however remains free to all users and you can walk up from there along the internal estate road to our start point (about 10 mins). Do check out the NT website nearer the time though in case of any changes to their arrangements, including the free car parking at the Lodge. For further information see Felbrigg Hall.

DISTANCE: Approximately 2-mile circular walk

ACCESSIBILITY: The walk is usually ‘off-road’ along dirt footpaths and tracks, across fields, through woods and can include a few stairs by the lake. As such, this event isn’t suitable for wheelchair users but please do contact us on nenbc@aol.co.uk to see which of our events can currently accommodate wheelchair users or could be adapted to do so or if you have any suggestions for walks that would be more suitable for the less mobile and we will aim to get something arranged.

FACILITIES: Toilets and café facilities available at Felbrigg Hall.

STAR STATUS: This walk is within the NENBC recording area so any bird species you see or hear can all count towards your personal NENBC Star Badges (Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum awards based on the number of species you have personally seen or heard in the club area and recorded on our website since becoming a member).

GOING GREEN!: If you are able to walk or cycle to the start point from home, that would be fantastic, and as the walk is within the NENBC recording area, all the birds you see or hear can contribute to your personal NENBC Eco-badges (Green or Super-Green)! The Weavers’ Way and many other public footpaths bisect the park, as does the regional cycle route formerly named route 30. Bicycle racks are also available in the main car park. The Park itself, Felbrigg village and Aylmerton are also served by public transport, but buses are not frequent and unfortunately unlikely to fit with walk timings. Bus Timetable - Sanders. Alternatively, car-sharing is encouraged. Do have a chat with folks at any of our events and contact them via the messaging facility available on the member page of our website to arrange something for next time.

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Binoculars are always recommended to gain full enjoyment from your birding. We don’t specifically carry a scope on the walk unless one of our regulars brings theirs as it generally isn’t necessary but if you’d like to use one, please bring one along. Stout footwear is advised as paths may be slippery or muddy any time of year, particularly after rain. Young people aged 16 and 17 are welcome to attend unaccompanied with prior written consent from a parent or guardian who has also supplied a phone number where they can be contacted in an emergency but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sorry no dogs except guide dogs. 

DATE: Thursday 27th November 2025

 

TIME: 7.30pm to 9.30pm

 

JOIN IN: Gresham Village Hall

 

A BIT ABOUT THE SPEAKER AND THEIR TALK: 

The talk will explore how bird migration is changing due to global environmental change, human conflict (e.g war in Ukraine) but also rewilding. Aldina's research group has been investigating changes in the migratory behaviour of birds, including white storks in Portugal and in the UK, and greater spotted eagles in Eastern Europe. In Portugal, the majority of the white storks are no longer migratory while only 40 years ago the majority of storks crossed the Sahara desert and overwintered in the Sahel region from Senegal to Lake Chad. White storks have been reintroduced in the UK, after being absent for more than 600 years, new migratory routes and strategies have been established. This talk will explore the drivers and mechanisms behind changes in migratory behaviour.

 

Prof. Aldina Franco- School of Environmental Sciences, UEA | "I am an ecologist with a focus on movement ecology, biogeography and ecological responses to global change.  My applied research examines the impacts of anthropogenic activities (e.g. land use change and energy infrastructure) on biodiversity and tries to identify measures to minimize detrimental effects. My fundamental research targets understanding the mechanisms and drivers behind individual variability in animal movement strategies, including dispersal and migration. My group is involved in developing and testing new animal tracking technologies (GSM, LoRa devices with multiple sensors) aiming to investigate recent changes in animal movement strategies, for example, the establishment of non-migratory populations in previously wholly migratory species. Ultimately we are interested in understanding how and why these fundamental changes in migratory behaviour occur."

 

AT THE HALL: Those of you attending in-person at the hall can expect a selection of home-made cakes plus tea, coffee, hot chocolate, wine and cold drinks during the interval and of course the chance to socialise with other members. We can cater for gluten-free or other requirements if you let us know in advance. We have a 2nd hand ‘natural world’ book stall for you to purchase from / contribute your no-longer-required stock to, supplies of our publications to buy (including our annual bird reports), a display of member photos and details on our upcoming events. We are happy to offer members’ old birding equipment for sale at our events (or in our newsletter) with a contribution going to club funds.

 

BOOKING ARRANGEMENTS: It is always nice to know if you are coming to the hall but by no means essential so if it takes your fancy on the evening, please just turn up as we would love to see you and we have plenty of space!

 

ACCESSIBILITY: The hall is wheelchair accessible. The level car park at the hall is shingle but we can reserve a space next to the entrance if you need it. 

 

GOING GREEN!: The hall isn’t really accessible by public transport but if you are able to walk or cycle to the event that would be fantastic! Alternatively, car-sharing is encouraged. We are working on a way to best facilitate this but in the meantime, have a chat with folks at any of our events and contact them by email via the member page of our website to arrange something for next time, or let us know and we will try to put you in touch.

 

DIRECTIONS: Gresham Village Hall, East Beckham Road off Church Lane, Gresham, Norfolk, NR11 8RT but note the published postcode might not take you to exactly the right spot! If you are coming through Aylmerton and Lower Gresham, turn right by the church (just after the school) and the hall is on your left. If you are coming through Gresham, turn left at the church (just before the school) and the hall is on your left. If you are dropping down from East Beckham, the hall is on your right opposite the church.

 

PARKING: Access to the hall car park is off East Beckham Road, opposite the church. There is additional parking on the road along the side of the church itself and an overflow car park has kindly been offered to us by Gresham Village School. The school car park is located on Cromer Road to the left of the school as you face it and at the left-hand end of the row of houses – about a 300m walk from the hall. Please park considerately to allow maximum number of cars in the car parks and on the road but with enough space for passing traffic to be able to get through, including agricultural vehicles. We can send you a map of the locality on request. 

 

FOR ANY QUERIES: Contact Carol on nenbc@aol.co.uk