Carlton Marshes - Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Carlton Marshes - Suffolk Wildlife Trust The southern gateway to the Broads, Carlton Marshes is a flagship nature reserve and visitor centre located in the Waveney Valley.
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The reserve has a huge expanse of water, woodland and marshes, home to a wide variety of fantastic wildlife. Our House Rules:
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In general, we don’t moderate posts on our page or groups – except when offensive language is used or libellous allegations are made. We have a duty to protect our staff and volunteers, so while deleting comments is a last resort and very unusual, our position is that any post containing libellous accusations should be removed. If an individual posts content contrary to our House Rules (see above) then we reserve the right to block that person from the page.

BBC Radio 3 will be broadcasting their Breakfast programme live from Carlton Marshes on Thursday 18th June.  Tune in to ...
17/06/2026

BBC Radio 3 will be broadcasting their Breakfast programme live from Carlton Marshes on Thursday 18th June. Tune in to hear Tom McKinney talk about wetland wildlife and listen to music from the Rogue Shanty Buoys!

A journey through Norfolk and Suffolk - Carlton Marshes, Lowestoft.

🌊🐚 Discover the wonders of the seashore with us!The summer holidays are not that far away so start planning your family ...
17/06/2026

🌊🐚 Discover the wonders of the seashore with us!

The summer holidays are not that far away so start planning your family fun β˜€
Join our Wild Beach Family Activity at Lowestoft Beach and enjoy a morning of hands-on nature exploration, beach discoveries and play. Perfect for curious young explorers and nature-loving grown-ups alike.

With three unique sessions, each exploring a different theme, you can join us for a one-off coastal adventure or come along to all three and build a deeper connection with our amazing shoreline. πŸšπŸ’™

Come along and see what wildlife treasures the coast has to offer! πŸ¦€βœ¨

πŸ“ Lowestoft Beach
πŸ—“ Friday 31st July, 7th August and 21st August
⏰ 10am–12:30pm

Find out more and book on our website πŸ‘‡
https://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/events/2026-07-31-wild-beach-family-activity-lowestoft-beach

πŸžπŸ¦‹ Buzzing, fluttering and crawling with life!Carlton Marshes has been alive with insect activity recently, with some in...
16/06/2026

πŸžπŸ¦‹ Buzzing, fluttering and crawling with life!

Carlton Marshes has been alive with insect activity recently, with some incredible species making an appearance. From dazzling dragonflies to beautiful butterflies and fascinating beetles, there's always something small and wonderful to discover. ✨

Take a look at these photos from our volunteer wildlife guides showing a painted lady butterfly, lesser emperor, loads of peacock butterfly caterpillars and a thick-legged flower beetle.

As part of why don't you spend some time seeing what insects you can spot in your local area πŸ”

πŸ“ΈChris Mutimer, Gavin Durrant and Brian Jones

13/06/2026

πŸŽ₯Wonderful footage of a hobby captured on our trail cam on Petos marsh, curtesy of Gavin Durrant.

May half term is here! β˜€οΈWe're celebrating hedgehogs this half term so join us to make clay hedgehogs or decorate a hedg...
22/05/2026

May half term is here! β˜€οΈ
We're celebrating hedgehogs this half term so join us to make clay hedgehogs or decorate a hedgehog highway πŸ¦”

πŸ“†Wednesday 27 and Friday 29 May 11am-2pm

We will also have Storytelling with Johnathan Lambert on Wednesday 27 May πŸ“š

These events are drop-ins so there is no need to book.

We look forward to seeing you πŸ’š

πŸ’š Wild Tots πŸ’šAlthough the visitor centre is closed tomorrow (Tuesday 19 May) Wild Tots is carrying on as normal!πŸ“£ But pl...
18/05/2026

πŸ’š Wild Tots πŸ’š

Although the visitor centre is closed tomorrow (Tuesday 19 May) Wild Tots is carrying on as normal!
πŸ“£ But please note there will not be an option to pay on the day so booking in advance is essential.

Join us for free play and exploration in the woods for you and your toddler 🌿πŸͺ±πŸž

Booking information here πŸ‘‡
https://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/events/2026-05-19-wild-tots-carlton-marshes

Cake and a coffee kind of day β€” with vegan & GF options available too β˜•βœ¨
16/05/2026

Cake and a coffee kind of day β€” with vegan & GF options available too β˜•βœ¨

12/05/2026
Why not come and join us for a demonstration of the amazing art form of casting from nature - today and Friday 22nd May....
08/05/2026

Why not come and join us for a demonstration of the amazing art form of casting from nature - today and Friday 22nd May. Exhibition running to the end of May.

Freshly baked each day ✨ our cheese and fruit scones are served warm and ready to enjoy, the perfect addition to your te...
30/04/2026

Freshly baked each day ✨ our cheese and fruit scones are served warm and ready to enjoy, the perfect addition to your tea or coffee β˜•οΈ

Address

Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Burnt Hill Lane, Carlton Colville
Lowestoft
NR338HU

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