Welcome
If you live in Norfolk and are a member of Butterfly Conservation you automatically become a member of the Norfolk branch.
To find out the following:
• Information about Norfolk
• Brief history of the Branch
• The Branch activities
• How to become a Member
• Past Branch Newsletters
Species to look out for
Branch News
Keep up to date with the branch news. It is worth a regular visit
You can find the reports from the field trips, our AGM and other interesting local news.
There are links to previous years news.
Branch Newsletter
Branch Newsletter
The branch provides a newsletters each Spring and Autumn. Each member of the Norfolk branch receives a newsletter during their membership. This page has past newsletter from Autumn 2014. This page is updated each year
Butterflies in Norfolk
Find out about what species can be found in Norfolk. Most of these butterflies are widespread, but others are restricted to certain habitats and locations. There are currently 37 species in Norfolk after the discovery of the Purple Emperor.
Where to see butterflies in Norfolk
This page include a map to show where butterflies are commonly found. Direction and additional information is provided. A link to a map for each site is included and by clicking the marked you see a map reference and nearest postcode.
First and Last Sightings
On this page you can find the various ways to record the butterflies you see. This information is sent to our country record who then uses it to discover the first and last last sighting of a species in a particular year.
Moths in Norfolk
At various events we run a moth trap which we open for those attending. Included in this page as lists of the moths recorded at various events
This page is being updated and expanded in 2020.
Norfolk has a very active moth group which has a link on this page
News
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Agriculture Bill: A Big Day for Farming and Wildlife
The long-awaited publication of a landmark Agriculture Bill in parliament is a crucial piece of legislation which will have profound implications for the butterflies, moths, wildlife and wider environment of England.
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Managing land for butterflies and moths
Our work seeks to help the development of new land management support schemes by combining the latest scientific evidence and Butterfly Conservation’s practical experience of working with farmers and land owners on the ground.
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Make your vote count!
The campaign for the Westminster General Election is now well and truly in full swing! This time it feels different, and not just because of the intense debates around Brexit. After years of trying to secure political attention, the environment has finally burst through onto the political stage.
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British and Irish moths are on the move
Scientists from Britain and Ireland who have been involved in compiling the newly published Atlas of Britain and Ireland’s Larger Moths have revealed that our moths are on the move.
Events
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Norfolk: North Norfolk Meeting
Wednesday 4th March 2020, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Blakeney Scout Hut HQ
‘Wandering through Northern Greece’
An illustrated talk by Kath Clayton
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Norfolk: Norwich Meeting
Friday 13th March 2020, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Ipswich Road United Reform Church
Norfolk’s Urban Peregrines and Sculthorpe Reserve
An illustrated talk by Zoe Smith of the Hawk and Owl Trust.
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Norfolk: North Norfolk Meeting
Wednesday 6th May 2020, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Blakeney Scout Hut HQ, Holt
‘Butterflies and other wildlife of the Pyrenees’
An illustrated talk by Greg Bond
Volunteer with us
Butterfly Conservation relies on the support of thousands of volunteers, and we are always looking for more help inside the office and out in the field. Whether you want to volunteer at a local branch, get outside and help manage our nature reserves, or help with one of our events, we have something for everyone to get involved in! Your time can make a real difference.
Branch information
Reserves
In your area
Contact branch
- Branch Chair & Organiser
Judy Dunmore
- Recorder
Andy Brazil
- Membership Secretary
Jennifer Dawson