Short birdwatching visit · National Trust
Horsey Windpump and Mere
Horsey · NR29 4EE
Horsey Windpump stands beside a Broadland mere and open grazing marsh, making a convenient place to start a waterside birding visit. The surrounding wetland is particularly valued for winter wildfowl; county reports document Gadwall, Teal and Mallard on the mere. The immediate windpump and staithe area is a manageable short stop with visitor facilities. Longer walks need a careful look at the current route notices, as the permissive field path opposite the windpump is temporarily closed.
Birds and seasons
- Gadwall — Typically winter
- Teal — Typically winter
- Mallard — Typically year-round
Plan your visit
- Paths
- Stay on open signed paths; the permissive field path opposite the windpump is temporarily closed.
- Toilets
- Toilets and an accessible toilet are at the windpump car park.
- Parking
- Paid parking is at Horsey Windpump; National Trust members park free.
- Dogs
- Dogs are welcome on leads, particularly around livestock and protected wildlife.
- Accessibility
- The local walking routes include uneven grass, muddy tracks, slopes and steps; choose the short visitor-area option if needed.
Getting there: Use the windpump car park on the B1159; nearest bus stops are at Winterton-on-Sea and West Somerton.
Sources
Social preview: original typographic artwork by Does Your Duck Quack.
Continue birding nearby
Nearest full guide: NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes, 1.9 miles away in a straight line.