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Knettishall Heath

Suffolk  >  United Kingdom

A 400-acre reserve owned by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust. It has a variety of habitats, including heathland, woods and a river.

Added* by David Tomlinson
Most recent update 9 december 2025

Description

Knettishall has a variety of habitats, including heathland, woods and a river. Several of the most typical birds of the Suffolk Brecks can be found here, including Erdei pacsirta and Erdei szalonka. Lappantyú can be heard on summer nights and may breed. Five species of owls have been recorded on the reserve, with Gyöngybagoly and Macskabagoly the species you are most likely to encounter. Jégmadár are recorded regularly along the river, the Little Ouse. Ponies (mainly Exmoors) are used to manage the site.

Details

Access

Knettishall is close to Thetford, where the headquarters of the BTO are based. There is plenty of parking, but no links to public transport. Though always a delightful place to walk, birds can, sometimes, be difficult to find. There are many trails to follow the 8 km circular walk shown on the map is just a suggestions. It is easy to make it longer or shorter. Press P on the map for directions to a parking spot.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Grassland , Moors/heathland , River , Forest , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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