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Description
Heathland as a habitat is fairly rare in Norfolk, so Buxton Heath is a real diamond in the rough. It has lots of paths and trails to walk on, and is a fabulous place to experience the sounds of singing Hedelærke on a spring day, and if you're lucky, churring Natravn at dusk!
In the winter, the bog areas are home to Skovsneppe, Dobbeltbekkasin and small numbers of Enkeltbekkasin. You may find Gulspurv and Vestlig Sortstrubet Bynkefugl while wandering the trails. In some winters, Lille Korsnæb, Blå Kærhøg and very occasionally Stor Tornskade may all be found here!
In spring and summer, listen out for the song of Træløber and Spætmejse in the woodland areas. Løvsanger and Engpiber can be heard along the trails, while Lærkefalk may be seen overhead. This is a fantastic reserve to explore if you're in the area and have some time to spare.
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Access
There is a car park in the south-west corner of the reserve. You can explore the whole site on foot from there. Click on the P in the map to get directions. The footpaths can get muddy in the winter.