Shallam Dyke Marshes, Thurne Explained

Shallam Dyke Marshes, Thurne
Aos:	Norfolk
Interest:	Biological
Area:	69.8ha
Notifydate:	1986
Map:	Magic Map

Shallam Dyke Marshes, Thurne is a 69.8abbr=offNaNabbr=off biological Site of Special Scientific Interest south-east of Norwich in Norfolk.^{[1] [2]} It is part of the Broadland Ramsar site^[3] and Special Protection Area,^[4] and The Broads Special Area of Conservation.^[5]

This is grazing marsh in the valley of the River Thurne, and it is important for waders such as lapwings, oystercatchers and snipe. There are a variety of water plants such as the rare water soldier.^[6]

References

52.694°N 1.55°W

Notes and References

1. Web site: Designated Sites View: Shallam Dyke Marshes, Thurne . Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. 14 June 2018.
2. Web site: Map of Shallam Dyke Marshes, Thurne. Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. 14 June 2018.
3. Web site: Designated Sites View: Broadland . Ramsar Sites. Natural England. 25 May 2018.
4. Web site: Designated Sites View: Broadland . Special Protection Areas. Natural England. 25 May 2018.
5. Web site: Designated Sites View: The Broads . Special Areas of Conservation. Natural England. 25 May 2018.
6. Web site: Shallam Dyke Marshes, Thurne citation. Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. 14 June 2018.