Conservation Publications
Aquatic Environment
Water Plants - This report presents the results of the 2006 water plant monitoring programme, covering 38 water bodies and 5 river stretches within the Broads.
2006 Water Plant Report (pdf document) [285kb]
Sediment Management Strategy - gives an overview of the challenge of managing the Broads waterways.
To find out more see our Sediment Management Strategy and Sediment Management Strategy Action Plan
Lake Restoration Strategy - sets the future direction and priority for the restoration of broads. These restoration priorities reflect the need to continue to enhance the ecological quality of broads and for the first time recognise the value of benefits of restoration for people (ecosystem services). In addition the strategy links the risks of climate change with prioritising investment for conservation.
To find out more see our Broads Restoration page.
Project Working
Trinity Broads - This is a parnership project working predominantly with Essex & Suffolk Water to restore the ecological status of the Trinity Broads for the benefit of nature conservation, public water supply and recreation. Further information and the management plan can be viewed on the Trinity Broad's Past and Future Work page.
Barton Broad - The second largest broad within the Broads Authority area has undergone extensive management over the past ten years to restore the water to a quality that would enhance wildlife and boating access. The management plan can be accessed via our Barton Broad Water Space Management Plan page.
Upper Thurne - A series of brackish water bodies contain some of the rarest water plants and most extensive areas of fen and reedbeds in the Broads. A partnership approach has been adopted to manage and research this catchment. The management plan and details of research carried out within this area can be viewed on the Upper Thurne project page.
