Welcome to Low Common

Low Common is a beautiful and serene nature reserve located in the heart of Norfolk. The reserve is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare species of birds, insects, and plants. The area is a popular destination for nature lovers and bird watchers, who come to observe the many species of birds that call the reserve home. The reserve is also a great place for hiking and walking, with several well-marked trails that wind through the lush greenery.

One of the most striking features of Low Common is its stunning landscape. The reserve is characterized by rolling hills, lush meadows, and dense forests, all of which combine to create a truly breathtaking natural environment. The area is also home to several small ponds and streams, which provide a habitat for a variety of aquatic species. Visitors to the reserve can enjoy the beauty of the landscape while also taking in the many sights and sounds of the local wildlife.

Low Common is also an important site for conservation efforts in Norfolk. The reserve is home to several rare and endangered species, including the Norfolk hawker dragonfly and the marsh harrier. Conservationists work tirelessly to protect these species and their habitats, ensuring that they will continue to thrive for generations to come. The reserve is also an important site for research, with scientists studying the local ecosystem and its many inhabitants in order to better understand the natural world.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 10.4°C

Feels Like: 7°C

Wind: 19.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Rockland St Mary Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Ben Wilson	School Lane Norwich NR14 7EU 1508538345 School Website
Surlingham Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ben Wilson	Walnut Hill Surlingham Norwich Norfolk NR14 7DQ 1508538214 School Website
Thurton Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jonathan Barber	Ashby Road Thurton Norwich Norfolk NR14 6AT 01508480335 School Website
Alpington And Bergh Apton Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rosie Welch	Wheel Road Alpington Norwich Norfolk NR14 7NH 01508492700 School Website
Brundall Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Shirras	Braydeston Avenue Brundall Norwich Norfolk NR13 5JX 01603712597 School Website
Langley School Other Independent School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Jon Perriss	Langley Park Langley Norwich Norfolk NR14 6BJ 1508520210 School Website
Cantley Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Wakeman	School Lane Cantley Norwich Norfolk NR13 3SA 01493700308 School Website
Poringland Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Peter Dean	The Footpath Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7RF 01508492530 School Website
Seething And Mundham Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Mackenzie	Brooke Road Seething Norwich Norfolk NR15 1DJ 1508550256 School Website
Framingham Earl High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Arnold	Norwich Road Framingham Earl Norwich Norfolk NR14 7QP 1508492547 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Buckenham Station Road, Buckenham, Norfolk, NR13 4HW 2.08 Miles

Brundall Station Road, Brundall, Norfolk, NR13 5LA 2.65 Miles

Brundall Gardens West End Avenue, Brundall, Norfolk, NR13 5RG 2.69 Miles

Cantley Station Road, Cantley, Norfolk, NR13 3SQ 3.74 Miles

Lingwood Station Road, Lingwood, Norfolk, NR13 4AU 3.94 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Eastern Chauffeur Ltd 01508 495660 16 Manor Farm Barns, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 7PZ 3.30 Miles
Tolver Taxis 01603 717271 16 Danesbower Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 4LR 3.48 Miles
Blofield Taxi 01603 211896 7 The Chase, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 4LZ 3.51 Miles
Esp Private Hire Taxis 01508 558256 25 Mill Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1DH 3.59 Miles
Chet Taxis And Mini Bus Service 01508 520705 19 Hardley Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 6NF 3.77 Miles
Our Hire 01493 752223 M B Site, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 4EZ 4.07 Miles
East Anglian Airport Transfers 01508 520257 9 Kittens Lane, Loddon, Norfolk, NR14 6JU 4.20 Miles
1St Class Travel 01603 702070 13 Earnshaw Ct, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 0BJ 4.79 Miles
Sterling Chauffeurs 0871 471 0012 23 Padgate, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 5DG 5.34 Miles
Airports 4 Less 01603 490150 173 Moore Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 9RF 5.51 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Old Hall Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Claxton Corner Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rockland St Mary Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Church Hellington Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashby Villa Chapel Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Hollies Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bilcar Mill Road Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:15 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Street Bramerton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Surlingham Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Surlingham Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mill Close Thurton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Hill Lane Bramerton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Threadneedle Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Thurton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Hall Farm Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Sampson & Partners 01508 538750	The Surgery The Street Rockland St Mary Norwich Norfolk NR14 7AH
Brundall Medical Partnership 01603 712255	The Brundall Medical Ctr The Dales, The Street Brundall Norwich NR13 5RP
Heathgate Medical Practice 01508 494343	Heathgate Surgery The Street,Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7JT
Heathgate Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	The Street Poringland Norwich NR14 7JT
Heathgate Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	The Street Poringland Norwich NR14 7JT

Local Stores

Brundall The Street
49-53 The Street
Brundall
Norwich
Norfolk
NR13 5AA
01603 712117
shop.5373@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.80 miles

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SPAR Lingwood
SPAR
2 Norwich Road
Lingwood
NR13 4BH
01603 712077
Store Website
3.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Three Rivers Vets
113 The Street Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7RP 01508 492834 reception.poringland@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk Website 3.48 miles

Animals Treated
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Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership
Brooke Equine Clinic Bungay Road Brooke Norwich Norfolk NR15 1DX 01508 558 228 brookeequine@chapelfieldvets.co.uk Website 4.02 miles
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Three Rivers Vets
19 Beccles Road Loddon Norwich Norfolk NR14 6JQ 01508 520247 reception.loddon@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk Website 4.34 miles

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Medivet Thorpe St Andrew
40 St. Williams Way Norwich Norfolk NR7 0AP 01603 434494 thorpe.st.andrew@medivet.co.uk Website 5.20 miles
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Willow Veterinary Clinic
202 Thorpe Road Norwich Norfolk NR1 1TJ 01603 300814 thorperoad@willowvetsnorwich.co.uk Website 5.32 miles
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Three Rivers Vets
70 Hall Road Norwich Norfolk NR1 3HP reception.norwich@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk 5.94 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Whitlingham Lake
Beautiful Part Of Norfolk Countryside That Has The Scenery Of A Coastal Area, But Handy Location Of Being Inner City. On A Day With Good Weather The Atmosphere Is Buzzing With Families, Dog Walkers And Naturists. Perfect For A Change Of Scenery And Lovely Views. Whitlingham Ln Lancashire 4.51 miles

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Mousehold Heath Norwich
A Truly Beautiful Place For A Dog Walk. There Are A Few Opened (Heath) Areas And A Lot Of Woods. There Are Easy Walks With Plenty Of Benches And There Are Steep Parts For The More Adventurous Pups And People. I Highly Recommend A Very Good, Detailed Map Of The Heath On Norwich City Council's Website; Please Type: "Mousehold Heath Earth Heritage Trail" . Plenty Of Car Park Around The Heath, All Free. 149 Mousehold Ave Norwich Lancashire NR3 4RX 6.22 miles Other Car Parks: There Is One (The Biggest Car Park) From Gilman Road (It'S A Quite Short Road) That Leads To The Heath. There Is A Car Park At Zak'S, Opposite Zaks And One Near &Quot;Pitch And Putt&Quot;.

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Salhouse Broad
Broad Car Park Lower St Salhouse Norwich NR13 6RX 6.88 miles

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Earlham Park
Lovely Park On The Edge Of Uea Campus. Open Fields, The River And Woodlands To Explore. 2 The Gardens Norwich Lancashire NR4 7TQ 8.49 miles

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Bungay And Surrounding Area
Three Circular Walks From Earsham Street Cafe In The Centre Of The Pituresque Waveney Valley Town Of Bungay. There Is A 1 Mile Walk Around The Centre Of The Town, A 2½ Mile Walk Around Outney Common And A 5½ Mile Walk That Takes In Bungay, Earsham And The Bath Hills. 7-9 Earsham St Bungay Lancashire NR35 1AE 8.83 miles

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Ladybelt Country Park
A Woodland And Heathland Walk Not Too Far From The Centre Of Norwich. The Land Was Once Part Of The Ketteringham Hall Estate Owned By Sir John Boulieau, An Eminent Victorian Figure. Hethersett Rd Norwich Lancashire NR14 8HX 9.20 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-8.8°C	-8.8°C	-9.4°C	-12°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-15.4°C	-11.3°C	-11.1°C	-15°C	-16.6°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-12.1°C	-11.9°C	-11.5°C	-11°C	-7.8°C	-4.2°C	0.2°C	3.6°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	0.4°C	-0.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.4°C	-18.8°C	-18.8°C	-15.3°C	-11.1°C	-5.8°C	-1.5°C	0°C	-1.3°C	-3.5°C	-4.8°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	-1.3°C	-1.8°C	-1.6°C	-0.8°C	0.4°C	2.5°C	5.5°C	6.7°C	6.1°C	4.2°C	2.9°C	0.6°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-6.3°C	-6.2°C	-5.5°C	-4.3°C	-1.9°C	1.4°C	3°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-0.9°C	-3.5°C

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