There will be special events to mark the 100th anniversary of Blakeney Point!!!
The following information extracted from the 'The Norfolk Guardian' newspaper:
"The reserve has been in the care of the National Trust for 100 years. Blakeney Point was the first nature reserve in Norfolk, acquired in 1912 following a public appeal led by Professor Francis Oliver from University College London. Prof. Oliver recognised the need to protect its unique habitat and wildlife and with the financial sup- port from Charles Rothschild, a banker and entomologist, and other benefactors, the unique stretch of coastline was handed to the National Trust in the same year for its ongoing protection......"
See the pdf version and go to page 18 of The Norfolk Coast Guardian which is published annually. http://www.norfolkcoastaonb.org.uk/pages/pspage.php?PageID=637
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Wonderful to hear Penny.. It's a lovely place to visit..
ReplyDeleteI certainly is - a long walk though!!!
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