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The Broads is a birdwatcher’s paradise – the two standout rarities are marsh harriers and bitterns.

The Broads also has a number of wonderful nature reserves that can be visited, such as the “floating” Broads Wildlife Centre on Ranworth Broad. Where to stay Exploring the Broads by boat means you can not only easily visit all the waterside wildlife centres, but you get right up close with the bird life. A three-night hire of a Jazz-class motor cruiser costs around £399 and sleeps two; waterwaysholidays.com