Syderstone Common

About Syderstone Common

Syderstone Common is a wonderful area of grass heath, punctuated with ephemeral ponds, and surrounded by secondary woodland.

The site is excellent for reptiles and amphibians, with seven species recorded. Woodlark occasionally breed, and other notable breeding birds include lesser whitethroat.

Natterjack toad – Now largely restricted to coastal sand dunes, Syderstone is one of the few examples of inland sites in the country

Woodlark – In Norfolk, this scarce heathland bird has its stronghold in the Brecks, but a few pairs have nested on Syderstone Common.

Open Access, but walkers must keep dogs on a short lead March-July to avoid disturbance to ground-nesting birds. Outside this period walkers are requested to keep dogs under tight control or on a lead to avoid disturbance to livestock when present.