Lucy’s Meadow

A stretch of wildflower meadow that's been allowed to do its own thing - that's Lucy's Meadow near Bylaugh in Norfolk. It's the sort of place where you'll spot oxeye daisies, buttercups, and if you're lucky, some proper uncommon species that specialists get excited about. The meadow isn't exactly a major attraction with visitor facilities or set opening times; it's more of a local treasure that you access on foot, usually as part of a wider walk around the Norfolk countryside.

Walkers and nature types will absolutely get something out of it. Photographers too - the light across open meadow in late spring or early summer is genuinely worth the trip. But if you're after playgrounds or refreshment facilities, keep walking.

The real value is working it into a longer exploration of the area. Bylaugh Country Park Caravan and Campsite sits just under five miles away, which makes it a sensible base if you're doing a few days in Norfolk. From there you can pick up various country walks that take in Lucy's Meadow without making it the sole focus of your afternoon. Plan for thirty minutes to an hour, depending on whether you stop to identify things or just enjoy the space.

Best visited May through July when the wildflowers are actually showing. Winter and early spring and it's just wet grass. Free to access, naturally - nobody charges for meadows.