As we enter the final week for entries to our competition to find Norfolk's top landscape, we hear a personal view from well-known local author and wildlife expert John Hurst..."My favourite view can be seen when walking in a northerly direction down the east bank at Cley Marshes NWT Reserve. As you near the shingle bank there is a fabulous view to the east over Arnold's Marsh towards Salthouse.
The location is named after the famous 'collector' of rare and interesting bird species - E C Arnold - who at the turn of the last century supported the local taxidermy trade by his pursuits...
In the 1970s the viewpoint became famous when acclaimed ornithologist, writer and artist, Richard Richardson was regularly seen at this point - observing birds and encouraging others to do the same.
Since 1972 I have seen many wonderful species of migratory waders from this point and only a few days ago in the company of friends saw a group of Lapland Buntings from northern Canada and a wryneck from eastern Europe; such is the magic for ornithologists of 'The East Bank, Cley'."John's viewpoint is recorded in his book 'Norfolk Coastal Colours' on page 64 along with one of his earliest sketches, drawn from an inspirational visit to the area.
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