Richard Waddingham Pond Award
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Richard Waddingham Pond Award
The Richard Waddingham Pond Award celebrates outstanding work to conserve, restore and enhance ponds and associated wetland habitats on Norfolk farmland. Created in memory of Richard Waddingham of Manor Farm, Briston, whose lifelong commitment to pond management demonstrated how water-rich features in farmland can support vibrant wildlife even amidst intensive agriculture, the award honours his legacy and helps inspire others to follow his example.
Richard’s approach to pond restoration was a key influence on the work of the Norfolk Ponds Project and continues to shape how ponds are valued and managed across the county. Co-ordinated by Norfolk FWAG, in partnership with the Norfolk Ponds Project, the award is presented as part of the Norfolk Landscapes Conference & Exhibition.
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How to Enter
Nominations for the Richard Waddingham Pond Award are open to farmers and landowners across Norfolk. Entries typically open in the first half of the year and close ahead of the judging session in the summer. To enter, entrants must complete a nomination form highlighting the pond conservation work, the outcomes for wildlife, and any innovative practices employed. The nomination form can be found via the Norfolk Ponds Project website, or you can contact Norfolk FWAG’s Abigail Dent via abigail@norfolkfwag.co.uk
Awards History
Previous Award Results
- (2024) Winner - Andrew Hill - Malthouse Farm, Horningtoft
- (2024) Runner-up - Malcom Kemp - Breck Farm, East Harling
- (2025) Winner - Roy & Janet Dunning - Woodton Farm, Bungay
- (2025) Runner-up - Gavin & Jane Lane - Manor Farm, Tittleshall
Richard Waddingham Award 2025 – Celebrating Pond Conservation in Norfolk
Richard Waddingham Award celebrates Norfolk’s farming ponds and wildlife The late Richard Waddingham of Manor Farm, Briston understood the importance of water in the landscape