About Waterways Holidays Limited
Boating holidays are available for self drive hire on a wide choice of narrowboats on the canals and Rivers Thames and Severn, cruisers on the Norfolk Broads and River Thames and both traditional and modern sailing yachts on the Norfolk Broads.
Is it easy to drive a boat on the Norfolk Broads?
It’s easy – The Norfolk Broads are a great place to start boating as there are no locks to worry about and the rivers are much wider than the canals.
How much is it to go on the Norfolk Broads?
£1345.00 HIRE CHARGE
This is the amount you pay to take over the boat for your chosen duration. It includes the provision of gas bottles for cooking, heating, refrigerator and hot water where appropriate.
Can you hire a barge on the Norfolk Broads?
Canal Boat Hire and Norfolk Broads Boat Holidays
We have a wide choice of boats ranging from traditional narrowboats, modern or classic motor cruisers, widebeam boats and barges all available for holiday hire. We are all experienced boaters and are more than happy to offer advice on boating holidays on 01252 796 400.
Are there canal boats on Norfolk Broads? – Related Questions
How deep is the water on the Norfolk Broads?
The total area of the Broads is 303sq km (117 sq miles) and is made up of 7 rivers and 63 Broads, most of which are less than 4m deep.
Do you need experience to hire a canal boat?
No. Anyone over 21 can hire a canal boat with no licence or training whatsoever. Most people pick up steering and controlling the boat fairly quickly, canal hire firms will give basic training if you have no one experienced on board before letting you loose, and it is possible to take some lessons in advance.
How much does it cost to moor a boat on the Norfolk Broads?
Natural moorings in the heart of The Norfolk Broads
Boats a minimum 20 feet in length up to 24 feet, in stern-on pens are charged at £51.50 per foot per annum and boats over 24 feet in length, in either stern-on or side-on pens, are charged at £55 per foot per annum – no VAT to pay!
Do you need a Licence to hire a boat Norfolk Broads?
No, you don’t require a license to a hire a boat on the Norfolk Broads. You don’t need to have had any previous boating experience, either. Our team will provide you with all of the training you need to confidently navigate your cruiser.
What is the speed limit on the Norfolk Broads?
Speed limits on the Norfolk Broads ranges from 3mph to 6mph. Following the speed limit not only helps prevent accidents, it also preserves the riverbanks.
Which is the prettiest part of the Norfolk Broads?
10 Sights on the Norfolk Broads you Won’t Want to Miss
- How Hill. A real must see on your boating holiday is How Hill Trust.
- Ranworth. A ‘must-see’ on any trip to the Norfolk Broads…
- Thurne Mill.
- Hickling Broad Nature Reserve.
- Sunken Wherries on Surlingham Broad.
- Norwich Cathedral.
- Wroxham.
Are there sharks in the Norfolk Broads?
The coastal and marine areas off Norfolk are not renowned for their clear water and teaming sea life. Dolphins, whales and sharks are not a common feature of our offshore area.
Where is the posh part of Norfolk?
North Norfolk – average house price of £307,000
In the year ending September 2021, North Norfolk was officially the most expensive part of Norfolk to buy a property in, with an average house price of £307,000. Year-on-year, property prices in this area have risen by £39,500.
Which is the nicest village in Norfolk?
10 Most Picturesque Villages in Norfolk
- Wroxham.
- Blakeney.
- Walsingham.
- Cromer.
- Holt.
- Horning.
- Cley next the Sea.
- Sheringham.
Where is the best place to retire in Norfolk?
Wells-next-the-Sea – best coastal location
Wells-next-the-Sea sits between Blakeney Point and Holkham Beach, both of which are within easy reach.
Which is the best seaside town in Norfolk?
Explore Norfolk’s Most Beautiful Seaside Towns
- Blakeney. The biggest draw to Blakeney has to be the seal colonies located at Blakeney Point.
- Cromer.
- Sheringham.
- West Runton.
- Great Yarmouth.
- Happisburgh.
- Holkham.
- Cley next the Sea.
What is the nicest beach in Norfolk?
Mundesley Beach
Considered one of the best beaches in Norfolk, Mundesley is a traditional British seaside getaway that will leave you with wonderful holiday memories.
Whats the prettiest Georgian town in Norfolk?
The historic Georgian town of Holt is a charming rural north Norfolk town surrounded by parks. Close to the coast and with shops and places to stay, Holt is an ideal holiday destination. Holt’s fine 18th century Georgian buildings make the town one of the most attractive in north Norfolk.
Why is the sea Brown in Norfolk?
“The main reason is the sediment suspended in the water all the time, very common in shallow seas, and the huge amount of large shipping we have moving through it and stirring it up,” he said.
Where is the quietest beach in Norfolk?
- 5 of our favourite quiet, secret & secluded beaches in Norfolk.
- Sea Palling— for quintessential Norfolk coast.
- Horsey Gap— for seal spotting & wild sense of seclusion.
- Cart Gap— a winding walk to secluded sea views.
- Trimingham— for truly leaving the crowds behind.
Is Norfolk falling into the sea?
It is likely that the Norfolk cliffs have been eroding at the present rate for about the last 5000 years, when sea level rose to within a metre or two of its present position (Clayton, 1989).