We have boats sleeping from 2 to 12 people. For the best prices and a personal service book your boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads direct with Barnes Brinkcraft. Our broads boats and holiday cottages are designed for your convenience and maintained to high standard.
How much is the Norfolk Broads as a holiday?
Prices for a boating holiday start from £45pp/pn for our standard fleet up to £145pp/pn for a luxury Elite boats, exclusive of fuel and damage waiver offering something for every taste and budget .
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.
Can anyone hire a boat on the 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.
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Can you swim in the Norfolk Broads?
When the weather is warm it can be very tempting to go for a swim in the Broads. This is potentially very dangerous without the benefit of support from an open water swimming organisation. The Broads Authority strongly advises against entering the water unless part of an organised event.
What is the best part of the Norfolk Broads?
We asked our Facebook fans what their top towns and villages on the Norfolk Broads are and the top places were:
- Horning.
- Wroxham.
- Ludham.
- Ranworth.
- Coltishall.
- Beccles.
- Reedham.
How many boats are on the Norfolk Broads?
A database of over 42,000 boats, most seen by myself on the Norfolk Broads during the last 45 years. (Together with information from the Broads Authority, some historical records taken from old catalogues and photographs and the valuable input from boat owners and other enthusiasts).
Can you take dogs on the Norfolk Broads?
Norfolk Broads Dog Walks. Dogs are welcome in most open places, such as walking trails around the Broads. However, be aware that dogs are not usually allowed on nature reserves – dogs are not permitted at the RSPB Strumpshaw Fen Nature Reserve due to the careful preservation of the area for domestic and migrating birds
How many boats does Herbert Woods have?
Herbert Woods is the largest independent hire boat marina on the Broads operating over 120 cruisers with a 50 strong workforce who are dedicated to providing the highest level of customer service and making sure your Norfolk Broads adventure is one that will be remembered for years to come.
What are Norfolk Broads?
The Norfolk Broads is a National Park with over 125 miles of lock-free waterways with pretty towns and villages along the way, and is home to over quarter of the rarest plants and animals in the UK.
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.
Which is best North or south Norfolk Broads?
The north side of the Norfolk Broads has more villages, shops and boatyards. The northern side tends to be busier than the south, especially in peak times. The southern Broads are more tidal than the north & it is a lot quieter and more rural, with less competition for moorings.
Are the Norfolk Broads salt water?
The spokesperson said salt water surges were “a natural occurrence”. “Salt water flowing into rivers following high tides is a natural occurrence, which happens periodically along the Norfolk Broads,” the agency added.
Are the Norfolk Broads tidal?
Tide times for the Norfolk Broads
The Broads’ rivers are tidal and the tide rises and falls twice approximately every 25 hours. Generally, the outgoing tide (the ebb) lasts longer than the incoming tide (the flood).
Can you walk around the Norfolk Broads?
The Norfolk Broads is the perfect location for walking. With over 190 miles of footpaths and nature trails through gentle rolling countryside and quiet countryside lanes, Norfolk Broads walks have it all.
How deep is Wroxham Broad?
Wroxham Broad has an area of 34.4 hectares (85 acres) and a mean depth of 1.3 metres. It lies to the west of the Bure, with two navigable openings between river and broad.
Can you walk along Wroxham broads?
With over 200km of wildlife and breathtaking landscape, the Broads offer countless options for outdoor lovers. One can walk, cycle, take a boat ride or simply enjoy one of the many idyllic villages located around the park.
Is Wroxham worth visiting?
Wroxham is well worth a visit at any time of the year, although the boating takes place in the summer months. There is plenty of parking available, especially in the winter.