How to register
- To register you must go to the system’s home page (https://tolls.broads-authority.gov.uk).
- The next screen requires you to enter the following details:
- You must now enter your email address and set up a password for your account.
- Step 4 – Completing the registration process…
Can you live on a boat on the Norfolk Broads?
‘Yes, there are people living on beaten up boats and those who don’t follow the rules, but there are also some wealthy people living on boats too. ‘ He said there were many challenges to living on a boat, but technology made it easier.
Can I launch my own boat on the Norfolk Broads?
Visitors to the Norfolk Broads who wish to bring their own boats for sailing, motor boating, fishing or paddling, can launch them from a variety of slipways, private and public, located throughout the Norfolk Broads.
When can I use my boat on the Broads?
When to Visit the Broads. The Broads are beautiful all year round but we only let our cruisers between February and November for safety reasons. Early Spring and late Autumn are the quietest times on the Broads. They are also the cheapest times of year to hire one of our boats.
How do I register for Broads Authority? – Related Questions
Can I moor my boat anywhere on the Broads?
Can we moor anywhere? You are welcome to sensibly moor anywhere unless stated “No Mooring”. There are many places that you can moor free of charge; however there are also places where there is a charge for mooring, such as the yacht stations at Norwich and Great Yarmouth where facilities are available.
What is the speed limit on the 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.
What time can you start a boat on the Norfolk Broads?
April to October: 08:00 – 18:00, seven days per week but bank holidays are 24hr advance booking only. November to March: 08.00 – 12.00, seven days per week but not available on bank holidays.
When can you fish the Broads?
As the Broads is a freshwater river system, the coarse fishing close season applies from 15 March to 15 June inclusive each year and between these dates fishing is not permitted on the waterways. Individuals who are caught doing so face prosecution and substantial fines, enforced by the Environment Agency.
Is there a closed fishing season on the Norfolk Broads?
The coarse fishing close season between 15 March and 15 June applies to all rivers, streams, drains, the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads, some canals and some stillwaters.
Can you cruise the Broads at night?
Dance the night away to the backdrop of the beautiful Broads
Join us for an evening cruise aboard one of our luxury double-decker passenger boats.
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 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 jet skis allowed on the Norfolk Broads?
You can enjoy a wide range of water activities on the Broads but some are not appropriate for this untamed area. Jet-skiing, kite-surfing and the use of towed inflatables like ringos are not allowed on the water controlled by the Broads Authority while open water swimming is .
Can you have a BBQ on the Norfolk Broads?
The broad has fields surrounding it, popular with campers, and has a camping corner just a minute’s walk from the broadside. From here, set up your barbecue, enjoy some delicious food and watch the sun set over Salhouse Broad! Remember, don’t lay your barbecue directly on the ground.
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!
Can you swim anywhere 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.
Are there snakes in the Norfolk Broads?
The waterways of the Broads are a biodiversity hotspot, boasting over a quarter of the UK’s rarest wildlife. All six of the UK’s native reptile species are in decline, with four of them – adders, grass snakes, common lizards and slow-worms – found in the Broads.
Can you use an anchor on the Norfolk Broads?
The mud weight, or mud anchor, is situated at the front of the boat on the deck. It acts as any anchor would, allowing you to moor in the middle of one of the broads (out of the way!), by lowering the weight into the mud.
Can you fish on the Norfolk Broads on a boat?
When considering fishing in the Norfolk Broads, hiring one of our cruisers is a great option as you can fish from your boat and offers keen anglers access to more remote fishing spots inaccessible on foot. There are also places where you can moor up and fish, as well as some great fishing platforms.
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.