Experience a week of Discovery
The Norfolk Broads
Day One
Cast off from Wroxham and head upstream, through the sleepy hamlet of Belaugh, and on to Coltishall. Moor up and sample the delights of riverside pubs such as ‘The Kings Head’.
Day two
Cruising to today’s destination of Potter Heigham, you’ll pass villages like Horning, peppered with traditional Norfolk thatched dwellings, as well as St Benet’s Abbey. Why not buy some local produce and enjoy lunch on board?
Day three
You’re off to the bustling seaside town of Great Yarmouth today. On the way downstream, you’ll pass through Acle with its typical Broadland windmills, and Stokesby, home to the Ferry Inn.
Day four
After a morning’s shore-leave in Great Yarmouth it’s time to head for Reedham, via the conservation area mudflats of Breydon Water. Stock up on galley supplies and vittles at the quayside.
Day five
It’s about two and a half hours to Bramerton, a great place for lunch or a walk along part of the Weavers Way. Then it’s on to Norwich with its wealth of history.
Day six
Today it’s down the narrow, scenic River Chet. The small town of Loddon is a good place to take on provisions before a night’s mooring at Burgh Castle built on the site of a medieval castle.
Day seven
Make tracks back to the Northern Broads,through Great Yarmouth and towards the Stracey Arms Windpump (mooring at the nearby pub for lunch). Horning is a great choice for your last night!
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The Boater's Handbook
Going under bridges safely
A number of bridges on the Broads require special attention; in particular Potter Heigham Old Bridge is only seven feet high and the sides fall sharply to the water in a half circle. Boats able to go through must use the pilot service. There is a small charge to hirers for use of this service - the boatyard will advise the hirer of this on arrival. Other bridges to look out for are in Wroxham leading to Coltishall, Ludham, Wayford, Great Yarmouth, St Olaves, Beccles and Thorpe.
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Our team recommends…
Having navigated the lower reaches of the River Ant, cross Barton Broad and make your way to Neatishead Staithe, it's a bit like 'Swallows and Amazons'
Sheelagh Fleming
Beginner's Guide
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