Discover the Norfolk Broads
A guide to 12 great days out in the unique environment of the Norfolk Broads compiled by people who live there

Discover the Norfolk Broads - A guide to 12 great days out in the unique environment of the Norfolk Broads compiled by people who live there

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Festival of the Broads
18th – 20th September

Based at Clippesby Hall from 18th to 20th September, this is a weekend celebrating the special qualities of the Broads National Park. With a number of special events happening in and around the Norfolk Broads, including our own Broads Treasure Hunt, adventure cycle ride, guided canoe trails, Broads Ale & Cider tasting and showcase for local craft and food producers, there promises to be something for everyone.

What’s On

Local Producers Fair with Broads Real Ale and Cider Tasting
Loads of local produce to enjoy together with the opportunity to taste a variety of Broads produced real ales and ciders.

When: 10am to 4pm Friday 18th to Sunday 20th September
Cost: Free entry
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com

Broads Treasure Trail
Follow the clues on a route around the Norfolk Broads, taking in the best the Broads National Park has to offer, crammed into a single day of exploring. Suitable for both bikes and cars, and with plenty of potential for refreshments along the way. Prizes for the winners.

When: All day Saturday 19th September
Cost: Free entry
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com

Unique Broads Discovery Adventure
Spend a fantastic day with expert guides cycling in the morning into the heart of the Broads National Park, before picking up canoes and paddling downriver for the afternoon under the guidance of our partners The Canoeman. The day finishes with a short wildlifewatch walk back to Clippesby led by a Broads Authority Ranger. Our own bar and restaurant The Muskett Arms is then the ideal place to relax, share stories from your day and enjoy a good meal, together with very special locally produced real ales and ciders.

When: 11am to 6pm Saturday 19th September
Cost: £25 for adults, £18 for children
To book: Booking is essential, so please ring us at Clippesby on 01493 367800 to reserve your space or email
holidays@clippesby.com

Canoe Safari
Take yourself off for the day in a Canadian canoe, exploring the peaceful River Ant as it becomes the North Walsham & Dilham Canal, and with no powered craft allowed on this part of the Broads National Park, you can experience the special qualities of the area at your own pace.

When: Whole day or half day slots anytime during the Festival
Cost: £30 per day; £20 per half day
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com

Water Trail Adventure
A Norfolk Wildlife Trust event at Hickling Broad. In our opinion, the best guided boat trip available on the Norfolk Broads. Two and a half hours of peace and tranquillity on the largest Broad in the National Park as you explore the Broad itself, its islands and quiet backwaters in the company of an experienced guide. Famous for its bird life, you will get the opportunity to visit several bird hides inaccessible to the general public, and also to climb the tree tower for an unrivalled view of the Broad and the surrounding area.

When: 10.30am & 2.30pm Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September
Cost: £7.50 for adults; £4.50 for children under age 16
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com

Picnic Cycle Ride
Take your picnics and wind your way from Clippesby through quiet country lanes to one of the most peaceful and scenic locations in the Norfolk Broads at How Hill. Picnic on the grass looking down over the river, take a trip on the Electric Eel boat around the hidden dykes on the reserve, or walk the nature trail to the bird hide on Crome’s Broad to try and spot kingfishers. Full route maps and guidance available.

When: Anytime during the Festival
Cost: £15 for a family of 4 for the boat trip; normal charges for bike hire if required
To book boat trip or bike hire: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com

Useful Norfolk Broads Contacts

Below you will find suggestions for accommodation, activities, attractions, food & drink and shopping.  All useful contacts while visiting the Norfolk Broads.

Accommodation

Activities

Attractions

Food and Drink

Shopping


Barnes Brinkcraft

Barnes Brinkcraft is a family run business based in Wroxham. Our fleet of modern all weather Dayboats & Picnic boats offer everything for that perfect day on the river. Life jackets, tuition & parking are all included.


BeWILDerwood

A huge forest of wild family fun and adventure. Treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges, Crocklebogs, boat trips, marsh walks and really yummy food.


Blickling Hall, Garden & Park

Magnificent Jacobean house with garden and park. Famed for its long gallery, fine tapestries, paintings and rare books. Parkland, lakeside walks and sunken garden. Reputedly home to the headless ghost of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIIIs second queen.


White Horse Inn

Traditional Norfolk pub, serving several real ales and tasty home made food


Linda H. Matthews Artist

Working artists studio & gallery, in the beautiful northern broads. Paintings & gifts from Lindas work. Also offering structured painting courses and private tuition, for individuals & groups, with an experienced tutor & art materials for sale

 
Day One Day boat trip Wroxham to Coltishall – £££££
Day Two Walk / Wildlife watching Ranworth & Fairhaven Gardens – ££££
Day Three Walk / Seal watching Horsey Mere and Beach – £/££ - YF
Day Four Guided boat trip / Wildlife watching Hickling Broad & Sutton - ££££
Day Five Canoe trip Wayford Bridge to Neatishead, via Barton Broad – £££ - YF
Day Six Cycle ride and Picnic Clippesby to How Hill – £/£££ - YF
Day Seven Day boat trip Ludham Bridge to Neatishead via How Hill – £££££
Day Eight Walk / Wildlife watching Salhouse & Cockshoot Broads – ££
Day Nine Canoe trip Martham to Horsey – £££
Day Ten Learn to Sail from Hunter’s Yard at Ludham - £££££
Day Eleven Walk / Boat trip Barton & Alderfen Broads – £/££ - YF
Day Twelve Cycle ride Discover the Norfolk Broads in a Day - £/££
YF - Young Family option available

A cost guide is included for each day out, ranging from lower cost (£: free or up to £15) to higher cost (£££££: £80 up to £100). These costs are based on a family of 4
undertaking all the activities suggested and are accurate as at the date of publication.

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