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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.
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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.
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BeWILDerwood
A huge forest of wild family fun and adventure. Treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges, Crocklebogs, boat trips, marsh walks and really yummy food.
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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.
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White Horse Inn
Traditional Norfolk pub, serving several real ales and tasty home made food
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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
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