Local attractions
LETS EXPLORE THE NORFOLK BROADS.
Once settled in your Norfolk Broads Holiday Home you will want to explore the many different and exciting attractions and activities surrounding you. One of the most popular and the closest to you are the Broads Tours, being just a short stroll away! Or just a short drive away at Potter Heigham. Here you will find a fleet of 5 river boats for a tour of the broads, ranging from an hour to a two hour thirty minutes cruise with commentary, they operate from 1st April to the end of October at Wroxham and from end of May to end of October at Potter Heigham. On board you will find light refreshments and toilet facilities, whilst tours starting from Wroxham also have a licensed bar on board. Prices at £6.50 to £8.50 for adults and £5.00 to £7.00 for children. To book call Wroxham 01603 782207 or Potter Heigham 01692 670711. Themed tours are regularly available, both daytime and evening, and are priced at £11. It is advisable to book these in advance as they prove very popular.
One tour not to be missed if you are lucky enough to be celebrating Christmas on the Broads is the “Santa Cruise“. This fun filled tour runs throughout December on board the “Vintage Broadsman”, a double-decker paddle boat, with a set price for adults and children of just £10.00! Once settled on board, Santa’s Pixie will tempt you with Mulled Wine and Mince Pies, whilst for the younger members soft drinks and a Festive Cookie are on offer. To make the cruise even more memorable all children up to 15 years old will receive a present from Santa! For a more adult themed cruise, these Santa Cruises can be organised for adults only. These will operate with a minimum of 25 adults. To book or for more details call 01603 782207.
An alternative option to an organised tour is the option of hiring you own self drive craft. These vary from a standard Day Boat, Day Cruiser, Electric Picnic Boat and a large Picnic Boat.
STANDARD DAY BOAT.
These boats will seat up to 8 people and are easy to operate. They have a canvas cover should you encounter the odd shower along the way and can be hired hourly, part or full day.
PRICES. These vary from £14.00 for one hour in low season to £102 for 8 Hours in high season.
DAY CRUISERS.
Again these will seat up to 8 people but with the advantage of being equipped with a 2 ring hob, grill, fridge, sink and toilet. The roof splits into a sliding canopy over the outside setting area so that you can dine “alfresco”! Hiring is available for the whole day from 10:00 to 17:00.
PRICES. These range from £125.00 in low season to £145.00 in high season.
ELECTRIC PICNIC BOAT.
The advantage of hiring an electric boat is the serene and eco-friendly way of cruising The Broads. Again seating up to 8 people and fitted with a 2 ring hob, sink and toilet. A lovely feature is of this picnic boat is the outside circular seating area at the front. Hiring is available for the whole day from 10:00 to 17:00
PRICES. These range from £105:00 in low season to £125:00 in high season.
LARGE PICNIC BOAT.
This boat is only available from Wroxham and are as above but with the advantage of being able to seat up to 11 people. Hiring is available for the whole day from 9:00 to 17:00.
PRICES. These range from £105:00 low season to £125:00 high season.
We want you to enjoy your experience of boating whilst on holiday at you Norfolk Broads Holiday home, but ask that you take the time to read the leaflet “DAY BOATING” which is printed by the Broads Authority and highlights the Waterways Code. This can be found with various informative leaflets and brochures telling you about activities, where to go and days out on The Norfolk Broads in the binder situated in the lounge of your holiday home.
Another brochure you will find in your Holiday Home is called “Where to go in Norfolk”, listing the top 11 attractions in Norfolk.
1 ALBY CRAFTS AND GARDENS – 01263 761590. Here you will find contemporary and traditional crafts housed in flint farm buildings. After browsing the many galleries and studios you can relax in the galleried tea rooms and enjoy delicious home cooked food.
AMAZON ZOO – 01263 510741. Norfolks newest attraction. Here you will find animals from South America.
BEWILDERWOOD – 01603 783900. A huge forest of family fun and adventure – tree houses, zip wires, jungle bridges, and mysterious marsh walks.
BROADS TOURS – 01603 782207. You can take a river tour or hire out your own boat by the hour, half or full day. All tours include an entertaining commentary and light refreshments are available.
BURE VALLEY RAILWAY – 01263 733858. Here you can travel through nine miles of beautiful Norfolk countryside or walk or cycle with a return train from Aylsham or Wroxham.
FAIRHAVEN WOODLAND AND WATER GARDEN – 01603 270449. There are 3 miles of relaxing woodland gardens to stroll through, dogs on leads are welcome, Fairhaven’s private broad, a tearoom and gift shop.
LANGHAM GLASS – 01485 529111. This is the finest working factory in Norfolk, for live glass-making demonstrations. There is also a factory glassware shop, tea room, glass hand casting and glass painting for children, create your own glass masterpiece (over 16’s) and free parking.
PENSTHORPE NATURE RESERVE AND GARDENS – 01328 851465. Here there are sensational gardens and lakes where you can try pond dipping, explore the bug walk, have fun with their ‘Wild On Wildlife’ activity booklet, discovery safari tour, the junior springwatch trail, café and gift shop.
PRIORY MAZE AND GARDENS – 01263 822986. This is a unique garden experience set in 10 acres with its own micro climate that gives may exotic and different plants a chance to show their beauty. There is also a gift shop plant centre and dogs are welcome.
STRUMPSHAW STEAM MUSEUM – 01603 714535. Here there are steam engines and lorries, over 300 exhibits, Art Deco 1930’s cinema organ, working mechanical organs and memorabilia, huge 100 ton working beam engines, narrow gauge railway and children’s toy layout and 1930’s fairground ride all in over 10,000 square feet.
THRIGBY HALL WILDLIFE GARDENS – 01493 369477. Thriby hall was built in 1736 with the wildlife gardens opening in 1979 to help conservation of rare animals and their habitation. It now plays a major role in conservation and the breeding program helps zoo’s around the world.
