A leading holiday destination, Britain’s largest protected wetland and third largest inland waterway, the Norfolk Broads cover 303 sq kilometres, with more than 200 kilometres of navigable waters. The Broads, which also take in some Suffolk wetland, have the same status as a National Park, and consist of 63 broads (relatively shallow lakes formed from flooded mediaeval peat beds) and seven rivers (the Bure, Thurne, Ant, Yare, Chet, Waveney and Wensum). The Broads provide a haven for a myriad of species, including swallowtail butterflies, kingfishers, great crested grebes and Cetti’s warblers.
Since 1989, the area has been managed by the Broads Authority, which works to conserve, promote and protect the wetlands. The unique beauty of the Norfolk Broads includes a landscape rich in traditional windmills, historic churches, delightful pubs and amazing wildlife, with something to appeal to every visitor.
Things to do on the Norfolk Broads
Thirteen of the broads are usually open to navigation, and the area offers unparalleled opportunities for leisure, including exploration by boat, bicycle and on foot, and for bird-watching and other wildlife observation, as well as wildfowling and angling.
The best way to see the Broads is obviously by boat, and it is easy to spend a week exploring the lock-free navigable waterways, visiting various churches and windmills en route. The Broadland Conservation Centre at Ranworth affords the visitor a great viewing platform for herons, crested grebes and terns, and is easily accessible by road.
At Wroxham visitors can shop or take the Bittern Line or the narrow gauge Bure Valley railways. On Barton Broad at Neatishead, the Nancy Oldfield Trust, a registered charity and RYA training centre, offers water-borne activities for people with a wide range of disabilities.
Top Destinations
North Walsham - An ancient market town, North Walsham is home to the church of St Nicholas, one of the famous 14th century ‘wool churches’ which are testament to a once-thriving local weaving industry. The National Motorcycle Museum houses over 80 machines dating back to the 1920s, as well as numerous other transport ephemera, such as bicycles and die cast toys. Two long-distance footpaths - the Paston Way and the Weavers Way - also take a route through the town.
Reedham - A vehicular chain ferry over the River Yare provides the only river crossing between Norwich and Great Yarmouth. Up to three cars, plus foot passengers, can utilise Reedham Ferry, saving a 30 mile journey.
Norwich - It was once said that Norwich had ‘a pub for every day of the year and a church for every week of the year’. Within the historic city walls there are over 30 medieval churches, as well as two spectacular cathedrals, a selection of award-winning pubs, the largest daily open-air market in the country, two state-of-the-art shopping malls, and a huge variety of notable buildings demonstrating virtually every stage in the development of English architecture - including those which make Norwich the most complete mediaeval city in Britain.
Great Yarmouth - This archetypal seaside resort stretches over 15 miles of wide, sandy beaches, with two glorious piers helping to make it the family holiday centre of the Norfolk coast. The Time and Tide Museum celebrates the mysterious heritage of the herring, whilst both the Nelson Museum and Nelson’s Monument are to the glory of Norfolk’s favourite son. Within easy reach of the town, nature lovers can take a boat trip out to Scroby Sands to watch the beautiful seals basking on the sand banks, whilst other local attractions include the Sea Life Centre, Thrigby Wildlife Gardens, Pettits Animal Adventure Park, Caister Castle Car Collection and the Greyhound Racing Stadium.
This fantastic 4 bedrooms sleeps a maximum of 7 with parking available for 2 cars. Picturesque views can be appreciated from the dining room and sitting room with patio doors leading to a spacious seating verandah with ...
Located directly on the main riverfront at the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Anchor Cottage is perfect for up to 8 guests but also ideal for smaller groups of 4 or less for whom we offer a 20% UNDER OCCUPANCY DISCOUNT ALL ...
Idleways is a self-catering holiday home situated on the bank of the River Thurne in the heart of the Norfolk Broads National Park. It is surrounded by open farmland front and back, with uninterrupted views up and down ...
Pine Lodge, Clippesby Hall, Clippesby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Tucked away along its own woodland track and with private parking, this distinctive detached lodge benefit from the best of both worlds – part of Clippesby Hall’s family holiday park with access to all of the facilities ...
Coach House, Clippesby Hall, Clippesby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Newly refurbished and completely re-fitted, this attractive detached cottage stands at the heart of Clippesby Hall’s family holiday park. With a cool, contemporary feel and a wonderful sense of space, you start to relax ...
Small family owned site on the Norfolk Broads.
Hedera House & Plantation Bungalows are set in two acres of lovely peaceful gardens in the idyllic village of Thurne. 7-bedroomed Georgian style farmhouse sleeps up to 12. ...
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Luxury retreat on the Norfolk Broads.
If you are looking for a luxury holiday cottage which blends all of the character of a beautiful period property, along with a stylish contemporary décor, ...
Located directly on the main riverfront, Riverside Cottage is perfect for up to 8 guests but also ideal for smaller groups of 2 to 4 for whom we offer a 20% UNDER OCCUPANCY DISCOUNT ALL YEAR ROUND. FREE WiFi Internet ...
Located directly on the main riverfront at the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Anchor Cottage is perfect for up to 8 guests but also ideal for smaller groups of 4 or less for whom we offer a 20% UNDER OCCUPANCY DISCOUNT ALL ...
In the heart of the Norfolk Broads, surrounded by countryside, and just 1/2 mile from Ludham village. Converted single storey barn, comfortably furnished throughout and with a private enclosed lawn garden. Womack Water for ...
Located directly on the main riverfront, Riverside Cottage is perfect for up to 8 guests but also ideal for smaller groups of 2 to 4 for whom we offer a 20% UNDER OCCUPANCY DISCOUNT ALL YEAR ROUND. FREE WiFi Internet ...
Coach House, Clippesby Hall, Clippesby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Newly refurbished and completely re-fitted, this attractive detached cottage stands at the heart of Clippesby Hall’s family holiday park. With a cool, contemporary feel and a wonderful sense of space, you start to relax ...
Coot Cottage, Wayford Bridge, nr. Stalham, Happisburgh, Norfolk
Situated on the riverside, these four cottages provide guests with an excellent Broadland setting. These cottages make an ideal retreat at any time of year. Wayford Bridge is a private development of 5 holiday cottages, ...
This charming 400 year old holiday cottage is in the centre of the Broads village of Ludham, just a short distance from Womack Water where boats are for hire. Wroxham known as the Capital of the Broads, is 5 miles away ...
Enjoying a beautiful waterfront location, these three holiday properties (refs CBBH, CBBJ and CYY) have their own private mooring and superb views over the River Thurne and a National Trust wildlife reserve (which featured ...
Grebe Cottage, Wayford Bridge, nr. Stalham, Happisburgh, Norfolk
Situated on the riverside, these four cottages provide guests with an excellent Broadland setting. These cottages make an ideal retreat at any time of year. Wayford Bridge is a private development of 5 holiday cottages, ...
These riverside chalets are set on the water's edge of the River Yare with free use of a rowing dinghy. Standing detached, these modern, timber holiday chalets are comfortably furnished and equipped, each having its own ...
Small family owned site on the Norfolk Broads.
Hedera House & Plantation Bungalows are set in two acres of lovely peaceful gardens in the idyllic village of Thurne. 7-bedroomed Georgian style farmhouse sleeps up to 12. ...
Heron, Wayford Bridge, nr. Stalham, Happisburgh, Norfolk
Situated on the riverside, these four cottages provide guests with an excellent Broadland setting. These cottages make an ideal retreat at any time of year. Wayford Bridge is a private development of 5 holiday cottages, ...
Heron Lodge, Hopton-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Heron Lodge is situated in the village of Hopton-on-Sea, just 5 minutes from the sandy beach, and the village of Hopton offers restaurants, pubs, shops and entertainment venues. This detached lodge with its stylish ...
Heron's View is situated on the waters edge of the River Yare, a superb position for observing water life. The holiday cottage is a detached timber property which provides ideal accomodation for anytime of year, it has a ...
Set in rural surroundings, Holly Farm Cottage is one of pair (right in photograph) and is ideal for a holiday exploring the Broads. Hickling Broad (one of the largest expanses of water in East Anglia) is close by for ...
This single storey barn conversion is situated in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. With its own enclosed lawned garden, guests also have use of the 1/2 acre shared grounds. Wroxham, 6 miles, for waterside restaurants, ...
Idleways is a self-catering holiday home situated on the bank of the River Thurne in the heart of the Norfolk Broads National Park. It is surrounded by open farmland front and back, with uninterrupted views up and down ...
Kingfisher Lodge, Hopton-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Kingfisher Lodge is situated in the village of Hopton-on-Sea, just 5 minutes from the sandy beach. The village offers shops, pubs, restaurants and entertainment venues. This detached lodge, with its stylish interior ...
Lazy Days, Dilham, nr. North Walsham, North Walsham, Norfolk
An attractive and comfortable, modern detached bungalow, situated on the River Ant, in the quiet village of Dilham. It has a large lawned garden, which leads to a private mooring and slipway – ideal for fishing ...
Lily Broad, Rollesby, nr. Great Yarmouth, Winterton-on-Sea, Norfolk
Court House Cottages offer holiday accommodation for any time of the year and are perfect for couples or families. These two properties (ref's: 27648 and 27649), adjacent to the owner's home, were formally stables and are ...
Enjoying a delightful waterside position overlooking Womack Water in the village of Ludham. The private garden gives the perfect holiday location for relaxation and watching the boating activity. Having its own water ...
Mallard Lodge, Hopton-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Mallard Lodge is situated in the village of Hopton-on-Sea, just 5 minutes from the sandy beach, and the village offering shops, pubs, restaurants and entertainment venues. This detached lodge offers a good standard of ...
Malt Shovel, Wayford Bridge, nr. Stalham, Happisburgh, Norfolk
Situated on the riverside, these four cottages provide guests with an excellent Broadland setting. These cottages make an ideal retreat at any time of year. Wayford Bridge is a private development of 5 holiday cottages, ...
Pine Lodge, Clippesby Hall, Clippesby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Tucked away along its own woodland track and with private parking, this distinctive detached lodge benefit from the best of both worlds – part of Clippesby Hall’s family holiday park with access to all of the facilities ...
Pippins, Great Hautbois, nr. Coltishall, Wroxham, Norfolk
Set in 7 acres of private grounds, this charming traditionally-furnished holiday cottage with exposed beams is in a peaceful rural position adjacent to the owners home and is perfectly located for exploring Norfolk. Bure ...
This charming, link-detached, converted single storey barn offers a comfortable holiday base whilst maintaining its character, with wood-burning stove and exposed beams. Set in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, with its ...
These riverside chalets are set on the water's edge of the River Yare with free use of a rowing dinghy. Standing detached, these modern, timber holiday chalets are comfortably furnished and equipped, each having its own ...
Dating back 150 years, this pretty cottage with its own south-facing sun terrace and garden furniture, overlooks the busy quay on the River Yare (50 yards, toddlers beware!), with panoramic views to the woodland and ...
Ramplings, Old Costessey, nr. Norwich, Norwich, Norfolk
This pretty, detached holiday cottage provides an ideal retreat at any time of year. Well equipped, it has modern day comforts and is comfortably furnished with oak flooring to downstairs rooms. The village has two pubs, ...
Perfect riverside holiday accommodation, set on the water's edge at Brundall. These delightful detached holiday chalets are comfortably furnished throughout with well-equipped, modern fitted kitchens. Overlooking the ...
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