Boating is at the heart of the history and culture of the broads. The river and broads are excellent for sailing and there are many yacht clubs in the area. There is a large Hire Boat Industry which caters for holiday makers. Day boats are also available, many of which are enviromentaly freindly to their surroundings.
For those who prefer a more leisurly trip on the river, there are organised tours with comentary on both the North & South Broads.
You can experience the tradition of the Norfolk Broads with the oppportunity to travel along over 200 miles of beautiful inland waterways. It's truly a water enthusiasts paradise, the likes of which cannot be found anywhere anywhere else whithin the UK
Much more information can be found on the Norfolk Broads Web Site, please click here to be directed to the site.
A visit to Norfolk offers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of busy Britain. Around every corner you will find pretty villages and historic churches, miles and miles of unspoilt beaches, countryside, rivers thriving with wildlife, relaxed towns and a City with wonderful shops and tempting cafés.
Combine all of this with an exciting mix of things to do and a range of activities to suit all ages and you have Norfolk in a nutshell.
There are around 45 miles of coastline, with long sandy beaches, cliffs, flint pebble banks and salt marshes, stretching from Horsey to Holkham Beach. The rich architectural heritage of 81 conservation areas, over 2,200 listed buildings and 100 Scheduled Ancient Monuments, is set in countryside ideal for cycling, walking, boating, horse riding, bird watching or just relaxing.
The North Norfolk Railway offers a 10.5 mile round trip by steam train (vintage diesel trains on some journeys) through a wonderful area of North Norfolk and is said to be of outstanding natural beauty. To the south are wooded hills and the Norfolk beauty spots of Kelling Heath and Sheringham Park, to the north, the sea. All within easy walking distance from the various stations. The flowers are a sight to see throughout the year, in Spring and early Summer there are primroses, bluebells and the yellow gorse. Later in the year the poppies abound and are set off by the mauve heathers. Enjoy a ride on an historic steam train - you can break your journey to look around the stations and marvel at the steam laden atmosphere from a bygone age.
Opened in 1990, The Bure Valley Railway offers an 18 mile round trip through picturesque countryside which is as varied, interesting and beautiful as any to be found on a railway journey in England.
for more information on how to get involved and take a trip on one of theses magnificent trains please click here
