Cricket on Ranworth Staithe © Broads Authority - 2013
With two Broads and a nature trail - all overlooked by a spectacular medieval church offering staggering views from the top of its tower - Ranworth is a village not to be missed. The lovely village and its scenic staithe occupy an enviable position on the edge of Malthouse Broad - a mecca for boaters in the summer and the only point of access if you are arriving by water. The staithe has a lovely lawn that’s perfect for a picnic. Alternatively, you can relax at a tearoom overlooking the broad, enjoy an ice cream or stock up on supplies at the souvenir shop, which has a postbox.
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The Malsters pub is opposite the staithe and there are public toilets nearby. We recommend visiting the Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s Information Centre at the staithe. Next follow their boardwalk through woodland and reed bed to the trust’s unique floating conservation centre overlooking Ranworth’s second Broad – Ranworth Broad. Ranworth Broad is cut off from general boat traffic as a sanctuary for wildlife but from the conservation centre you can enjoy an expansive view of the broad. Look out for rare wildlife including common terns nesting on a floating raft, marsh harriers and even visiting ospreys. Better still take a guided boat trip from the conservation centre to explore the broad with an expert from Norfolk Wildlife Trust.
Ranworth Staithe Stern on moorings by a lovely green. Electric hook up available. Ranworth Island Stern on mooring away from the main village. Fee applies. You will need a dinghy to reach Ranworth village.
