Duck’s-eye views

Ferries and small boats are part of the history of the Broads – they were essential for getting people and goods around and keeping people in touch.

Ferries

Burgh St Peter – ferry across the River Waveney from Waveney River Centre to Carlton Marshes 01502 677343 (enquiries) or 07500 571232 (on demand service) carltoncolvilletowncouncil.gov.uk E6

Horning – ferry from just by the Ferry Inn, Ferry Road, taking passengers across the River Bure to Woodbastwick Staithe. The ferry also takes bikes and you can contact them in advance for other local trips 07393 458682 horningfootferry.co.uk C3

Reedham – vehicle chain ferry across the River Yare to Loddon and Chedgrave area 01493 700429 reedhamferry.co.uk D5

Small boat trips

Beccles – trips along the River Waveney between Beccles Lido and the Locks Inn, Geldeston 07532 072761 bigdogferry.co.uk D7

Horning – Broadland Cycle Hire at BeWILDerwood, delivery service, 07747 483154 norfolkbroadscycling.co.uk C2

Somerleyton Cycles, lifts from moorings and station, 01502 732004 somerleytoncycles.com E6

Bure Valley Railway and Path B2

The narrow gauge Bure Valley Railway runs from

Wroxham/Hoveton to Aylsham, with stops at Coltishall, Buxton and Brampton. The path for cyclists and walkers follows the same route, and the train can sometimes carry bikes. The path is about 9 miles and was widened and upgraded recently. If you’re starting from the bike hire centre at Horning, a route along country lanes will take you to the path. If you’re taking the train to Wroxham, you’ll find

Hickling Broad – wildlife boat trips 01692 598276 norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk D2

Horsey Staithe – see page 10 E2

Hoveton/Wroxham – Ra – see page 5 B2

How Hill, Ludham – Electric Eel – see page 7 C2

Ranworth – Liana – see page 5 C3

Ranworth Broad – ferry and wildlife boat trips 01603 270479 norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk C3

Rollesby Broad – trips from The Waterside 01493 740531 thewatersiderollesby.co.uk E3

South Walsham – see page 11 C3

Stalham – trips on a Victorian steam launch 01692 581681 museumofthebroads.org.uk C1 and see page 11

VisitTheBroads.co.uk/boat-trips lots of boating opportunities to enjoy the Broads from the water too. The railway is accessible by wheelchair, please book in advance, 01263 733858 bvrw.co.uk

Whitlingham Country Park, Trowse B4

The path around the broad makes a lovely short bike ride. Coming from Norwich city centre, National Cycle Network Route 1 runs through the park. whitlinghamcountrypark.com sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network

Tour de Broads

The event takes place on Sunday 20 August, location: Octagon Park, Great Plumstead thepedalrevolution.co.uk

VisitTheBroads.co.uk/cycling

Four-legged riding

Another great way to take in the big skies and panoramic views of the Broads is on horseback, with riding available for beginners and beyond. Some places also offer riding for people with disabilities. VisitTheBroads.co.uk/horse-riding