River Activities

New for 2024. Stay at one of our holiday lodges and get 10% off canoe rentals!

Make the most of your stay with Norfolk Holiday Lodges and explore the river Yare in style by renting a wooden canoe!

Discover the beautiful Norfolk Broads at your own pace. Paddle up to a riverside pub, explore and spot the abundance of local wildlife before relaxing back in your cosy waterside lodge.

What we think is even more special is that all canoes are made lovingly by hand by local company Weston Canoes. Midweek, weekend and longer-term rentals available plus delivery to your holiday lodge!

See our blog 10% off canoe rental for our guests for more details.

Details on canoe rental discounts are given upon holiday lodge booking via our online holiday planner and email. Rental is subject to availability and booked directly with Weston Canoes.

Boating on The Broads

Bringing your own boat, canoes, kayaks or paddleboards...

Our holiday lodges are a perfect choice for any mariners out there, each having private quay headed moorings for your own or hired boat at the end of the garden or decking.

In addition, our quiet marina features a free slipway which is available to all of our holiday lodge guests*.

We love to see our guests enjoying our waterside location so bring your own kayaks, paddleboards, canoes and RIBs and launch from your lodge or from the slipway at the marina.

Please bear in mind that the river Yare and it’s water which flows into the marina is tidal.

*Please contact us to ensure our slipway is adequate for your own boat launch requirements. Alternative arrangements can be made at Tingdene, just a stroll away – fees apply.

Please ensure you check the links in the important information section below for exploring the Broads safely and toll fees.

Boat hire

Just a short stroll away from our lodges you will find Broom Boats (check seasonal availability directly) which are located next to the White Heron Pub – our local friendly spot for a meal and a drink watching over a marina and only a short stroll away from our holiday lodges.

Other boat rental options can be found in nearby Wroxham and Horning as well as organised boat trips.

Important information

Safety on the River

Lots of information about exploring the Broads safely, tides, river toll fees, mooring up and many more helpful tips about exploring our stunning waterways can be found by visiting Navigating the Broads.

Tides – Brundall Tide Times

River Toll Fees

Tolls are needed for any vessels including canoes, kayaks, dinghies and paddleboards that are kept in or used within the Broads Authority’s navigation area or adjacent waters.

Short visit toll information can be found by visiting the Broads Authority website – short visit toll fees.

Electric Boats

Please note that we do not have electric hook up facilities for electric boats.

Browse Our Lodges

Ferry Lodge

We are excited to announce that our brand new 3 bedroom holiday lodge (opened Christmas 2023) on the banks of the River Yare is ready for you!

Ferry Lodge commands a beautiful riverside setting with wonderful river views and quay headed mooring for your own or hired boat. Featuring a timber interior, this spacious holiday lodge has all you need for an idyllic home from home waterside break.

River View

Perfect for fishing in the garden and watching the river activity.

River Breeze

A quiet and tranquil location, perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing.

River Retreat

A peaceful and quiet location. Great for fishing kayaking and paddle boarding.

River Rest

Located at the front of the Marina it’s a great spot for fishing and seeing the boats pass by.

River Bay

Located in a small marina just off the River Yare, it’s a good spot for fishing and watching the boats pass by.

Nature's Nook

Perfect for fishing from the decking and watching the river activity. The sunsets are incredible!

Testimonials

We take pride in the positive feedback we receive from our satisfied customers. Read some of our testimonials below and see for yourself what customers have to say about Norfolk Holiday Lodges.