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The Broads
The Broads is a distinctive East Anglian landscape of slow-moving rivers, open water and reed-fringed margins, shaped by nature and a long relationship with water. It’s a place that suits unhurried exploration: hire a day boat, join a guided trip or take to a kayak or paddleboard for quieter channels and close-up views. On land, gentle routes make walking and cycling feel easy, with viewpoints, boardwalks and nature reserves that reward patience. Wildlife is part of the experience, from birds in the reedbeds to the small, surprising moments that arrive when you slow down. Whether you’re planning a family day out or a calmer break, the Broads offers fresh air, open horizons and space to drift.
Top Attractions in The Broads
Wroxham Miniature Worlds
Wroxham Miniature Worlds is the largest indoor modelling attraction in the UK. Great fun for all… Wroxham Miniature Worlds is the largest indoor modelling attraction in the UK. Great fun for…
Wroxham Miniature Worlds
Wroxham Miniature Worlds is the largest indoor modelling attraction in the UK. Great fun for all…
Waveney River Tours & Day Boats
Waveney River Tours have been sailing on the Broads & Rivers in Norfolk and Suffolk since 1970. Waveney River Tours have been sailing on the Broads & Rivers in Norfolk and Suffolk since 1970.
Waveney River Tours & Day Boats
Waveney River Tours have been sailing on the Broads & Rivers in Norfolk and Suffolk since 1970.
St Peters Brewery
St. Peter's Brewery is one of England's original craft breweries, located alongside the moated St.… St. Peter's Brewery is one of England's original craft breweries, located alongside the moated…
St Peters Brewery
St. Peter's Brewery is one of England's original craft breweries, located alongside the moated St.…
Barnes Brinkcraft Day Boat Hire
Our Modern Day Launches seat up to eight people comfortably. Easy to operate, no experience… Our Modern Day Launches seat up to eight people comfortably. Easy to operate, no experience…
Barnes Brinkcraft Day Boat Hire
Our Modern Day Launches seat up to eight people comfortably. Easy to operate, no experience…
Featured Events In The The Broads
Winter boat trip
Date: 3rd Jul 2026 - 4th Mar 2026
Discover Hickling's amazing winter wildlife on a boat trip into the heart of the reserve Discover Hickling's amazing winter wildlife on a boat trip into the heart of the reserve
Makers Market
Date: 4th May 2026 - 4th Mar 2026
Swing by Wroxham Barns and explore over 30 stalls packed with handmade goodies from Norfolk’s best… Swing by Wroxham Barns and explore over 30 stalls packed with handmade goodies from Norfolk’s…
Featured Businesses In The The Broads
The Ironmongers
Luxury grade 2 listed boutique accomodation Luxury grade 2 listed boutique accomodation
Whitlingham Broad Campsite
Camping and glamping in beautiful country park surroundings Camping and glamping in beautiful country park surroundings
Whitlingham Broad Campsite
Camping and glamping in beautiful country park surroundings
Bure Valley Railway
Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and the… Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and…
Bure Valley Railway
Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and the…
Banham Zoo
Norfolk's best Zoo! Norfolk's best Zoo!
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New Lane Cottage - Worstead Estate
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Oliver's Sailing Holidays
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Dawn Chorus Holidays
Suffolk glamping holiday in the Barsham Countryside, you can stay in one of our safari tents or… Suffolk glamping holiday in the Barsham Countryside, you can stay in one of our safari tents…
Dawn Chorus Holidays
Suffolk glamping holiday in the Barsham Countryside, you can stay in one of our safari tents or…
Hall Farm Cottages
Family run holiday cottages in a quiet and secluded location between the villages of Horning and… Family run holiday cottages in a quiet and secluded location between the villages of Horning…
Hall Farm Cottages
Family run holiday cottages in a quiet and secluded location between the villages of Horning and…
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