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Norfolk Broads Holidays

Unforgettable Norfolk Broads Holidays Await! Explore our wide range of boats, cottages, and apartments, perfect for every budget. Book your dream getaway with Barnes Brinkcraft today!

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With over 50 years of family-owned expertise, we’re here to help you plan the perfect Broads holiday escape—whether it’s a boating adventure, a peaceful riverside cottage stay, or a day boat hire for exploring at your own pace.

Discover Your Perfect Norfolk Broads Holiday

With a diverse fleet of over 80 holiday-hire boats, we offer something for everyone—whether you’re seeking a luxury onboard experience with modern home-from-home comforts or a classic adventure aboard our much-loved traditional Broads cruisers, including boats from the renowned Royalls Boatyard and Alphacraft fleet.

Depart from Barnes Brinkcraft’s boatyard in Wroxham and enjoy direct booking for the best prices and personalised service. Our boats accommodate groups of 2 to 12 people, making them ideal for couples, families, and friends alike.

Need Help Choosing the Perfect Boat?

We’re here to ensure your Norfolk Broads boating holiday or riverside cottage stay is just right for you. Our holiday boats and cottages are designed for comfort and maintained to the highest standards. If you need assistance selecting the best option for your needs and budget, feel free to get in touch—we’d love to help!

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Norfolk Broads Boat Hire

Choose from our wide range of Broads holiday boats, designed to suit every style and budget. Our newest boats come equipped with the latest features, including eco-friendly electric motors that run all day, offering a quiet, sustainable, and luxurious boating experience.

Prefer a more classic adventure? Many of our customers love our well-maintained traditional hire boats, perfect for a memorable Norfolk Broads getaway at a budget that works for you.

Norfolk Broads Holiday Cottages

Looking for riverside holiday cottages in Wroxham or Hoveton? We’ve got you covered!

Stay in one of our 15 fantastic dog-friendly cottages along the scenic River Bure, accommodating four to nine guests—perfect for families, friends, and pet lovers.

Plus, outside of the summer holidays, your cottage stay includes a private day boat, enabling you to explore the Norfolk Broads at your own pace.

Norfolk Broads Day Boat Hire

Visiting Wroxham for a short stay and eager to get on the water?

We offer Broads day boats and canoes, perfect for families and fishing enthusiasts.

From Easter to October half-term, our day boats with cookers and toilets are available for hire.

Book online by the hour or for the whole day and make the most of your time on the water!

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"I'll start by addressing the negative feedback, as seen on Google and various reviews sites. Firstly this hoilday isn't a 5 Star hotel. It's a basic boat and generally, boats do have their own set of challenges if your driving it yourself, so be aware it will be different. If your looking for the all Perfect hoilday - nothing is prefect and I'm sure the people providing negative feedback will always find something to moan about. I booked after reviewing the negative feedback and thought we'll see for ourselves and found that probably people didn't expect a boat to be how a boat is. We embraced the challenge and loved the experience of what came along, we don't do the 5 star Caribbean hotel experience or any of that nonsense, nor do we expect too much. The boat had all the basic bits and pieces to make experience of spending 3 days on the water enjoyable, living with a slightly comfort, to normal life. The staff at the yard were lovely on arrival and gave us all the info we asked for and more. Id say to 1st timers, like us - book the Swan Inn in advance, if you like to eat there, about an hour away from the yard and get to a mooring early on the 1st night, before dark. Stern mooring is much easier to get on and off, that side on. Plus we didn't stock up on enough provisions, so next time we'll take double the food onboard to last the trip, as we couldn't really find a typical Tesco express on the next corner. Take extra towels and your own bedding, like you would a caravan. Most of all, embrace the challenge and the change of scene and don't moan if you arnt prepared."
- Matt Owen
"What a fabulous week we had.we had a lovely welcome as always checking in.our boat was ready early, our boat was spotlessly clean and ready to go. We've already booked our next holiday as we left ! . Thank you to all the office staff including the cleaning staff and maintenance staff. Can't wait to return. Thanks, pete and tom."
- Peter Lawler
"Hired a boat for the day, which ranged from £138 upwards. Everything was ready to go, and we were shown how to operate it and given a map to navigate the broads. Had a relaxing day, and there are some nice stop offs on our journey. Boats dog friendly as well. Enjoyed it that much we are considering hiring a cruiser for a week. Well worth doing if you've never done it before."
- Mark Harvey
"Top place for holiday boat hire"
- William Quarrell

What's New at Barnes Brinkcraft?

Catch up with the latest news at Barnes Brinkcraft. Our blog features lots of helpful info about Norfolk Broads Boat Hire and us.

What’s on in the Norfolk Broads this Easter

Easter on the Norfolk Broads is a time of blooming landscapes, lively wildlife, and a plethora of activities that cater to all ages. Whether you’re steering one of our day boats or exploring on...

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Dogs Go Free – Holidays on The Broads

Book by the 30th April and dogs (and cats) go free on 2025 Nofolk Broads holidays at Barnes Brinkcraft. There’s ‘no dog left behind,’ on a Barnes Brinkcraft holiday. Especially with...

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Your Next Family Adventure in the Norfolk Broads

  Your Next Family Adventure: A Holiday with Barnes Brinkcraft on the Norfolk Broads Love the Outdoors? Need to Keep the Kids Entertained? We’ve Got You Covered! If your idea of a great...

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Helping our customers reach The Broads’ hidden gems.

We are the only boat hire company offering a free bridge pilot service at Wroxham Bridge, the gateway to a beautiful tranquil part of the Broads. At Barnes Brinkcraft, we’re thrilled to offer...

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Early Booking Discount

Book Now and Save  5% on your Norfolk Broads boating holiday in our early bird sale. Offer extended, now ends 2nd February 2025.. Snaffle the best boat for your adventure on the Norfolk Broads now...

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February Half Term Holiday Cottages on the Norfolk Broads

Frolics this Half Term with Barnes Brinkcraft Holiday Cottages on the Norfolk Broads Are you ready for a February half term filled with chuckles, charm, and a touch of the unexpected? Barnes...

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What’s on in the Norfolk Broads this Easter

Easter on the Norfolk Broads is a time of blooming landscapes, lively wildlife, and a plethora of activities that cater to all ages. Whether you’re steering one of our day boats or exploring on...

Learn more

Dogs Go Free – Holidays on The Broads

Book by the 30th April and dogs (and cats) go free on 2025 Nofolk Broads holidays at Barnes Brinkcraft. There’s ‘no dog left behind,’ on a Barnes Brinkcraft holiday. Especially with...

Learn more

Your Next Family Adventure in the Norfolk Broads

  Your Next Family Adventure: A Holiday with Barnes Brinkcraft on the Norfolk Broads Love the Outdoors? Need to Keep the Kids Entertained? We’ve Got You Covered! If your idea of a great...

Learn more

Helping our customers reach The Broads’ hidden gems.

We are the only boat hire company offering a free bridge pilot service at Wroxham Bridge, the gateway to a beautiful tranquil part of the Broads. At Barnes Brinkcraft, we’re thrilled to offer...

Learn more

Early Booking Discount

Book Now and Save  5% on your Norfolk Broads boating holiday in our early bird sale. Offer extended, now ends 2nd February 2025.. Snaffle the best boat for your adventure on the Norfolk Broads now...

Learn more

February Half Term Holiday Cottages on the Norfolk Broads

Frolics this Half Term with Barnes Brinkcraft Holiday Cottages on the Norfolk Broads Are you ready for a February half term filled with chuckles, charm, and a touch of the unexpected? Barnes...

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Norfolk Broads Latest Information

Norfolk Broads Guide to Places to Eat, Drink and Shop

Where to Eat, Drink and Shop on the Norfolk Broads With all the upset and social distancing we’ve had to get used to you might worry that staples will be in short supply this season. The new...

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The Norfolk Broads Experience

Hear what our customers have to say about being on a Norfolk Broads boating holiday with Barnes Brinkcraft. Just imagine you could be here...

Learn more

Aerial Views Of The Norfolk Broads

Soak up and enjoy one of the UK’s most outstanding National Parks that is the Norfolk...

Learn more

Norfolk Broads Latest Information

Norfolk Broads Guide to Places to Eat, Drink and Shop

Where to Eat, Drink and Shop on the Norfolk Broads With all the upset and social distancing we’ve had to get used to you might worry that staples will be in short supply this season. The new...

Learn more

The Norfolk Broads Experience

Hear what our customers have to say about being on a Norfolk Broads boating holiday with Barnes Brinkcraft. Just imagine you could be here...

Learn more

Aerial Views Of The Norfolk Broads

Soak up and enjoy one of the UK’s most outstanding National Parks that is the Norfolk...

Learn more

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