The Ultimate Guide to Boating on the Norfolk Broads | 7-Day Itinerary & Tips
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Planning a boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads? In this comprehensive video guide, we take you through everything you need to know—from choosing the right boat at Richardson's Marina to navigating the famous waterways of Wroxham, Potter Heigham, and Breydon Water.
Whether you are a first-time captain or a seasoned sailor, this 7-day itinerary covers the best free moorings, pub stops, and essential safety tips for handling the tides and bridges.
IN THIS VIDEO:
The Boat: A full tour of the "Supreme" vessel, including engine checks and living quarters.
The Route: A detailed journey from Stalham to Loddon, stopping at St Benet's Abbey, Stokesby, and Burgh Castle.
Navigation: Right of way rules, passing sailing yachts, and how to cross Breydon Water safely.
Practical Tips: Mooring advice, packing lists, fuel costs, and tide times.
Watch the Full 7-Day Series: Norfolk Broads Boating Adventure (4K Water...
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 Richardson's Boating Marina Stalham (Arrival & Check-in)
00:00:11 Richardson's Supreme Boat Tour (Interior & Features)
00:00:51 Exploring Richardson's Marina Facilities
00:05:58 Cruising from Stalham to Wroxham (River Ant)
00:07:40 How Hill Nature Reserve & Toad Hole Cottage
00:08:27 Navigating the River Bure to Wroxham
00:11:32 How to Drive a Norfolk Broads Cruiser (Controls & Helm)
00:13:57 Best Places to Eat in Wroxham (Roys & Takeaways)
00:14:23 Free Moorings (All moorings via PDF document link)
00:14:44 Where to Find Water Points in Wroxham
00:15:11 Boat Maintenance: Engine, Gas & Pump-out Points
00:16:44 St Benet's Abbey: History & Free Mooring Tips
00:17:12 Boating Route to Potter Heigham
00:17:55 Potter Heigham Bridge & Lathams Discount Store
00:19:59 Leaving Potter Heigham: Navigation Advice
00:22:07 Stokesby Village Guide & Riverside Mooring
00:22:47 History of Ferry Inn, Stokesby
00:24:16 Quiet Mooring at Ferry Inn
00:25:50 Approaching Breydon Water (Preparation)
00:27:56 Burgh Castle Roman Fort & Panoramic Views
00:29:30 St Olaves: The Bell Inn & Riverside Atmosphere
00:30:54 Mooring at St Olaves (Fees & Advice)
00:34:02 Reedham: Lord Nelson Pub & The Chain Ferry
00:36:33 Navigating the River Chet to Loddon
00:40:25 Exploring Loddon: Shops, Pubs & Tearooms
00:40:49 Holy Trinity Church Loddon (Historic Sightseeing)
00:41:51 Expert Boat Mooring Advice for Beginners
00:43:28 Right of Way Rules: Sailing Yachts vs Motorboats
00:46:58 Fishing on the Norfolk Broads
00:47:31 Norfolk Broads Boat Hire: Day Boats vs Weekly Cruisers
00:48:56 Accessible Boating: Boats for Disabled Passengers
00:50:17 Boat Accessibility (Supreme Boat)
00:52:02 How to Cross Breydon Water Safely (Tide Times)
00:57:15 Great Yarmouth Yacht Station (Mooring & Electricity)
00:58:49 Passing the Stracey Arms Windpump
00:59:17 Stokesby Village Shop & Provisions
01:00:15 Barton Broad: Navigation & Wildlife Watching
01:00:45 Norfolk Broads Q&A (Ask Your Questions!)
01:01:14 Boat Fishing (Areas to drop anchor)
01:01:46 Stalham & Sutton Village Overview
01:02:33 Sutton Staithe Mooring, Water & Pub Guide
01:04:28 Returning the Boat to Richardson’s (Fuel Refund Info)
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Useful Websites:
Richardson's Boating: https://rebrand.ly/ennqt6k
Wheelchair friendly: https://rebrand.ly/drnk2xf
Nancy Oldfield (Accessible Boating): https://rebrand.ly/ytfsdbt
Horning Swan Inn: https://rebrand.ly/acbjlku
How Hill - Hathor Wherry: https://rebrand.ly/f678d9
Wroxham - Barnes Brinkcraft: https://rebrand.ly/gwy3iz3
Barton House Railway: https://bhrw.org.uk/
St Benet's Abbey: https://rebrand.ly/e4f806
Windmills (Drainage Pumps): https://rebrand.ly/761b03
Burgh Castle: https://rebrand.ly/vdk08eg
Reedham Swing Bridge: https://rebrand.ly/rwy1trf
Wherryman's Way Walk: https://rebrand.ly/d58smol
ALL Mooring Sites (PDF document): https://rebrand.ly/wv04fuc
Breydon Water Tide Times: https://rebrand.ly/dmib6c6
Pub Food Menus:
Ferry Inn, Stokesby: https://www.theferryinnstokesby.co.uk/
Norada Bar & Grill, Potter Heigham: https://thenorada.co.uk/
Bell Inn, St Olaves: https://www.bellinn-stolaves.co.uk/
Lord Nelson, Reedham: https://thelordnelsonpub.com/
The Swan, Loddon: https://www.theloddonswan.co.uk/
The White Horse, Loddon: https://whitehorsechedgrave.co.uk/
The Kings Head, Loddon: https://www.kingsheadloddon.com/
The Angel Inn, Loddon: https://www.theangelinnloddon.co.uk/
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#NorfolkBroads #BoatingHoliday #RichardsonsBoating #UKTravel #BoatLife #Wroxham #StaycationUK
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The Ultimate Guide to Boating on the Norfolk Broads | 7-Day Itinerary & Tips
Smog On The Line
4,447 views
Planning a boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads? In this comprehensive video guide, we take you through everything you need to know—from choosing the right boat at Richardson's Marina to navigating the famous waterways of Wroxham, Potter Heigham, and Breydon Water.
Whether you are a first-time captain or a seasoned sailor, this 7-day itinerary covers the best free moorings, pub stops, and essential safety tips for handling the tides and bridges.
IN THIS VIDEO:
The Boat: A full tour of the "Supreme" vessel, including engine checks and living quarters.
The Route: A detailed journey from Stalham to Loddon, stopping at St Benet's Abbey, Stokesby, and Burgh Castle.
Navigation: Right of way rules, passing sailing yachts, and how to cross Breydon Water safely.
Practical Tips: Mooring advice, packing lists, fuel costs, and tide times.
Watch the Full 7-Day Series: Norfolk Broads Boating Adventure (4K Water...
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 Richardson's Boating Marina Stalham (Arrival & Check-in)
00:00:11 Richardson's Supreme Boat Tour (Interior & Features)
00:00:51 Exploring Richardson's Marina Facilities
00:05:58 Cruising from Stalham to Wroxham (River Ant)
00:07:40 How Hill Nature Reserve & Toad Hole Cottage
00:08:27 Navigating the River Bure to Wroxham
00:11:32 How to Drive a Norfolk Broads Cruiser (Controls & Helm)
00:13:57 Best Places to Eat in Wroxham (Roys & Takeaways)
00:14:23 Free Moorings (All moorings via PDF document link)
00:14:44 Where to Find Water Points in Wroxham
00:15:11 Boat Maintenance: Engine, Gas & Pump-out Points
00:16:44 St Benet's Abbey: History & Free Mooring Tips
00:17:12 Boating Route to Potter Heigham
00:17:55 Potter Heigham Bridge & Lathams Discount Store
00:19:59 Leaving Potter Heigham: Navigation Advice
00:22:07 Stokesby Village Guide & Riverside Mooring
00:22:47 History of Ferry Inn, Stokesby
00:24:16 Quiet Mooring at Ferry Inn
00:25:50 Approaching Breydon Water (Preparation)
00:27:56 Burgh Castle Roman Fort & Panoramic Views
00:29:30 St Olaves: The Bell Inn & Riverside Atmosphere
00:30:54 Mooring at St Olaves (Fees & Advice)
00:34:02 Reedham: Lord Nelson Pub & The Chain Ferry
00:36:33 Navigating the River Chet to Loddon
00:40:25 Exploring Loddon: Shops, Pubs & Tearooms
00:40:49 Holy Trinity Church Loddon (Historic Sightseeing)
00:41:51 Expert Boat Mooring Advice for Beginners
00:43:28 Right of Way Rules: Sailing Yachts vs Motorboats
00:46:58 Fishing on the Norfolk Broads
00:47:31 Norfolk Broads Boat Hire: Day Boats vs Weekly Cruisers
00:48:56 Accessible Boating: Boats for Disabled Passengers
00:50:17 Boat Accessibility (Supreme Boat)
00:52:02 How to Cross Breydon Water Safely (Tide Times)
00:57:15 Great Yarmouth Yacht Station (Mooring & Electricity)
00:58:49 Passing the Stracey Arms Windpump
00:59:17 Stokesby Village Shop & Provisions
01:00:15 Barton Broad: Navigation & Wildlife Watching
01:00:45 Norfolk Broads Q&A (Ask Your Questions!)
01:01:14 Boat Fishing (Areas to drop anchor)
01:01:46 Stalham & Sutton Village Overview
01:02:33 Sutton Staithe Mooring, Water & Pub Guide
01:04:28 Returning the Boat to Richardson’s (Fuel Refund Info)
Socials:
Instagram: smogontheline
Facebook: smogontheline
TikTok: smogontheline
https://www.threads.net/@smogontheline
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/smogonth...
Useful Websites:
Richardson's Boating: https://rebrand.ly/ennqt6k
Wheelchair friendly: https://rebrand.ly/drnk2xf
Nancy Oldfield (Accessible Boating): https://rebrand.ly/ytfsdbt
Horning Swan Inn: https://rebrand.ly/acbjlku
How Hill - Hathor Wherry: https://rebrand.ly/f678d9
Wroxham - Barnes Brinkcraft: https://rebrand.ly/gwy3iz3
Barton House Railway: https://bhrw.org.uk/
St Benet's Abbey: https://rebrand.ly/e4f806
Windmills (Drainage Pumps): https://rebrand.ly/761b03
Burgh Castle: https://rebrand.ly/vdk08eg
Reedham Swing Bridge: https://rebrand.ly/rwy1trf
Wherryman's Way Walk: https://rebrand.ly/d58smol
ALL Mooring Sites (PDF document): https://rebrand.ly/wv04fuc
Breydon Water Tide Times: https://rebrand.ly/dmib6c6
Pub Food Menus:
Ferry Inn, Stokesby: https://www.theferryinnstokesby.co.uk/
Norada Bar & Grill, Potter Heigham: https://thenorada.co.uk/
Bell Inn, St Olaves: https://www.bellinn-stolaves.co.uk/
Lord Nelson, Reedham: https://thelordnelsonpub.com/
The Swan, Loddon: https://www.theloddonswan.co.uk/
The White Horse, Loddon: https://whitehorsechedgrave.co.uk/
The Kings Head, Loddon: https://www.kingsheadloddon.com/
The Angel Inn, Loddon: https://www.theangelinnloddon.co.uk/
Music Used:
Music: Bensound.com/free-music-for-videos
License code: CIFKMLJMJMIJHTDT
Artist: : Marcus P.
Royalty Free Music: https://www.bensound.com
License code: XHCIQ703MBMVDZSV
Artist: : Lunar Years
#NorfolkBroads #BoatingHoliday #RichardsonsBoating #UKTravel #BoatLife #Wroxham #StaycationUK
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