On the water
If you looking for ultimate freedom then why not try a boating holiday in Norfolk? You can spend leisurely days cruising the Norfolk Broads in your very own motor launch - exploring the waterways and enjoying self-catering accommodation with a difference.
The Broads has been a popular destination for boating holidays since the Victorians 'discovered' it in the late 19th century.
Today's boats are very easy to handle with motor cruisers and yachts from 2-12 berth available to hire for short breaks and longer periods.
With over 125 miles (200 km) of lock-free waters to explore, as well as the stunning coastline, you won't get bored on a boating holiday in Norfolk.
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Here are some important rules to follow to make sure you have a safe and happy time on your boating holiday in Norfolk:
Do please wear buoyancy jackets and keep a special eye on children.
Don't jump off a moving boat and don't sit on the front deck of a day boat.
Don't try to stop your boat by pushing with your hand or foot.
Don't approach anyone in the water stern (back) first - that's where the propeller is.
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Here are a few useful tips to make your boating holiday flow smoothly;
Your holiday cruiser is bigger (up to 48 ft), heavier (around 10 tons), and worth more (maybe £50,000) than most cars, so do take care with it.
Your boat has no brakes - to stop it, you put it into reverse - and it takes much longer to stop so you must think ahead.
The river is always moving, and your boat will be affected by the winds and tides steering straight may not keep you on a straight path.
Steering a boat is different, because the rudder is at the back, so it's that end (the stern) that moves. You'll be facing the front (the bow), but always think about the back end or you may find your stern swinging into other boats or the bank.
Manoeuvring your boat should be done at slow speeds - a quick burst of power with the helm hard over will kick the stern around, but slow the engine quickly afterwards.
Most boats turn better in one direction than the other. When viewed from behind, most boats' propellers turn clockwise - these will turn better to the left (port) than to the right.
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Useful Links
Be safe
Find more information here about making sure your boating holiday is disaster free
Boat Safety Scheme
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