September 2024 Newsletter
Five reasons why an Autumn break on the Broads
could be just what you need right now!

Quieter Waters: October is outside the peak tourist season, meaning the waterways are much less crowded. This makes for a more peaceful and relaxing boating experience, allowing you to enjoy the natural beauty of the Broads without the hustle and bustle of summer crowds.

Beautiful Scenery: The Norfolk Broads are stunning in autumn. The changing colors of the trees create a picturesque landscape, with rich hues of orange, red, and yellow reflecting off the water. It's an ideal time for photography and nature watching.

Mild Weather: While the weather can be cooler, October often brings crisp, clear days. The cooler temperatures can be more comfortable for boating than the heat of summer. Plus, the chance of misty mornings adds a magical touch to the scenery.

Wildlife Spotting: Autumn is a great time to see wildlife on the Broads. Migratory birds are passing through, and you might spot deer, otters, and other wildlife that are more active during the quieter months.

Better Availability and Prices: As October is off-peak, you are likely to find more availability for boats, and prices are usually lower than in the summer months. This can give you more options to choose from and make the trip more affordable. Here are a few examples from the first two weeks of October.

Click the boat images for more information

Melody 4 berths
From Stalham
4 nights starting
8th October
£330

Topaz Gem 6 berths
From Stalham
4 nights starting
7th October
£447

Windsor Bridge 5 berths
From Acle
4 nights starting
8th October
£460

Swan Regal 6 berths
From Stalham
4 nights starting
8th October
£728

Brinks Concerto 6 berths
From Wroxham
7 nights starting
5th October
£1027

Commander 8 berths
From Stalham
7 nights starting
5th October
£1519

Concerto 4 berths
From Stalham
4 nights starting
14th October
£314

London Bridge 6 berths
From Acle
4 nights starting
15th October
£704

Bolero 6 berths
From Stalham
4 nights starting
15th October
£728

Sunlit Horizon 4 berths
From Stalham
7 nights starting
12th October
£629

Merrymore 8 berths
From Wroxham
7 nights starting
12th October
£779

Fair Empress 9 berths
From Wroxham
7 nights starting
12th October
£1654 incl fuel, parking
& damage waiver

Prices shown are the accommodation charges taken from the Hoseasons reservation system, and do not include damage waiver, fuel deposit or personal insurance. Prices are correct at the time of writing but remain subject to change. Full terms and conditions available on the Hoseasons website .

Holiday Availability

You can now check availability for any date across the boating season (usually between mid February and the end of October) for this year and 2025.

We have craft suitable for party sizes from 2 to groups of 12 people, in all sorts of shapes and sizes, at prices to suit most pockets.

Click the blue enquiry form to see what's still available to book.

Norfolk Broads Towns and Villages - Norwich

The sugar factory which dominates Cantley, can be seen from miles around. Despite its industrial look, Cantley is not plagued by foul smells or besieged by noisy lorries from dusk till dawn. The factory is one of four in the UK built to process the sugar beet which is harvested in the winter months. At this time the factory can be seen illuminated against the night sky with plumes of smoke emanating from its chimneys. The rest of the year is given over to maintenance of the plant.

Things to do: Cantley railway station is just a hundred yards from the Reedcutters Inn which makes it a good stopping-off point to take the train into Norwich or down to Great Yarmouth. As both these destinations charge fees for overnight moorings the train can be a convenient and fast alternative to the trek up or down river. A walk around the Cantley area has been put together by the Wherry Line which takes in the sugar factory, the ruins of St Edmunds church, and Cantley Marshes where you can come across wildfowl, waders, and raptors. The walk is 4.7 miles in distance and directions can be downloaded HERE. Look for the "Cantley 4.7 mile walk" link.
Eating and Drinking: The Reedcutters can be seen on the left riverside as you approach the village of Cantley if coming from further upstream. Coming from the Yarmouth side you will encounter the Inn once you have passed by the sugar factory. There are ample moorings either outside the Reedcutters or on the adjacent Broads Authority moorings. Both are without charge. The Reedcutters offers a varied menu of home-cooked food, served either in the bar area or in the adjoining restaurant.

For more information and locations consult our Cantley map

David Hearn

Owner and Proprietor

Tet: 01132 550515
Website: norfolkbroadsboathire.biz

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