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Festival of the Broads
12th – 21st September
A week-long celebration of the special qualities
of the Broads National Park. With a number of special events
happening around the Broads, including the Clippesby Treasure
Hunt, adventure cycle ride, special Broads Ale & Cider tasting and
showcase for local craft and food producers, there promises to be
something for everyone.
What’s
On
Local Producers & Craft Fair
with Broads real ale and cider tasting
Loads of local produce and crafts to enjoy together with the
opportunity to taste a variety of Broads produced real ales and
ciders. Come and meet local potters, artists, food producers and
more.
When: 10am to 4pm Saturday 13th September
Cost: Free entry
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com
Broads Treasure Trail
Follow the clues on a route around the Broads, taking in the best
the Broads National Park has to offer, crammed into a single day
of exploring. Suitable for both bikes and cars, and with plenty of
potential for refreshments along the way. Prizes for the winners.
When: All day Saturday 20th September
Cost: Free entry
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com
Broads ‘Bagging’ Cycle
Adventure
Norfolk’s alternative to Munro bagging in Scotland (climbing
mountains over 3,000 ft), an adventurous cycle ride with our
experienced guide. How many Broads can you ‘bag’ in a day? We will
aim to discover as many Broads as possible, some large and well
known, others small and hard to find. No unaccompanied under 16s.
Bring your own picnic lunch
When: 10am to 5pm Saturday 20th September
Cost: Free
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com
Broads Green Boat Show
A fun day out at Salhouse Broad finding out about sustainable
boating in the Broads. With displays, activities and boating
demonstrations to enjoy. Refreshments and car parking available
but there will also be a free electrically powered ferry service
running from Wroxham to Salhouse Broad every 45 minutes.
When: 11am to 4pm Sunday 21st September
Cost: £3.00 per person
For more information: Log on to
www.broadsgreenboatshow.co.uk
Canoe Safari
Take yourself off for the day in a Canadian canoe, exploring the
peaceful River Ant as it becomes the North Walsham & Dilham Canal,
and with no powered craft allowed on this part of the Broads
National Park, you can experience the special qualities of the
area at your own pace.
When: Whole day or half day slots anytime
during the Festival
Cost: £30 per day; £20 per half day
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com
Water Trail Adventure
A Norfolk Wildlife Trust event at Hickling Broad. In our opinion,
the best guided boat trip available on the Broads. Two and a half
hours of peace and tranquillity on the largest Broad in the
National Park as you explore the Broad itself, its islands and
quiet backwaters in the company of an experienced guide. Famous
for its bird life, you will get the opportunity to visit several
bird hides inaccessible to the general public, and also to climb
the tree tower for an unrivalled view of the Broad and the
surrounding area.
When: 10.30am & 2.30pm Saturday 13th and
Sunday 14th September
Cost: £7.50 for adults; £4.50 for children under age 16
To book: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493 367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com
Picnic Cycle Ride
Take your picnics and wind your way from Clippesby through quiet
country lanes to one of the most peaceful and scenic locations in
the Broads at How Hill. Picnic on the grass looking down over the
river, take a trip on the Electric Eel boat around the hidden
dykes on the reserve, or walk the nature trail to the bird hide on
Crome’s Broad to try and spot kingfishers. Full route maps and
guidance available.
When: Anytime during the Festival
Cost: £15 for a family of 4 for the boat trip; normal charges for
bike hire if required
To book boat trip or bike hire: Contact Clippesby Hall on 01493
367800 or email
holidays@clippesby.com
Useful Norfolk Broads Contacts
Below you will find suggestions for accommodation, activities, attractions,
food & drink and shopping. All useful
contacts while visiting the Norfolk Broads.
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Sutton Staithe Hotel
Sutton Staithe Hotel is located yards from the River Ant in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. The Hotel boasts thirteen fully en-suite letting rooms all with internet access and Satellite television. Special offers can be found on our website.
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Halvergate Marshes Circular Walk
Halvergate is 2 miles south of the A47 between Acle and Great Yarmouth. The whole of the 5 mile walk has panoramic views of the countryside. The route is mainly around the Halvergate marshes that have a bounty of wildlife (5 miles, about 2½ hours walking)
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Elizabethan House Museum
Museum of domestic life in a 16th-century house. Hands-on activities throughout the house. Childrens playroom filled with toys from the past. Conspiracy room, where the trial and execution of Charles I was plotted. Events during school holidays.
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White Horse Inn
Traditional Norfolk pub, serving several real ales and tasty home made food
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Sutton Pottery
Small studio workshop in rural East Norfolk, established by Malcolm Flatman in 1977 in the Broadland village of Sutton, near Stalham. He uses the Potters Wheel and the fire of a gas kiln to create a large range of reduction stoneware entirely by hand.
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