River Waveney at Beccles
Beccles
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Beccles
Beccles is a charming market town on the River Waveney in the Broads National Park in Suffolk, England. It is on the East Suffolk branch line between Ipswich and Lowestoft, and 18 miles south-east of Norwich.
The historic town centre is full of independent shops, pubs and places to eat and a weekly market for local produce.
Beccles is a great place to hire a Broads cruiser or day boat, canoe or kayak. Cruising through the town on the water is a delight. Or spend time in the lido or take a ferry trip to Geldeston.
Stories & Inspiration from Beccles
Why East Anglia is a 'must see' Lonely Planet…
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
It’s no surprise to us that Lonely Planet chose East Anglia, made up of Suffolk and Norfolk, as one… It’s no surprise to us that Lonely Planet chose East Anglia, made up of Suffolk and Norfolk,…
Why East Anglia is a 'must see' Lonely Planet location
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
It’s no surprise to us that Lonely Planet chose East Anglia, made up of Suffolk and Norfolk, as one…
Top Attractions in Beccles
Hippersons Boatyard
All Experiences available Tuesday to Saturday - Explore by dayboat or our unique Pedal boat for 2. All Experiences available Tuesday to Saturday - Explore by dayboat or our unique Pedal boat…
Hippersons Boatyard
All Experiences available Tuesday to Saturday - Explore by dayboat or our unique Pedal boat for 2.
Three Rivers Pitch and Paddle
Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals. Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals.
Featured Events in Beccles
Date: 22nd Aug - 22nd Aug 2026
Join us for our Waveney River Centre Open Day on 22 August, with family fun, food and entertainment. Join us for our Waveney River Centre Open Day on 22 August, with family fun, food and…
Featured Businesses in Beccles
Hippersons Boatyard: Houseboats & Luxury pods
Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4 Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4
Hippersons Boatyard: Houseboats & Luxury pods
Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4
Wheatacre Hall Barns
5* Gold luxury converted barns on a working arable and dairy farm. Perfect for a relaxing break or… 5* Gold luxury converted barns on a working arable and dairy farm. Perfect for a relaxing…
Wheatacre Hall Barns
5* Gold luxury converted barns on a working arable and dairy farm. Perfect for a relaxing break or…
Three Rivers Pitch and Paddle
Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals. Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals.
Waveney River Centre
Welcome to Norfolk's ideal Broads holiday destination. Our park is set in the beautiful… Welcome to Norfolk's ideal Broads holiday destination. Our park is set in the beautiful…
Waveney River Centre
Welcome to Norfolk's ideal Broads holiday destination. Our park is set in the beautiful…
Featured Itineraries in Beccles
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city, then the Suffolk Coast is the perfect… If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city, then the Suffolk Coast is the…
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Three Rivers Pitch and Paddle
Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals. Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals.
Hippersons Boatyard: Houseboats & Luxury pods
Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4 Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4
Hippersons Boatyard: Houseboats & Luxury pods
Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4
Dawn Chorus Holidays
Suffolk glamping holiday in the Barsham Countryside, you can stay in one of our safari tents or… Suffolk glamping holiday in the Barsham Countryside, you can stay in one of our safari tents…
Dawn Chorus Holidays
Suffolk glamping holiday in the Barsham Countryside, you can stay in one of our safari tents or…
Farthing Green Holiday Apartments - Skylight…
Farthing Green House is a large listed building in Loddon, a Norfolk village with easy access to… Farthing Green House is a large listed building in Loddon, a Norfolk village with easy access…
Farthing Green Holiday Apartments - Skylight Apartment
Farthing Green House is a large listed building in Loddon, a Norfolk village with easy access to…
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