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The Broads

The Broads is a distinctive East Anglian landscape of slow-moving rivers, open water and reed-fringed margins, shaped by nature and a long relationship with water. It’s a place that suits unhurried exploration: hire a day boat, join a guided trip or take to a kayak or paddleboard for quieter channels and close-up views. On land, gentle routes make walking and cycling feel easy, with viewpoints, boardwalks and nature reserves that reward patience. Wildlife is part of the experience, from birds in the reedbeds to the small, surprising moments that arrive when you slow down. Whether you’re planning a family day out or a calmer break, the Broads offers fresh air, open horizons and space to drift.

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Top Attractions in The Broads

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Accommodation

Hippersons Boatyard

All Experiences available Tuesday to Saturday - Explore by dayboat or our unique Pedal boat for 2.

001 hippersons attraction
Accommodation

Hippersons Boatyard

All Experiences available Tuesday to Saturday - Explore by dayboat or our unique Pedal boat for 2.

002 bure valley railway

Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and the…

002 bure valley railway
Attractions

Bure Valley Railway

Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and the…

001 three rivers pitch and paddle

Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals

001 three rivers pitch and paddle
Attractions

Three Rivers Pitch and Paddle

Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals

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Attractions

Banham Zoo

Norfolk's best Zoo!

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Attractions

Banham Zoo

Norfolk's best Zoo!

Featured Events In The The Broads

Winter boat trip
Nature & Wildlife

Winter boat trip

Date: 3rd Jul 2026 - 4th Mar 2026

Discover Hickling's amazing winter wildlife on a boat trip into the heart of the reserve

Winter boat trip
Nature & Wildlife

Winter boat trip

Date: 3rd Jul 2026 - 4th Mar 2026

Makers Market
Fairs + Markets

Makers Market

Date: 4th May 2026 - 4th Mar 2026

Swing by Wroxham Barns and explore over 30 stalls packed with handmade goodies from Norfolk’s best…

Makers Market
Fairs + Markets

Makers Market

Date: 4th May 2026 - 4th Mar 2026

Featured Businesses In The The Broads

001 spixworth hall cottages

These delightful unique cottages and award winning conversions are full of character and are ideal…

001 spixworth hall cottages
Accommodation

Spixworth Hall Cottages

These delightful unique cottages and award winning conversions are full of character and are ideal…

001 waxham sands holiday park

Holiday Homes and Lodges for both Ownership properties and Holidays accommodation

001 waxham sands holiday park
Accommodation

Waxham Sands Holiday Park

Holiday Homes and Lodges for both Ownership properties and Holidays accommodation

001 the ironmongers aylsham
Accommodation

The Ironmongers

Luxury grade 2 listed boutique accomodation

001 the ironmongers aylsham
Accommodation

The Ironmongers

Luxury grade 2 listed boutique accomodation

001 three rivers pitch and paddle

Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals

001 three rivers pitch and paddle
Attractions

Three Rivers Pitch and Paddle

Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals

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