Norfolk Broads Guide

John Wilson

admin — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 11:12:23 +0000

Born in 1943 and voted ‘The Greatest Angler of all Time’ by Angling Times readers, John Wilson is a Norfolk angler who was made famous through his television angling programmes, especially ‘Go Fishing’.

John Wilson has his own tackle shop in Norwich and alongside the many DVD’s and TV’s programmes he has behind him he has also written some excellent books, one of these relevent to Norfolk Broad fishing is Norfolk Broads guide to fishing and further fishing books by John Wilson can be found below.

Ferry Marina, Horning, Norfolk Broads

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For those of you looking to visit the Norfolk Broads and sample the delights of a riverside location, Ferry Marina is the lodge holiday especially for you. Located in Horning, one of the Norfolk Broads “postcard” villages, complete with Marina leisure centre and a mass of opportunities to get out on the water via the many day boats that are for hire along this stretch of the picturesque River Bure.

No need to worry if you would also like to spend some time at the beach, Great Yarmouth and the other popular Norfolk beaches such as Hemsby and Winterton are less than a 30 minute drive away.

The Ferry Inn public house can be found right next door, offering a fantastic family setting with meals and a games room especially for the children.

Looking to get some fishing in while on holiday? Well fear not, as a guest to Ferry Marina you have exclusive fishing rights straight outside your accomodation, don’t forget the Norfolk Broads is still subject to the fishing season.

If your looking for day trips out you could do no better than to visit The Bure Valley railway, Wroxham Barns craft centre and Hoveton Hall gardens to name nut a few. These attractions are all easily reachable by car. How Hill conservation centre is also very close or you could spend a day out on the beautiful Norfolk Broads by boat, the choice is yours.

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Cherry Tree, Burgh Castle - Great Yarmouth

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Just a few minutes drive from the popular seaside resort of Great Yarmouth lies Cherry Tree Park in the rural setting of Burgh Castle, ideally situated to allow you to discover all the Norfolk Broads and the beautiful coastline have to offer.

Don’t worry about the fickle British weather either, Cherry Tree Park has lots to offer, whether it’s taking in a bit of culture, investigating the resorts proud maritime heritage, exploring the many ancient buildings or enjoying the many shops and cafes. It’s easy to see why Cherry Tree Park has remained a firm family favourite for generations and generations.

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Indoor & outdoor heated swimming pools
Amusements
Pool view bar & Costa coffee

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Posh Boats

admin — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 20:49:10 +0000

Fancy a Norfolk Broads boating holiday but looking for something a little bit more special than your run of the mill hire boat? Well your in luck, Posh Boats operate a Sealine S38, offering 7 berth accommodation in two cabins and a convertible saloon. The boats equipment is also much higher than usual with LCD TV’s in each cabin complete with freeview, DVD & CD players, central heating and even a complimentary bottle of champagne.

As a guide prices vary from £600 for three nights in the low season to £2800 for one week in the high season, please check their website or contact Posh Boats for up to date prices or further information.

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Yankee Traveller - American dining in Great Yarmouth

admin — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 21:02:59 +0000

If your looking for an American Diner restaurant you can’t go far wrong with the Yankee Traveller. Established in 1976 the Yankee Traveller has built up a very solid reputation with locals and holiday makers alike. Capable of 80 covers with a bar area for pre or post meal drinks the Yankee Traveller is an ideal family restaurant.

Serving traditional American Food you can expect ribs, burgers, steaks and chicken as well as fish and vegetarian dishes. The chicken wings come very highly recommended by Norfolk Broads Guide.

For directions and contact details please visit the Yankee Traveller’s website

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Vauxhall Holiday Park - Great Yarmouth - Norfolk Broads

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Vauxhall Holiday Park is a top destination for holidays in the Great Yarmouth area of the Norfolk Broads, with everything you will ever need for that special seaside family holiday.

The exceptional tropical Waterworld provides hours of water borne fun for everybody and the facilities that they have to offer ensures that every member of the family will be happy. Their is a club for the under 5s to enjoy while older children will be delighted with Louie’s Aquatic Adventure soft play area and the Arty Kidz club and don’t worry, teenagers haven’t been forgotten with the chance to meet new friends in their own programme of T-Zone activities.

For tasty meals and snacks the Reedcutter’s Restaurant and coffee shop is on hand through out the day. Once the day is over and the night draws in the Regency Room is where it is all happening with a glitzy cabaret, glittering shows, dancing and competitions for the whole family. Over 18s can relax and take in the nightly floor shows at the Starlight Club.

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Hemsby Beach Holiday Village

admin — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:41:43 +0000

If your looking for a holiday in the Norfolk Broads you can’t go wrong with Hemsby as a location. Hemsby Beach Holiday Village is packed with fun things to do for the whole family.

Hemsby’s famous golden beach is only 300 yards away with its safe bathing and vast sand dunes making it a perfect setting for your ideal seaside holiday. With plenty of room in grounds of the park and the vast size of Hemsby’s beach means that you will never feel crowded, ideal for letting your children run of their steam.

An excellent range of facilities and shops of all types can be found nearby alongside cafes, amusements, fun fairs and an excellent array of souvenir shops.

With a regular bus service into nearby Great Yarmouth and other areas of interest within the Norfolk Broads, Hemsby Beach Holiday Village makes an ideal location for that summer family holiday by the beach.

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Holiday parks in the Norfolk Broads

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If your looking for a caravan park or lodge holiday in the Norfolk Broads then you are in luck. NorfolkBroadsGuide.co.uk has one of the most comprehensive listings of all Norfolk Broads holiday parks currently available.

Our Caravan park and holiday lodge listings enable you to research the holiday best suited to you and your family and enable you to make an informed choice before easily booking through one of our top partners such as Hoseasons and Park Resorts.

The Norfolk Broads is an ideal place for a family holiday with beaches, rivers, broads, theme parks and much more all within easy reach of wherever you choose to stay.

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Richardsons Boating Holidays

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Richardson’s Boating Holidays have a great selection of boats to accommodate all group sizes and to fit all budgets. Operating approximately 300 boats on the Norfolk Broads they can cater for everybody’s needs. If this will be your first boating holiday or you are already a boating veteran, Richardson’s Boating Holidays come highly recommended.

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California Cliffs in Great Yarmouth

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If your looking for a fun filled or relaxing park holiday, you’re sure to find it all at California Cliffs! Why not enjoy the bright lights and seaside resort of nearby Great Yarmouth, relax in the peaceful surroundings of the park, visit the various nearby waterside villages and pubs of the Norfolk Broads, or simply enjoy everything that the park has to offer.

California Cliffs is just a short walk from an excellent sandy beach that stretches for miles along the Norfolk coast. The park sports an indoor pool with a conservatory style roof with access to a heated outdoor splash pool along with a twisting water slide. With something to suit everyone, the whole family will love the sports programmes on offer, crazy golf, adventure playground and children’s clubs – to mention but a few!
Once the sun goes down why not relax and enjoy a meal in The Waterside bar before enjoying the dazzling entertainment provided for all the family in the Clifftop Showbar.

Historic Norwich, boat trips, nature reserves and theme parks are among many attractions close at hand.

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