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Explore the Broads 9


Easier access


Grid references (for example C2) refer to the map on page 4.


Easy access paths and boardwalks These are often the best way to explore the marshy areas of the Broads and many are on nature reserves. They are suitable for wheelchair users and people with pushchairs. • Barton Broad C2 (see page 18), Cockshoot Broad C3 (access by boat only), Hickling Broad D2 and Ranworth Broad C3 01603 625540 norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk • Beccles Marsh Trails D7, Burgh Castle E5, Chedgrave C5, Filby Broad E3, Horsey Mere E2, Horstead Mill A2, Hoveton Riverside Park B2, Rockland St Mary B5 and Whitlingham Country Park A4 • Carlton Marshes E7 (see page 32) • Salhouse Broad B3 07795 145475 or 01603 722775 salhousebroad.org.uk • Wheatfen, Surlingham B5 (short boardwalk to bird hide) Ted Ellis Trust 01508 538036 wheatfen.org


Boat trips, boat hire and other boating activities Please check with operators for types of wheelchair they can accommodate. • Beccles – River Waveney – Waveney Stardust D7 Two single-deck cruisers with hydraulic lifts, designed for wheelchair users and people with other disabilities, for groups of up to 12 passengers, up to six in wheelchairs. Skipper and crew included. Galley and accessible toilet. Other starting points: Norwich and Stalham. Book in advance. 07817 920502 waveneystardust.co.uk • Horning – River Bure – King Line Cottages C3 Two self-drive electric day boats, each with electric lift for wheelchairs, steering wheel controls, toilet,


Boating and boardwalks – there’s something for everyone


all-weather cover. Seat nine people including two wheelchair users. 01692 630297 kinglinecottages.uk • Horning – River Bure – Southern Comfort C3 Takes up to six wheelchair users on its scheduled trips or 20 for private parties. Please book. 01692 630262 southern-comfort.co.uk • Horsey – Upper Thurne – Ross’ Wildlife Boat Trips E2 Daily trips from Horsey Staithe in a classic boat on the nature reserve. Good access for those with limited mobility and room for one wheelchair user. Small group size allows commentary to be tailored to individual needs; popular with visually impaired visitors. Book the day before by emailing ross@wildlife-boat-trips.co.uk, or text or leave a message on 07791 526440. On the day, text before 9.30am or book at departure point. • Hoveton – River Bure – Ra B2 (see page 6) • Neatishead – River Ant – Nancy Oldfi eld Trust C2 Activities for disabled and disadvantaged people: motor cruises with wheelchair lifts and kitchen and toilet facilities, sailing, canoeing, birdwatching and fi shing; day activities, holidays and courses;


Barton Broad


self-catering residential bungalow for up to 10 people. Cruises also start from Ludham Bridge, exploring the rivers Ant, Bure and Thurne. 01692 630572 nancyoldfi eld.org.uk • Oulton Broad – River Waveney – Waveney River Tours F7 Some wheelchair spaces available when sailing from Oulton Broad. Book in advance. 01502 574903 waveneyrivertours.com • Oulton Broad – River Waveney – Waveney Sailability E7 Club for people with disabilities, off ering the opportunity to sail in specially adapted dinghies. 01502 566533 waveneysailability.co.uk • South Walsham – River Bure – Primula C3 Wheelchair-accessible boat trip (additional charge) when you visit Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden. Book in advance. 01603 270449 fairhavengarden.co.uk • Stalham – River Ant – Marsh Harrier C1 Boat trip on an electric replica Edwardian launch, with access for wheelchair users, based at the Museum of the Broads. Booking essential. 01692 581681 museumofthebroads.org.uk • Wroxham – River Bure – Broads Tours B3 Trips on four double-decker passenger boats. Trips accommodate up to three wheelchair users (manual chairs only). Larger groups of wheelchair users by prior arrangement only. Two boats have accessible toilets on board and there is an accessible toilet at boarding points. Pre-booking for wheelchair users recommended. Also day boat with a wheelchair lift – maximum lift 300kg. Minimum suggested hire time three hours, suggested times 10am-1pm or 2-5pm, for maximum fi ve people. Booking essential, extra assistance available. 01603 782207 broadstours.co.uk


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