Broads Tours brochure

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How to find us
Wells-next-the Sea
Cromer
River Trips & Day Boat Hire
in the Broads National Park
A149
A148
Kings
Lynn
Alysham
A1065
A140
A1151
A47
WROXHAM
Norwich
A47
Great
Yarmouth
A146
A11
Lowestoft
Thetford
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Welcome to
Broads Tours...
The Broads is a truly enchanting area of
international importance with an abundance of
wildlife and stunning scenery. Allow us at Broads
Tours to share the magic with you…
For those wishing to explore the Broads at their own pace we
have a range of self-drive day boats available including our
standard diesel dayboats, luxury day cruisers and for the larger
group our large electric day boats.
If you have enjoyed your experience
of the Broads and would like to stay
for longer next time, why not join
us for a week or short break on
board a holiday cruiser, or stay
in a delightful waterside holiday
home. For more details, or to
request a brochure, visit
www.broads.co.uk or
telephone 01603 782207.
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Hoveton & Wroxham railway station is situated on the
main Greater Anglia line that runs between Norwich and
Sheringham, known as the Bittern Line.
www.abelliogreateranglia.co.uk
Wroxham is on the First Group bus route from Norwich bus
no.12, www.firstgroup.com or the Wroxham to Norwich
Konectbus 53, www.konectbus.co.uk.
However you arrive you can be sure of a warm, Broads
Tours welcome and you will leave with the knowledge that
you have experienced something truly magical!
The Bridge Wroxham NR12 8RX
www.broads.co.uk
£10
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As part of our commitment to green issues we
would like to encourage our customers to arrive
by public transport. Present your relevant bus /
train ticket (must be issued on the day of travel) and
receive a 10% discount off the price of a river trip.
We hope you enjoy your Broads visit with us and come back
again to explore even further….
Enquiries : 01603 782207
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If it’s your first time we can recommend one of our guided river
trips featuring a live commentary. You can sit back and relax
as you wind your way down the river, through the villages and
onto the stunning Broads.
...why not stay
for longer
next time?
BY CAR
We are situated in Wroxham on the A1151, 8 miles
from Norwich. Set your Sat Nav to NR12 8RX and
the lowest possible building number.
Pay and Display parking available
CBP0000761512151154
By using Carbon Balanced Paper
through the World Land Trust on this
publication we have offset 2779kg of
Carbon & preserved 234sqm of
critically threatened tropical forests.
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Discover Britain’s
Magical Waterland
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Large
Electric Boat
Standard
Day Boat
DAY BOAT HIRE
Whether you want to take to the helm of a
standard dayboat for just one hour, or whether
you want to enjoy a full day’s cruise with the
comfort of toilet and galley facilities on a luxury
day cruiser, we can provide your perfect day
out on the magical Norfolk Broads.
LOW SEASON Sat 19th March – Fri 27th May
Sat 1st October – Mon 31st October
MID SEASON Mon 6th June – Thurs 30th June
Mon 5th September – Fri 30th September
HIGH SEASON Sat 28th May – Sun 5th June
Fri 1st July – Sun 4th September
YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT
Buoyancy aids are provided free of charge.
Whilst under way remain inside the craft
seating area. Keep within speed limits. Plan
your journey and keep to your stated time.
We require at least two adults on our dayboats. At our discretion
we may allow one adult with children of 14 years or over.
VOUCHER TO SAVE £10
Save £10 off the cost of an early morning
standard day boat hire.
9am start until 11am only - Valid April – October 2016
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer
CUT-OUT AND PRESENT ON ARRIVAL
Day Cruiser
Seats 8
Seats 8
Seats 11
Standard Day Boat
Day Cruiser
Large Electric Day Boat
Our standard day boats seat up to eight people, are
simple to operate and have a canvas cabriolet style cover
to protect you from the elements. Available to hire by the
hour, part or full day on a first come, first served basis
(9am - 5pm).
Sorry we do not accept pre-bookings on
standard dayboats.
Our day cruisers seat up to eight people and are
equipped with a two ring hob, grill, refrigerator, cutlery
and crockery, sink and WC. Split sliding canopy over the
seating area allows alfresco dining on those sunny days. Available for full day hire only (10am - 5pm).
These quiet, eco-friendly craft can seat up to eleven
people. For full day hire only (9am - 5pm). Please note
seating only.
TIME LOWMID HIGH
10-5 Day
£150
£160
£170
Pre-booking is essential for large electric day
boats. Please telephone 01603 782207.
Available by the hour
TIMELOWMID HIGH
1hr £17£18 £19
2hr £34£36 £38
3hr £49£53 £56
4hr £63£68 £73
5hr £72£79 £86
6hr £83£92 £99
7hr £92£103 £112
8hr £102£114 £122
Available full days only
Available full days only
TIME LOW MIDHIGH
9-5 Day
£120
£130
£140
Pre-booking is essential for day cruisers.
Please telephone 01603 782207.
Standard Day Boat with wheelchair access
Seats 6
We have one Standard day boat that has been fitted with a wheelchair lift suitable
for a maximum lift of 160kg. We take prebookings on this boat for a minimum of 3 hours,
suggested hire times 10am – 1pm or 2pm – 5pm. To book please telephone 01603 782207.
Extra assistance is available to board this boat. Please note that the maximum
passenger number on this boat is six.
RIVER TRIPS
Enquiries : 01603 782207
www.broadstours.co.uk
Sit back, relax and enjoy the commentary,
as you discover the Norfolk Broads.
Vintage
Broadsman
Queen
of the
Broads
What better way to discover the diversity of this
enchanting landscape than to relax on one of our
river tours with entertaining live commentary. Light
refreshments, licensed bar and toilet facilities are
available on all of our trip boats.
of the
Broads
11.3011/2 hrs
14.00 2 hrs
28th May – 30th June
10.3011/2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
13.00 2 hrs
14.00 2 hrs
15.3011/2 hrs
July & August
10.3011/2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs
13.002 hrs 13.002 hrs 13.002 hrs
12.30 2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
13.00 2 hrs
15.30 11/2 hrs 15.3011/2 hrs 15.3011/2 hrs
14.002 hrs
15.0011/2 hrs
16.00
1 hr
1st October - 16th October
17th October - 31st October
TRIP
Cordon
Rouge
Manual wheelchair users welcome on all trips. Advance booking
advisable. In order for us to provide appropriate assistance
please mention when purchasing tickets if you have a wheelchair
user, or somebody requiring help to board in your party. Please
also try to arrive 30 minutes before the trip departure time.
19th March - 27th May
September
Belle
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MONDAY - THURSDAY
Duration
Duration
11.3011/2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
SATURDAY
Departs
Duration
11.3011/2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
SUNDAY
Departs
Duration
11.30 11/2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs
13.00
2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
15.30 11/2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs
14.00
2 hrs 14.002 hrs
14.00
2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs
14.0011/2 hrs
ADULT CHILD DOG TRIP ROUTE
1 hr
£8.00 £5.00 £1.00
11/2 hrs £8.50 £5.50 £1.00
2 hrs
£10.00 £6.00 £1.00
FRIDAY
Departs
11.3011/2 hrs
13.0011/2 hrs
14.00 2 hrs
15.0011/2 hrs
11.3011/2 hrs
14.00 2 hrs
Wroxham Broad
Wroxham & Salhouse Broad
Wroxham & Salhouse Broad
onto Horning Reach
CHILDREN UNDER 5 GO FREE
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14.00
11/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs 11.3011/2 hrs
11/2 hrs 14.0011/2 hrs 14.0011/2 hrs
DON’T MISS THE BOAT!
All trips depart from, and return to
5’s
Broads Tours, Wroxham.
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All trips start to board 15 minutes prior to sailing.
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All times are approximate and are subject to
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All trips are subject to a minimum passenger
number and are subject to weather conditions.
It is advisable that people requiring extra assistance to
board arrive 30 minutes before the trip departure time.
JOIN BROADS TOURS
FOR A FANTASTIC
EVENING OF MUSIC
Whether you prefer a lively Boogie Evening of dancing
or an evening of toe tapping to the jazz sounds of the
Lumiere Rouge Ragtime Jazz Band, SiMBiOSiS Jazz Band
or the Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band you are guaranteed a
fun evening with Broads Tours. Enjoy a drink and watch
the sun set as you listen and dance to music.
BOOGIE EVENINGS
Wednesday Evenings: 29th June, 6th, 13th, 20th,
27th July, 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th 31st August
SiMBiOSiS JAZZ BAND
Thursday evenings: 30th June, 14th July,
4th & 25th August
LUMIERE ROUGE JAZZ BAND
Thursday evenings: 7th, 28th July and 11th August
NORFOLK DIXIELAND JAZZ BAND
Thursday evenings: 21st July and 18th August
PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL FOR ALL MUSIC CRUISES
All evening trips depart and return to Broads Tours,
The Bridge, Wroxham. Board at 7:15pm, depart at
7:30pm and return to Wroxham at 10pm.
RIVER TRIPS : MUSIC CRUISES : EDUCATIONAL DISCOVERY CRUISES : SANTA CRUISES : DAY BOAT HIRE : HOLIDAY CRUISERS : HOLIDAY HOMES
FEBRUARY & OCTOBER HALF-TERMS
CHILDREN GO FREE!
Sun 14th February – Sat 20th February
Sat 22nd October – Sun 30th October
Trips depart at 11:30 & 14:00 for 1½ hours
Adults £8.50 Children FREE
(max two children per fare paying adult)
MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL
BOAT TRIP
Sunday 6th March
Treat mum to a trip this Mother’s Day and
we will give her a lovely glass of wine.
Trips Depart at 11:30 & 14:00 for 1½ hours
Adults £8.50, Children £5.50,
Children under 5 go free
Trips depart at 11.00,13.00 and 15.00
Enjoy an hour of Festive Family Fun on
board the Vintage Broadsman. Santa’s
Pixies will serve mulled wine and mince
pies to the adults and a soft drink and
festive cookie to all of the children.
Children can take part in a Christmas
quiz, sing Christmas songs and enter our
colouring and drawing competitions.
The excitement really starts to
build as Santa lands on the top
deck of the boat with his sack
full of quality presents for all
children aged 1 – 15 years.
Presents are available for under one
year olds at just £5.00.
Under 1’s go FREE
EASTER SPECIAL TRIPS
Booking essential, please telephone
01603 782207
Good Friday 25th March –
Easter Monday 28th March
Easter Family Fun with an onboard nature
quiz and colouring / drawing competition.
All children will receive an Easter Egg.
Trips depart at 11:30 & 14:00 for 1½ hours.
Adults £8.50, Children £5.50
Children under 5 go FREE
(Easter trips run alongside our regular trip timetable)
FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL
DAYBOAT HIRE - ENJOY THREE
HOURS FOR THE PRICE OF TWO!
Sunday 19th June
Let Dad be the Captain of his own
vessel this Father’s Day. Enjoy
three hours on a standard day boat
for the price of two.
Dayboats available 9am – 5:30pm
Only valid with a Dad and children on board.
Max 8 people per boat
Sat 3rd, Sun 4th, Sat 10th, Sun 11th, Sat 17th,
Sun 18th, Mon 19th – Sat 24th inclusive
SAVE
£17
Combine a nostalgic steam journey on the Bure Valley
Railway with a stunning Broads Tours Boat trip.
Travel by narrow gage steam train from the Bure Valley Railway
station in Aylsham to Wroxham, walk to our boatyard where you
will board one of our double decker passenger boats and enjoy
a delightful trip with full commentary.
After your trip you may spend
some time in Wroxham before
returning to the Wroxham
Bure Valley Railway station
to board your train for
the return journey
to Aylsham.
All boat train tickets are
sold by the Bure Valley
Railway, please call
01263 733858 or
visit the BVR website
www.bvrw.co.uk
Are you looking for a unique venue for
your special occasion, birthday, wedding
celebration or corporate function?
If so why not charter one of our popular
double decker passenger boats. We can cater
for parties of up to 120.
We take great pride in providing a truly memorable
occasion for you and your guests, and are very
happy to discuss your specific party requirements.
For further details contact us on 01603 782207
or visit www.broadstours.co.uk
Coach parties and groups are very welcome on all of our
time-tabled river trips. We offer very
generous discounts for groups of
15 or more people, and have
a free coach park adjacent
to the boarding points.
Trips can be specially
arranged for groups from
November – March, minimum
of 25 passengers required.
Booking is essential for
all groups,telephone
Suitable for up to
120 guests
Suitable for up to
70 guests
01603 782207
Broads Tours provide Educational Discovery
Trips for schools and groups.
Discovery trips can be tailored to meet the needs of your
group and can cover a variety of Broadland topics including
tourism, conservation, history and development of the
Broads, and local the wildlife. Suitable for groups of
20-60 people.
For more information telephone
01603 782207
Suitable for up to
60 guests