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Norfolk Broads Boating Holidays

Barnes Brinkcraft is a family-run Norfolk boatyard that has been providing boating holidays on the Norfolk Broads since 1964. We are ideally located in Wroxham, the gateway to the Broads National Park, making it a great location to start your Norfolk boating holiday experience.

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We have over 80 Norfolk holiday boats to choose from, suiting all budgets and requirements, from 2 berth holiday boats to our large cruisers that accommodate 12 people. We provide training, life jackets, maps, guides, bedding and a welcome aboard pack, and many boats have WiFi. Add a paddleboard or rowing dinghy along with your main holiday boat and explore the less accessible areas of the broads, too!

Holidays start days are on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays or Saturdays.

Whatever style of hire boat you fancy, modern, traditional, practical or sporty, all of our Norfolk holiday boats are well equipped and fitted with the kit you need to have a comfortable and enjoyable boating holiday on the Norfolk Boards. For more information, please read our guide on choosing your perfect boat.

 

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Luxury Norfolk Broads Cruisers

These feature our most technically advanced luxury holiday boats; a typical example is the Brinks Rhapsody, an excellent modern design with solar panels and a quiet hybrid engine that is both diesel and electric powered. This makes it better for the environment and provides peaceful, relaxing cruising.

Mid Range Broads Holiday Cruisers

Our mid-range Norfolk holiday boats are our most popular, as they provide the perfect balance of comfort and cost. Many of these holiday boats were the leaders in their class a few years ago, but time, technology, and expectations continue to move on.

Norfolk Broads Budget Boating Holidays

These much-loved budget holiday boats have all the basics for a simple, carefree, low-cost boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads. We pride ourselves on maintaining our budget fleet of Norfolk Broad cruisers to a high standard, whatever their age.

Looking for a specfic type of boat?

Pet Friendly Boating Holidays

Pet-Friendly Boating Holidays on the Norfolk Broads   At Barnes Brinkcraft we are very used to seeing the whole family on holiday, and that doesn’t just mean the kids   Which boat should I...

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Hire Boats for Seniors

It’s never too late in life to start enjoying boating holidays, particularly on the Norfolk Broads which is lock free. We have a selection of holiday boats designed with seniors in...

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Introducing Brinks Encore Plus – New in 2020

New Boats in 2020 Introducing the Brinks Encore Plus, 2+2 Berth Boat. Designed for use on the Norfolk Broads 3 are in build for the 2020 season, and the first one will be ready for you in April. ...

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Hire Boats for First Timers

Never hired a holiday boat before? No problem, whatever competence levels you have, you will receive training and advice, providing you the confidence to make your first boating holiday one you will...

Learn more

Looking for a specfic type of boat?

Pet Friendly Boating Holidays

Pet-Friendly Boating Holidays on the Norfolk Broads   At Barnes Brinkcraft we are very used to seeing the whole family on holiday, and that doesn’t just mean the kids   Which boat should I...

Learn more

Hire Boats for Seniors

It’s never too late in life to start enjoying boating holidays, particularly on the Norfolk Broads which is lock free. We have a selection of holiday boats designed with seniors in...

Learn more

Introducing Brinks Encore Plus – New in 2020

New Boats in 2020 Introducing the Brinks Encore Plus, 2+2 Berth Boat. Designed for use on the Norfolk Broads 3 are in build for the 2020 season, and the first one will be ready for you in April. ...

Learn more

Hire Boats for First Timers

Never hired a holiday boat before? No problem, whatever competence levels you have, you will receive training and advice, providing you the confidence to make your first boating holiday one you will...

Learn more

"We spent a lovely afternoon exploring the Broads on a Barnes Brinkcraft picnic boat. Many thanks to Harry for getting us started and helping us bring the boat in on our return! Easy booking online and accurate description of facilities on board for us to use."
- Safia Pheerunggee
"Great boats, large boatyard with a wide range of vessels. Just gotten back after hiring a boat for the weekend, was not disappointed."
- Dave Coates
"Last minute decision to hire a boat to make most of a lovely day. Staff were very welcoming, friendly and accommodating. Smooth booking process, explained where we could get to in our allotted time. Would recommend. Already planning to return for a full day's hire in the future."
- Hazel Skipper
"Excellent service and good value, really enjoyed our boat trip"
- Rob Grogan
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