News & Information

Catch up with the latest news from Barnes Brinkcraft, including useful updates about day boat hire, boating holidays, our holiday accommodation and life on the Norfolk Broads.

Our blog is a handy place to find trip ideas, route guides, local places to visit and practical advice before you set off. Whether you’re planning your first Broads holiday or you’ve been boating here for years, there’s always something useful to pick up.

Barnes Brinkcraft Named as Finalist in the 2027 Suffolk & Norfolk Tourism Awards

We’re rather pleased to share some good news! Barnes Brinkcraft has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Self Catering category of the 2027 Suffolk & Norfolk Tourism Awards. Our entry...

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Early Booking Discount

Book Now & Save 5% on Your Norfolk Broads Boating Holiday Snaffle the best boat for your adventure on the Broads and enjoy a 5% early booking discount to boot! Book now to enjoy the early bird...

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What’s on in the Norfolk Broads

There’s always something happening in and around the Norfolk Broads. From outdoor theatre and family adventures to local food markets, wildlife experiences and family days out, there are plenty of...

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7 nights holiday for the price of 4, this October

Book now to enjoy 7 days for the price of 4, this October, on a Barnes Brinkcraft Holiday. Yes it’s back!! Coined one of the sunniest counties in the UK, Norfolk boasts over 100 hours of...

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Autumn Breaks on the Norfolk Broads

Autumn on the Norfolk Broads can be rather lovely. The rivers are quieter, the trees are changing colour and there is usually a riverside pub waiting whenever somebody suggests it might be time to...

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Get the Group Together for a September Boating Break

Make September the month the group chat finally becomes a holiday, with quieter rivers, waterside stops and plenty of space on...

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Last Minute August Boating Holidays – Plus Pets Go Free!

Looking for a last-minute boating holiday this August? We still have selected boats available, and dogs travel free on departures between 18 August and 1 September 2026. It’s an easy way to fit in...

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Summer Boating Holidays for Families and Groups on the Norfolk Broads

Bring the family, bring your friends, bring the dog if you like — and enjoy a proper Broads summer holiday with space to spread out. No boating experience is needed. We’ll show you how everything...

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Day Itinerary to Ranworth

Looking for an easy Norfolk Broads day out that doesn’t involve queues, screens or trying to keep everyone entertained every five minutes? This Wroxham to Ranworth route is one of the best dayboat...

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"Great time had. Lovely property close to all the local amenities, easy access into Norwich. Can't wait to return next year."
- Anonymous
"Booked a boat with Barnes Brinkcraft it was very quick and easy looking forward to our next trip"
- Stuart B
"Very helpful staff both when we booked and when we picked up the boat. We started holidaying in one of the houses which came with a day boat. This year we moved up to a boating holiday, which we loved. Just booked for next year."
- Sharon T
"Our first time on a boat on the Norfolk broads what a fantastic holiday we’ve had. We hired the Tempo 2 so easy to drive and moor up. Big thanks to Barnes Brinkcraft for taking care to make sure we could handle the boat. We’ve had a fab 7 day around the broads will be back thank you."
- Robert t
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