pets welcome
pets welcome
life jackets supplied
life jackets supplied
tuition provided
tuition provided
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Availability and Booking

Available to book for a day or 1/2 day with start times at 8.30 am 9.30 am, 12.30 pm, and 1.30pm. Latest return 5.30 pm

Start Hour

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21st May 2026 - 4 hours

4 hours
£
Please tick the box to acknowledge that you agree to our terms and conditions and are aware that all high risks parties will be required to pay a refundable security deposit of £200 on arrival.
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Picnic

⭐ Best for families
Best for: Families, longer days, comfort

  • Seats up to 7 β€” comfortable for family groups
  • Onboard toilet β€” makes a big difference on longer trips
  • Covered seating β€” shelter from sun or showers
  • Picnic ready β€” space for food, bags, and everything else

  • Comfortable cushioned seating for 7 persons (including babies and toddlers).
  • Hob, Grill and Sink.
  • Toilet & running water (not potable).
  • Kettle provided. (Please bring your own crockery and cutlery)
  • Foldaway canopy.
  • Map provided.
  • Life jackets for all ages.
  • Fuel included.
  • Free parking (subject to availability)
  • Open Easter to end October.
  • No experience needed

Availability and Booking

Start Hour

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21st May 2026 - 4 hours

4 hours
£
Please tick the box to acknowledge that you agree to our terms and conditions and are aware that all high risks parties will be required to pay a refundable security deposit of £200 on arrival.

Features

  • Life Jacket
  • Tea Making Onboard
  • Kettle
  • Toilet
  • Fridge
  • Silent Run Electric Engine
Features
  • Life Jacket
  • Tea Making Onboard
  • Kettle and Crockery
  • Toilet
  • Fridge
  • Silent Run Electric Engine

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, you can bring a max of 2 dogs with you It’s worth remembering some dogs love being on a boat, but not all. We recommend bringing a dog bed with you. We would recommend the Brinklets for dogs as these are the easiest for them to get on and off.

Yes, we do, via the Broadcaster magazine provided with each hire.

Please see our suggested itinerary here.

There is a speed limit between 3 and 5 mph in this part of the Broads National Park. This is designed to protect the wildlife on the banks from wash caused by boats.

"It was very easy,the young lady was most helpful and explained everything clearly. I have known this company for many years but lost touch during covid."
- Anonymous
"We hired Quartet 1 for the week (2 adults and 1 dog) and we had a lovely time. It was our third time on the broads but first time with Barnes Brinkcraft and we found both the location and boat options better with Barnes than we'd found previously. Out first night we stayed at the boatyard as we live in North Cheshire so over 4 hrs to get to Norfolk and the next day we knew where to head and stayed overnight at all our favourites, Horning, Ranworth, Potter Heigham and Womack Staithe, despite rain & some hail it was sunny every day and we take home some lovely photos and memories. We're thinking of a return next year, hiring a cottage with Barnes, which comes with a day boat as we'll be outside of school holidays, and we'll be able to go under some of the lower bridges and explore places that we haven't been to before! Unused fuel was refunded very quickly and efficiently."
- Amanda B
"Easy to book very helpful lad on arrival would highly recommend recommend πŸ‘πŸ˜€"
- Dave c
"Always there to help.. Great company and very professional and helpful...thank you had a great day πŸ˜€"
- NADINE V
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