22/02/2025

The Customer Experience – Real People, Real Adventures – Norfolk Broads Style!

22 February 2025

Don’t just take our word for it—hear what our wonderful customers have to say about their time on the beautiful Norfolk Broads!

 

From peaceful cruises and unexpected wildlife encounters to picnic mishaps and sunset magic, these are the real stories from people who’ve been there, done that, and (hopefully) remembered to bring the suncream.

Whether you’re dreaming of your first visit or reminiscing about your last, these experiences are packed with inspiration, laughter, and a healthy dose of Broads charm. Dive in and see what all the fuss is about!

Find your holiday on the Norfolk Broads

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Hire boat holidays available March–October

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Explore the Norfolk Broads in Style with Barnes Brinkcraft Holiday Boat

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing escape or an exciting journey through the stunning Norfolk Broads, our fleet has the perfect boat for you....

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Escape to the Norfolk Broads: Stunning waterside self-catering cottages

Enjoy a true home-from-home experience, complete with breathtaking views and the freedom of your very own free day boat (outside school holidays)....

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Discover the Norfolk Broads with Barnes Brinkcraft Day Boats!

Experience the beauty of the Norfolk Broads like never before with a Barnes Brinkcraft day boat! BOOK A DAY BOAT...

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Go on, click some more! Hit play…

Explore the Norfolk Broads in Style with Barnes Brinkcraft Holiday Boat

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing escape or an exciting journey through the stunning Norfolk Broads, our fleet has the perfect boat for you....

Learn more

Escape to the Norfolk Broads: Stunning waterside self-catering cottages

Enjoy a true home-from-home experience, complete with breathtaking views and the freedom of your very own free day boat (outside school holidays)....

Learn more

Discover the Norfolk Broads with Barnes Brinkcraft Day Boats!

Experience the beauty of the Norfolk Broads like never before with a Barnes Brinkcraft day boat! BOOK A DAY BOAT...

Learn more

"Booking was straight forward and easy,"
- Anthony W
"The arrangements for viewing were very straightforward. Sadly the property was not for us."
- David B
"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