Setting & Character
Brundall is the busiest boating village on the southern Broads, lined with boatyards and marinas. It is a practical stop rather than a pretty one, but it is good for supplies, repairs and a walk to Strumpshaw Fen.
Bridges & Air Draught
There are no bridges at Brundall. Upstream towards Norwich the Postwick viaduct gives 10.54 m; downstream the next bridge is Reedham swing bridge.
Figures are Broads Authority clearances at average high water — read the gauge boards on the day.
Choosing a Berth
Brundall Church Fen — free Broads Authority 24-hour mooring, 35 m, by the nature reserve and St Laurence church.
DP16 Broads Authority moorings at Brundall Gardens, Eastwood and Swancraft.
Boatyards including Broom Boats and Silverline Marine — close to the pub and the station. Ask for a visitor berth.
Brundall Bay Marina — free short-stay moorings for diners at East Hills Café Bistro, or half-price overnight.
Fuel & Facilities
Two Co-op supermarkets and other shops in the village centre across the railway line. Railway station by the boatyards. Fuel, pump-out and repairs at the yards — call ahead.
Pubs & Food
Contacts from Norfolk Broads Direct and venue pages — call ahead, hours change by season.
- The Yare — dog-friendly riverside pub near Broom Boats, 01603 713786.
- The Ram — pub on The Street, easiest from Church Fen moorings, 01603 712569.
- East Hills Café Bistro — in Brundall Bay Marina, 01603 951850.
Things to See
Ashore and on the water.
- RSPB Strumpshaw Fen — about 1.4 miles; swallowtails, Norfolk hawker dragonflies and marsh harriers.
- Brundall Church Fen local nature reserve.
- Strumpshaw Steam Museum — Sundays and bank holidays, April–October.
Tides
The Broads are tidal as far up as Norwich, Wroxham and Stalham. Use the Broads Authority tide table for Gorleston (Yarmouth Bar) and add the inland difference.
At Brundall, high water is about 4 h 00 min after Gorleston (Broads Authority average figures).
This guide does not copy tide heights. Not for navigation.
Old Sea Dogs View
Brundall is one stop on the Norfolk Broads hub — use the map there to plan the next leg.
Skipper's Notes
Quick notes before arrival.
- Church Fen moorings are short — 35 m.
- Boatyard berths: ask first.
- Good place for repairs and supplies.
Information checked against official sources
The practical information in this Guide was checked against the sources below on 30 October 2026. Operational details change — confirm with the Broads Authority, yacht station, yard or pub before arrival.
- Broads Authority — Moorings
- Broads Authority — Tide information
- Norfolk Broads Direct — Brundall
- Broom Boats — Contact
Frequently asked questions
Where can I moor for free at Brundall?
Brundall Church Fen has 35 m of free Broads Authority 24-hour mooring. DP16 moorings are listed at Brundall Gardens, Eastwood and Swancraft.
Are there shops in Brundall?
Yes — two Co-op supermarkets and other shops in the village centre, across the railway line from the river.
How far is Strumpshaw Fen from Brundall?
About 1.4 miles to the RSPB reserve.
