Setting & Character
Horning strings along a bend of the Bure between Wroxham and the Ant junction. It is one of the prettiest stretches on the river and one of the busiest, so slow down early — the speed limit is signed and wash carries into the moored boats.
Bridges & Air Draught
There are no bridges at Horning. Upstream the next obstacle is Wroxham Bridge (2.18 m at average high water); downstream the Ant branches off towards Ludham Bridge (2.60 m).
Figures are Broads Authority clearances at average high water — read the gauge boards on the day.
Choosing a Berth
Horning Parish Staithe — free BA 24-hour mooring, 69 m, in the village centre; fills early.
Horning Marshes — free BA 24-hour mooring, 227 m, downstream, with water and an electric charging point.
Pub moorings — the Swan Inn (fee redeemable against food), the New Inn (bookable stern-on moorings) and the Ferry Inn (patron moorings). Ask each pub for current terms.
Ferry Marina, 01692 631111 — Hire Boat Federation overnight moorings and facilities.
Fuel & Facilities
A village shop, the pubs and riverside cafés. Water and charging at Horning Marshes. Fuel, pump-out and repairs are at the boatyards, including Ferry Marina — confirm hours by phone.
Pubs & Food
Contacts from Norfolk Broads Direct and venue pages — call ahead, hours change by season.
- The Swan Inn — riverside pub, mooring fee redeemable against food, 01692 630316.
- The New Inn — bookable stern-on moorings, 01692 631223.
- The Ferry Inn — Ferry Road NR12 8PS, moorings for patrons, 01692 630259.
- Staithe n Willow, Bure River Cottage and The Galley — local cafés and restaurants (call ahead; hours are seasonal).
Things to See
Ashore and on the water.
- The waterfront itself — thatched boathouses and gardens best seen at 3–4 mph.
- St Benet’s Abbey ruins downstream, with a free BA mooring of 299 m.
- Ranworth and Malthouse Broad, a short run downstream.
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 Horning, 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
Horning is one stop on the Norfolk Broads hub — use the map there to plan the next leg.
Skipper's Notes
Quick notes before arrival.
- Slow down before the village — wash hits boats moored stern-on.
- Arrive early for the Parish Staithe.
- Pub moorings are for customers; check terms when you tie up.
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 — Horning
- Ferry Marina, Horning
Frequently asked questions
Where can I moor at Horning?
Free Broads Authority 24-hour moorings at Horning Parish Staithe (69 m) and Horning Marshes (227 m), plus pub moorings at the Swan, New Inn and Ferry Inn, and Ferry Marina (01692 631111).
Is there water at Horning?
Yes — Horning Marshes moorings have water and an electric charging point. Boatyards have more facilities.
Are there bridges at Horning?
No. The nearest low bridges are Wroxham upstream and Ludham Bridge on the Ant.
