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Escape the fast lane & relax on the Norfolk Broads in the UK

Spanning Norfolk and Suffolk, the Broads are ideal for exploring by boat—whether a traditional sailing yacht, a modern cruiser, or a day boat hired from key spots like Wroxham, often called the “Capital of the Broads.” With its vast skies, rare birds like the bittern, and peaceful waters, the Broads are perfect for a relaxed 2025 adventure, whether for families, couples, or solo traveler’s. Wroxham, on the River Bure in the Northern Broads, is a bustling hub and a must-visit.
Boating on the Norfolk Broads
Michael Hodges

The Norfolk Broads

25-07-2025

Sunseeker Martinique 36 - An Owner's Review

Sunseeker Martinique 36 - A Classic Sports Cruiser
© Michael Hodges
Typically powered by twin Volvo Penta diesel engines, such as the AQAD41 or AD41 models delivering 200hp each, the Martinique 36 combines efficiency with power. Some boats have been re-engined or upgraded, like a 1990 model reconditioned in 2003 with Volvo Penta KAD 42 engines and new DPE outdrives, enhancing reliability. The boat’s fuel capacity of around 660 litres and freshwater capacity of 204 litres make it suitable for extended coastal cruising.
24-07-2025

UKOPRA Offshore Powerboat Championships

Under blazing skies and with the Solent simmering in summer heat, the UKOPRA Offshore Powerboat Championships roared back into action on Saturday with the third round of the series: the legendary “Solent 80.” Eighteen boats took on the demanding clockwise circuit around the Isle of Wight, delivering drama, mechanical heartbreak, and spectacular performances—classic offshore racing in all its noisy, unpredictable glory.
21-07-2025

Cruise further, cruise safer: tackling the beautiful coastline from Poole to Penzance

Join adventure-seeker Simon Ellis on his thrilling three-month sabbatical travelling from Poole to Penzance, stopping at every bay, harbour, and marina along the way.
18-07-2025

Poole Bay 100 Offshore Powerboat

Poole Bay 100 Offshore Powerboat will take place on Saturday June 14th, which will see teams competing for the second round of the 2025 UKOPRA Offshore Championships which will be hosted by Poole Quay Yacht Haven and organised by World Powerboats Events Ltd.
10-06-2025

Escape the fast lane & relax on the Norfolk Broads in the UK

Boating on the Norfolk Broads in the UK offers a serene escape across over 125 miles of lock-free open waterways, a National Park formed from medieval peat diggings, now a haven of rivers, lakes, and wildlife-rich landscapes.
15-05-2025

Finn Fleet Experiences Surge in 2025 as UK Sailors Gravitate Towards Iconic Boat

The year 2025 is shaping up to be a sterling year for the UK Finn fleet, following an outstanding 2024 run.
29-01-2025