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Boating

The Broads is a fantastic place to try all kinds of boating.

But if you own a boat or are thinking of buying one there are things you need to know about, such as tolls and insurance. We also offer helpful information for both owners and hirers on how to make the most of your boating experience including instruction videos, details about where to find free moorings and safety advice.

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    Owning a boat

    You'll need a toll, insurance and safety certificate to use your own vessel on the Broads. Find all the details here.

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    Facilities

    Find details of facilities like our yacht stations, electric charging points and free moorings.

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    From byelaws to bridge heights, everything you need for a safe and trouble free holiday.

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    Hiring a boat

    Whether you want a luxury cruiser for a holiday or just to hire a day boat, there's something for everyone.

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Introduction

The Norfolk and Suffolk Broads is Britain's largest protected wetland and third largest inland waterway, with the status of a national park. It's also home to some of the rarest plants and animals in the UK. The Broads Authority was set up in 1989, with responsibility for conservation, planning, recreation and waterways.

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Broads Authority
Yare House
62-64 Thorpe Road

Norwich
NR1 1RY
United Kingdom

Tel. 01603 610734
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