The Broads

Welcome to the start of an exciting new series of features on the Broads, over the next year we will discover the what makes it a special place.

Named after the Egyptian sun god, the "Ra" is a solar powered boat which takes up to 12 people including wheelchair users on a 1¼ hour trip round the recently restored Barton Broad - from Gay's Staithe (Neatishead). Running October weekends, bank holidays and local half term, June to September daily 10.00am, 11.30am, 2.00pm and 3.30pm. Telephone 01603 782281 to book.

Whitlingham Broads for many years has been a source of inspiration for me and my family. As I am a keep photographer I have found this area a perfect place to explore the endless opportunities by experiencing the changing seasons and their effect on the wildlife surrounding this beautiful place.

The Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre on the broads offers a varied choice of activities such as canoeing, wind surfing, diving and other water sports. My own daughter took full advantage of these facilities by taking part in a national open water swimming competition and gaining scuba diving qualifications: including exciting night time dives. 

There are beautiful and interesting walks around the lakes and the broads, and an amazing array of different species of insects and plant life. The stunning and ever changing scenery of this location is a photographer’s paradise.  See Ali's Photos in our online gallery.