Troyboy

That Siesta looks a lovely little boat.

And mine. Excellent taste.

I like the idea of a refundable deposit for hirers. It might make some be more thoughtful about their manoeuvres.

That is the worse stretch of the Norfolk broads imo. From Stracey windpump to Yarmouth. It always seems to take ages to travel it.

It's years since we went over Breydon water. We used to go south every other holiday when we owned our own boat. I loved going over Breydon water. Never had a problem with it.

Can I ask a question about twin engines. Is it normal when on the rivers to use only one engine alternately or do you alway use both together all of the time. Sorry to ambush the thread slightly.

If you are going along the Waveney you have got a bridge at St Olaves and a rail bridge at Somerleyton. Like the northern broads there are plenty of places to moor. Get a Broadcaster paper it'll give you lots of info. If you are going up the Yare you have a rail bridge at Reedham and then no bridges till you approach Norwich. Again lots of places to moor. The big difference is the tidal flow of the southern broads. Moor using long ropes and just have your wits about you a bit more. Beccles is nice but will be very busy. If you can get under Beccles bridge the river is lovely as you leave the town towards Geldeston.

Just forget it. Putting them right is a no win situation. It may make you feel better but if it goes pear shaped you'll regret ever mentioning it. Move on.

He came to Gays Staithe last week when we were there. I thought I'd try a pork pie to have with some Branston and a glass of wine. All of the pies were £10 from what I could see. I was disappointed if I'm honest.

There is a general lack of consideration in all aspects of life nowadays unfortunately. It's a combination of a poor upbringing and lack of discipline. And I don't mean poor in the financial sense.

Going back to the earlier posts it looks to me like the local authority will take control of the Horning moorings in 2025 and place a daytime time restriction on all boats. A bit like a limited waiting or disc parking with a car on the roads. Hopefully this will not happen and the BA will renew the lease with no change to the current conditions.

No worries. My pleasure.

Hi SwanR, We've had our week on Bella Maria 1. The boat was nothing less than fantastic. It is by far the best boat I've ever stayed on. Complete comfort in every aspect. Huge bed which suited my bad back. Masses of cupboards and 3 wardrobe type lockers in the bedroom. The bathroom was a proper bathroom very large for a boat with a full size separate shower cubicle with glass door. No compromise had to be made whilst using the facilities. Electric toilet design was brilliant. It appeared to use quite a bit of water but to nothing excessive looking at the water usage. We had a pumpout after on the 5th morning as advised by the boatyard but there was no sign of needing one if you know what I mean. Galley and saloon were as per most bathtub boats. The saloon seats were bigger in the seat than other boats we've been on. A great boat overall which I will be using again I hope.

I wondered if Breydon would be closed to hire craft. I'm pleased I changed our plans. We are at Thurne dyke, I think that's what it's called. Going to the Lion for a meal tonight. Never been so here's hoping.

Morning Kate, Vera seems to love being on the boat. She is mesmerised by the river and the activities around it. Especially the ducks and geese. We were going southern broads but have decided to stay north. I'll give you a pip if we pass again.

Hi Kate, We passed you this morning as you headed towards Stalham. We were on Richardsons Bella Maria. We exchanged waves.

I was planning on having a night there this week if Breydon water is open. We always used it as a stop over before going to Beccles. As said it was interesting watching the campers come and go. The pub was OK and we enjoyed walking the dog around the field next to the church.

Great write up and some lovely pictures. We are back on the broads on Friday. We are going south so you have whetted my appetite.

An exciting project to follow. Great photo of Thorpe boat builders.

I'll let you know. It's a boat I've wanted to try after looking at Borelo all of those years ago. I'll be going south for the week.

We've just come home on Friday from a week on Goosander. Today I've booked a week on Bella Maria starting on Friday coming. We've got to make the most of everything while we can. I've always liked the look of the Haines Bure 36. Really looking forward to another week on the broads.

They seem a lovely down to earth couple enjoying the broads. I look forward to the next edition. Thanks for posting David.

Hi Helen, We were on Goosander at Upton Dyke corner on Tuesday night. What a night that was. I've just viewed this thread and didn't realise you were on Moonlight Shadow or I would have introduced myself. An opportunity missed.

I was in Lathams earlier in the week lots of large disposable BBQs for sale. Inconsiderate people will always find a way to be a pain to the majority who are quietly going about their business. Unfortunately it's becoming more common in this modern world. I must be getting old.

Barolo is as nice as it gets as a flat tub. I used to see it moored at one of the waterfront properties on the main river at Horning. We looked at it in 2015 ish when nya had it for sale. Too rich for me at the time.