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NorfolkNog
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Hi Mark
Hmmm, does seem a little steep. For example I have had 2 weeks on the Broads out of Brundall, covered the whole network North and South and used 100 litres of fuel.
Generally boats should have enough fuel on board for a fortnight, touch wood, I have never had to top up!!
Going with the tides can make a tremendous difference, particularly through Yarmouth and on the lower Bure, Waveney and Yare. Punching a strong tide can gobble up fuel. Most boats are now fitted with warm air heating and this also uses diesel fuel, I was once told about half to three quarters of a litre per hour but I could be wrong!
I think a hire boat would typically hold around 40 gallons or 200 litres approx. I was also once told that a hydraulic drive will use more fuel than a shaft drive, but again I could be wrong!!
Have a great holiday and I’m sure you won’t use £280 of fuel, I would have thought half that figure would be nearer the mark.
Good luck!!
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Hi Neil
Might have a go over the weekend if I get a few minutes. Could be a bit boring though, lot of time spent in pubs
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Spotted!!! Just shows you can’t get away with anything on the Broads
If you look carefully you can see the logo in the window.
Yes, thanks all, had a fantastic time. There were a few boats around as I think it was also half term week. DRL had quite a few out as did Faircraft Loynes and saw a couple of Herbert Woods as well as the odd private boat. Also saw a couple of Freedom boats out too. We were careful about the ice; Malthouse Broad was frozen at one stage although we took a chance after looking at the forecast and moored there on Friday night. It didn’t freeze but it was a close thing. Womack was frozen on Monday morning but we rang Darren as soon as we hit the ice. He asked us to carry on but take it slowly which we did. They have taken over much of the old Sabena fleet (we hired one of the Cameros a few years back). Funnily enough the sister boat to Fine Time (Caprice) is up for sale at Waterside. Spent a bit of time studying my bank balance but came to the sad conclusion I could probably only afford the fenders.
But, yes, great service from DRL, very pleased.
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We were looking out for a boat to hire in February for Mrs Nog’s birthday and speaking to Lorraine at the excellent Dog Inn, she said why not try DRL? So we spoke to Darren who was most helpful and we arranged to hire Fine Time last week. Very comfortable craft for two based on an Alpha hull and fitted out in what I can only describe as retro romantic, someone has obviously put a lot of thought into the design. The boat performed well and we were very pleased with it. Huge newly fitted out bathroom as well. Great service from Darren and the team, Darren's dad even picked us up and returned us to Hoveton as we had come down on the train. We had a brilliant holiday. Highly recommended.
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Ah, that explains it. Now where did I put that spare 42 grand
Royalls as well Poppy!!!
http://www.royallsboatyard.com/about
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Was that the Alpha 42 footer Pete? I think I saw one for sale on their boat sales website but could be wrong. Its not there now.
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Fantastic stuff Clive
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Hi Mark
This photo is taken in the opposite direction to Terry's (ie looking out of the dyke) and shows how it widens as Clive has said. At a pinch you might be able to turn the boat on ropes in the dyke itself, its a reasonable width.
The other 'leg' at Geldeston goes to the village and Wherry pub. Again its quite narrow but opens into a 'pool' just before Rowancraft where you can turn a 40 footer.
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Ah! I’m not in Dan’s league Jimbo!!!
But have a good Swancraft grapevine hiring from them!!
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Hi Dan
Swancraft had all their fleet fitted with bow thrusters for the 2009 season but too late to go in the brochure. Used them for the first time this year, touch wood no calamities! They are a good ‘get out of jail card’ if you see what I mean, also great for turning in Geldeston dyke
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Hi Carol
That is a classic then and now, many thanks for sharing with us.
Interesting point about the wall, it does look to follow the building line quite faithfully although it looks as if it has been rebuilt, probably as you suggest using reclaimed materials as these would be readily to hand.
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What a great holiday tale David! Many thanks for sharing with us! And hats off to Richardsons, what great service, well done to all concerned.
Point duly noted re the Maltsters.
Any news on Swift???
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We had problems with the gas on one of the Fair Regents in December a couple of years ago. The gas bottles are only small and housed in a locker in the bow. We rang the boatyard who advised pouring warm water over the gas valve and bottle. Seemed to work. I assume that would have been butane.
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Stick to beer,its safer and never freezes!
Andy
I'll second that!!
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We’ve been out the last 2 Decembers and will be again this year all being well! You can’t beat it.
Best bet is Ranworth, the hoses at the staithe are left on all year. Faircraft Loynes and Woods hire all year so you can get water at their yards. Also from memory Moonfleet and Ludham Bridge. Sutton Boatyard is private but very nice people and would probably top you up. Horizon at Acle are closed for hiring but will do pump outs and water if asked, again very helpful.
That should keep you going, there may be more. Have a great time!!!
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Dan is right, Diplomat has a goodly air draft. Just found this pic moored next to us at Ranworth. Could be a tight squeeze even at Ludham.
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Only hired Fair Regent from Faircraft Loynes so can’t be too specific. However looking at the 2 boats, I see Diplomat is only 31 feet which is fairly compact for 4 people. On that basis alone, if it were me, I think I’d go for Commodore with a bit more space.
Just my 2p. You’ll have a brilliant trip whatever you decide.
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Brilliant! A Richardson's special! I await Dan's comments!
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Wow!! Looking good Clive
The low air draft will be very popular also.
Will you mould the hulls yourselves?
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Very good idea Clive! I hired “San Telmo†from you several moons ago and remember the door was a bit quirky, it sort of opened out and up if you see what I mean. Nice one!
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Great stuff Jonny, keep it coming!!
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Great tale Dan, thanks for sharing! I sometimes think mooring at Womack can be similar to Ranworth, you ususlly have a good audience!!
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Hi Ian
I had a good nosey round a couple of weeks ago and didn't notice a machine there. I also looked around the side where the smoking shelter is but couldn't see anything. It's probably gone the same way as the hand dryers......
History of the Dog Inn - Ludham
in The Historic Broads
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Hi All
I’m trying to find some info about the history of the Dog Inn. Looking at the Norfolk pubs database it looks to date back at least 200 years.
http://www.norfolkpubs.co.uk/norfolkl/ludham/ludhdi.htm
Like many pubs it has been extended many times over the years and I would love to find out which bit is the original pub and when the various extensions were added. Attached is an aerial photo (sorry about the flash burn) and one of the pub as it is now. I am guessing the original part is possibly the section in the middle with the chimney at each end but could be wrong.
Any ideas would be appreciated.