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A mini guide to
Wroxham, Hoveton & the northern Broads: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Take the train in
Hoveton & Wroxham station is on the Bittern Line from Norwich, so you can reach the river without a car.
Go downstream for the broads
Wroxham Broad lies about a mile downstream of Wroxham Bridge; Salhouse and Hoveton Great Broad follow further along the Bure.
Mind the bridge
Wroxham Bridge is low and narrow. If you hire a boat, use the pilot service on the Hoveton side.
See Ranworth church
St Helen's Church at Ranworth, called the cathedral of the Broads, is known for its painted medieval rood screen.
Check seasonal timetables
The Bure Valley Railway and some boat trips run seasonal timetables, so check before travelling outside summer.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wroxham, Hoveton & the northern Broads?
Wroxham, Hoveton & the northern Broads is in Broadland and North Norfolk, Norfolk, England. Boatyards, river trips and broads on the River Bure, a train ride from Norwich. Nearby stops and stations include Hoveton & Wroxham station, Bure Valley Railway (Wroxham), River Bure.
How long do I need in Wroxham, Hoveton & the northern Broads?
1 to 3 days. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Bure Valley Railway, Hoveton Hall, BeWILDerwood. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Hoveton & Wroxham station (Greater Anglia (Bittern Line)); Bure Valley Railway (Wroxham) (Bure Valley Railway); River Bure (Boat hire and trips). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 11 places to eat and drink in and around Wroxham, Hoveton & the northern Broads, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 6 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Wroxham, Hoveton & the northern Broads accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Wroxham, Hoveton & the northern Broads
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Barton House Railway
Miniature railway in a Wroxham garden, open on set days in the season; check its website before you go.
River Bure
Chalk river that flows through Wroxham and Horning; Coltishall Bridge is now the head of navigation.
Bure Valley Railway
Narrow-gauge steam railway from Wroxham to Aylsham, laid on a former standard-gauge trackbed beside a footpath.
Norfolk and the Broads
More areas to explore
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Victorian seaside towns with a pier, crab boats, heritage steam trains and the highest hill in Norfolk
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Wells, Holkham & Blakeney
Salt marsh, dunes and seals between a harbour town, a Palladian house and flint villages
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King's Lynn & Sandringham
A medieval port on the Great Ouse, a Norman castle and the royal Sandringham estate
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- Cockshoot Broad: The original uploader was Flaxton at English Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Barton House Railway: Steve Daniels, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- River Bure: Colin Smith, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Bure Valley Railway: Northmetpit (talk) 14:56, 12 January 2008 (UTC), CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Cromer & Sheringham: Scribwik, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Wells, Holkham & Blakeney: Michael Garlick, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- King's Lynn & Sandringham: Colin Smith, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Norwich: Sumit Surai, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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