Day Hire & Activities on the Norfolk Broads | Martham Boats

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Martham Boats offers day hire and activities on the Norfolk Broads from our family-run boatyard on the Upper Thurne. Choose from canoeing and kayaking, half decker sailing boat hire, sailing tuition for beginners and refreshers, and electric or diesel day launches. Corporate days on the water can also be arranged.

From Martham you can reach Hickling Broad, Horsey Mere and West Somerton without passing through Potter Heigham Bridge, so you're straight into a quieter stretch of the Broads with reed-lined waterways, open skies and plenty of wildlife.

Choose your day on the water

Activity	Good for	Price
Day boats	Up to six, no experience needed. Electric or diesel, by the half day, full day (9am–4pm) or up to a week	Full day from £104 per boat
Half decker sailing boats	Up to six, for people with some sailing experience	£98 a day plus a £50 refundable deposit
Canoes & kayaks	Paddling for one to six people	Canoes from £40 for three hours
Sailing tuition	Beginners and refreshers, with RYA instructors. Minimum three hours	Contact us

Car parking at the yard is free on day hire. Not sure which to choose? Call us on 01493 740249.

Canoeing on the River Thurne, Norfolk Broads

Canoeing

Canoeing/kayaking on the River Thurne and neighbouring Broads is a wonderfully fun and safe experience for both intermediate and novice canoeists alike. Canoeing allows for near-silent exploration, as you paddle these magical waterways, which may allow you to spot a Swallowtail Butterfly or Kingfisher along the way! Our 3 hour and 6 hour sessions, are perfect for travelling to Hickling and Horsey Broads and West Somerton. A super activity for everyone to enjoy, with a little bit of exercise thrown in too!

Sailing tuition on a half decker on the Norfolk Broads

Sailing Tuition

We offer sailing tuition for complete beginners through to sailors who'd like a refresher, whether you're a bit rusty or want to learn some new tips and tricks of the trade. Choose a 3 hour or 6 hour session, or book longer, up to a week. Tuition is normally on one of our Half Deckers, with Hickling and Horsey Broads as your backdrop.

Gunter rigged half decker sailing boat on the Norfolk Broads

Half Decker

Hoist the sails on one of our Gunter rigged Half Deckers and head to the nearby Broads of Hickling and Horsey for a great day of sailing. It's a perfect area to sail, on a quiet stretch of the Broads, with lots of nature and beautiful scenery passing you by as you feel the wind in your sails. Our half deckers seat up to six people and come with a mainsail, jib and full awning.

Day launch hire on the Norfolk Broads

Day Launch

For the best way to sample the Norfolk Broads, we recommend travelling by boat. See the places you can’t reach by car! Our day launches offer a great way to explore these magical waterways and discover a few of the hidden gems of the Broads National Park. Visit nearby nature reserves and local attractions with family and friends, seating up to 6 people. Bring your own picnic to eat onboard or stop for lunch at a local restaurant or pub during your day!

Corporate sailing day on the Norfolk Broads

Corporate Events

Why not try a corporate day sailing on a half decker or paddling on a canoe? Contact the Martham Boats Team to organise an Event, tailored to your Company needs. Bring your staff together, through this team building activity, creating increased communication, more confidence, new skills learned and enhanced employee motivation and improved collaboration, all with the beauty of the Norfolk Broads, as your backdrop!

Please contact us on 01493 740249 to discuss your requirements.