Enjoy a Norfolk Broads boating holiday with Martham Boats. Our family-run boatyard offers traditional wooden and glass fibre motor cruisers, with accommodation for two to nine people.
Start your holiday on the Upper Thurne, with routes towards Hickling Broad, Horsey Mere and West Somerton that do not require passage through Potter Heigham Bridge. Explore reed-lined waterways, look out for wildlife and enjoy time together aboard your own holiday boat.
Choose a cruiser to suit your crew, from a getaway for two to a holiday with family or friends. Check each boat’s listing for its berth layout, facilities and availability.
If you would like to explore further afield, speak to our team about your route. Bridge passage depends on the boat, water levels and available clearance. Our staff take our hired motor cruisers through Potter Heigham Bridge when conditions allow.
A tank of fuel is included with your motor cruiser hire. Please monitor your fuel during your holiday; any additional fuel required is at your expense. Other applicable charges, including the non-refundable damage waiver, pets and car parking, should be checked when booking.
Browse our motor cruisers and availability below. If you cannot find your preferred dates, or need a different start or finish day, call our bookings team on 01493 740249 and we will help you explore the options.
Jocelyn
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Jocelyn IV – Traditional 4 Berth Motor Cruiser
One tank of fuel included.
Jocelyn IV is a 28ft traditional wooden motor cruiser, built by our own boatyard in the 1950s from mahogany on oak frames. She sleeps 4, making her ideal for families or two couples, and comes with a flush toilet, shower, warm air heating and one tank of fuel included. She sets off from our family-run yard on the Upper Thurne, with Hickling Broad and Horsey Mere on your doorstep.
At a glance
- Sleeps: 4
- Size: Length 28ft (8.53m), beam 9ft (2.74m), headroom 6ft (1.83m)
- Fuel: One tank included
- Heating: Webasto warm air heater
- Engine: BMC 1.5
- Bridges: Will navigate all Broads bridges (subject to tides). Our staff take her through Potter Heigham Bridge for you when conditions allow.
- Dogs: Well-behaved dogs welcome – a pet charge applies
- Start days: Tuesdays and Saturdays
Why choose Jocelyn IV
The Martham Boat Building and Development Company has been letting its own traditional wooden Broads cruisers since 1946. Jocelyn IV is our mid-size class: roomy and comfortable for four, but still easy to moor. Her raised centre steering position gives great views over the river and reed beds, and makes her easy to handle, even for first-timers. Every crew gets a full briefing and handover before setting off.
On board
- Gas cooker and hob
- Under-counter fridge
- Separate galley area
- Flush toilet and shower
- Warm air heater
- Flat screen TV
- 12 volt USB port and car charger port
- 12 volt battery system
- Fold-down cockpit / sundeck
- Clothes hanging area
- In-depth briefing and handover
Questions about Jocelyn IV
Is Jocelyn IV suitable for beginners?
Yes. No boating experience is needed. We give every crew a full briefing and handover, and her raised centre steering makes her easy to handle.
Can Jocelyn IV go under Potter Heigham Bridge?
Yes, subject to water levels. Our staff take her through the bridge for you when conditions allow, and can help plan your route.
Where can I go without passing Potter Heigham Bridge?
From our yard on the Upper Thurne you can reach Hickling Broad, Horsey Mere and West Somerton without going through the bridge.
Is fuel included?
One tank of fuel is included. Any extra fuel needed during your holiday is at your own cost.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, subject to our conditions of hire, and a pet charge applies.
Can't find the dates you want, or need a different start day? Call our bookings team on 01493 740249.