Celebrating 75 years of Richardsons! 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of Richardson's, a name that for many has become synonymous with the Norfolk Broads. Richardsons Leisure Limited is an operator of family fun holidays in the Broads National Park and on the Norfolk coast! We also have day boat hire operations and family entertainment centres in Norfol.
Stephen Pullinger reports. At the age of 91 his eyes still light up and his face creases into a smile when he starts talking about his life-long passion. Robert Richardson is a true pioneer of th. Richardson's has helped visitors experience the best of the Broads for more than 70 years. We have over 290 boats making us the largest operator on the Norfolk Broads.
Stephen Pullinger reports. At the age of 91 his eyes still light up and his face creases into a smile when he starts talking about his life-long passion. Robert Richardson is a true pioneer of th. Richardson's has helped visitors experience the best of the Broads for more than 70 years. We have over 290 boats making us the largest operator on the Norfolk Broads.
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You can combine a short break with a week's holiday. The price for your holiday will be worked out as your first week price plus 50% of the price of the following week. Discount will automat. Book two consecutive weeks or more with us and we'll give you a 15% discount off the cost of your second (or third) week.
Bow and Stern for ease of handling Centre cockpit Full sliding canopy over Saloon Heating 240v system Warm Air Heating Microwave. Centre steering Bow thruster for ease of handling 240v system 12v socket for mobile phone etc (12v car lead required) Raised helmsman's seat Wide stern deck and good stern access Forward and.
Enjoy a Norfolk Broads day boat hire craft for an hour or a day with Richardson's. Spending time on the water is one of the quickest ways to slow down and is available from just 30 per hour. At Richardson's you can hire a range of electric or diesel day boats from our Richardson's Day Boat Hire marina (formerly Fineway) located in the "Capital of the Broads" Wroxham.
Our boatyard in Stalham is the largest Norfolk Broads base where so many boating adventures begin. The Stalham boatyard is just 14 miles from both Norwich and Great Yarmouth, and covers some. Our Richardson's Day Boats Marina (formerly Fineway) is located in the "capital of the Broads", Wroxham, and is the home for all of our day boats.
Driving a boat for the first time is easy and we've put together this section of advice to show you just how easy it is, with driving and safety tips both featured inside. There's so much to do in Norfolk for all ages! From children's adventure parks to escape rooms for the grown ups, there's sure to be something to suit most!
Reviews (17)
Andy McGuire
Nov 13, 2021
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Grant Curties
Oct 29, 2021
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1st timers, Just returned from a weeks break after hiring the cavalier boat. Great experience dealing with Richardsons checked in and were on our way within the hour inc our induction very efficient and… friendly staff. The only thing I would change next year would be the boat not knowing what to expect the boat we had was fairly old and Although clean inside appeared very dated compared to some they have and struggled with some of the bridges as it was October and had a high rainfall and the boat height was an issue, we did get through eventually and enjoyed a brilliant relaxing rest
Tina Cavanagh
Oct 25, 2021
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Gareth Oughton
Oct 16, 2021
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Fantastic 4 night trip for our honeymoon on clear gem. Although an old vessel very well equipped and comfortable. booking in was very quick and easy. The handover was easy and well informed and questions that… we asked about our intended plans were well answered.
Will be booking again very soon to take the whole family.
Thanks again richardsons.
Will be booking again very soon to take the whole family.
Thanks again richardsons.
Carolyn Haslam
Sep 24, 2021
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From complete novices to shall we say confident sailors.
The cruiser we chose after discussion with the Richardsons reception staff was brilliant. A suitable craft for four adults and four small dogs. Swan… Regal has given us a good introduction to the Broads.
The information supplied by the company is invaluable and helped prepare us. The staff who take you on the trial run are friendly and professional. In fact all the staff have been great.
Well done and see you next year.
The cruiser we chose after discussion with the Richardsons reception staff was brilliant. A suitable craft for four adults and four small dogs. Swan… Regal has given us a good introduction to the Broads.
The information supplied by the company is invaluable and helped prepare us. The staff who take you on the trial run are friendly and professional. In fact all the staff have been great.
Well done and see you next year.
Jason O. Crumbs
Sep 24, 2021
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Debbie Barker
Sep 23, 2021
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Staff at boat yard were fine but boat, concerto 1, had seen much better days. If you can't afford a modern boat, don't bother with the older ones; the toilet/bathroom stank at all times, the bedrooms were minimal at best and only sufficient for children never mind adults, the 2 seater sofa was OK but the booking was for 4 people, the boat struggled to start most mornings and only just about did twice, there were no real home comforts on board and we spent the week wishing we had not bothered! 0
Jimny Jaunts
Sep 18, 2021
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Lynette Wilson
Sep 18, 2021
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First timers! There was a little wait to get in to the boatyard but once moving we were shown to our boat. Very detailed handover and reassuring chap giving us out test drive 🙈. Hired the broads sunray 2. Boat great. Someone crashed into us as we were moored but no issues. Got £95 back from our fuel! Can't wait to return
Mark Howgate
Sep 03, 2021
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First time boating, great experience and definitely would recommend it to anyone who has never done this. I would definitely say Richardson’s are very professional in what they do and give great advice and help… you through your trip if needed. I would also like to thank all the staff who made our holiday perfect from start to finish including cleaners. They did amazing job.
Lou Grahame
Aug 14, 2021
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Philip E. Cleary
Aug 09, 2021
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Sophie Garrod
Aug 01, 2021
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Ben Carmichael
Jun 23, 2021
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Was greeted by 2 guys who was very friendly and helpful as we was first timers on the broads.
Boat was budget as we expected but everything was functional, as a none smoker I quickly picked up the stale smoke inside, got used to it after a while. Great thing about these holidays is the freedom you have.
Boat was budget as we expected but everything was functional, as a none smoker I quickly picked up the stale smoke inside, got used to it after a while. Great thing about these holidays is the freedom you have.
Gary Moore
Jun 13, 2021
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Decided to book a short break for 4 nights from Richardsons.
As always they never fall short of excellent, and it had been several years since my last trip with them, glad to see the high standard has been kept.
Obviously with covid 19 making things difficult, Richardsons have risen to the challenges and everything is as you would expect eg sanitizing stations and one way systems etc etc.
A boating holiday on the broads is really what you make it, but I really cannot stress how much the experience can be enhanced when you are greeted by a friendly and helpful staff team.
I would like to thank
As always they never fall short of excellent, and it had been several years since my last trip with them, glad to see the high standard has been kept.
Obviously with covid 19 making things difficult, Richardsons have risen to the challenges and everything is as you would expect eg sanitizing stations and one way systems etc etc.
A boating holiday on the broads is really what you make it, but I really cannot stress how much the experience can be enhanced when you are greeted by a friendly and helpful staff team.
I would like to thank
Dom Ashworth
Nov 05, 2020
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Absolutely fantastic holiday on the Broads. Richardson's were great, boat was great. We had an issue with a belt driving the alternator which they needed to come out and fix but it was done quickly and efficiently. Staff at the yard were very helpful and polite and distencing was observed throughout. Highly recommended 😁
Joe Porter Joe
Jul 11, 2019
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Came here for our first canal boat experience on the Gold Gem for four nights.
The boats beds were rather small and short, which should have been written in the description, and this was a downside for the nights.
Shower and toilet space was VERY limited which was not very nice.
The Wi-Fi hardly connected throughout the 4 nights, and the Television set didn't work throughout the entire journey.
On a good note, the staff were professional and friendly, letting us look around other boats in the moorings for our next Broads holiday here.
The introduction and training of how to use the boat was
The boats beds were rather small and short, which should have been written in the description, and this was a downside for the nights.
Shower and toilet space was VERY limited which was not very nice.
The Wi-Fi hardly connected throughout the 4 nights, and the Television set didn't work throughout the entire journey.
On a good note, the staff were professional and friendly, letting us look around other boats in the moorings for our next Broads holiday here.
The introduction and training of how to use the boat was
