Martham Ferry Day Boat hire is situated on the river Thurne, one hours motor from Hickling Broad and the Pleasure Boat Inn
Norfolk Broads Day Boat Hire
Our electric day boats are powerful and quiet, the next generation of electric boating on the Norfolk Broads!
Our coffee shop is open, Tuesday to Saturdays 9am - 4pm until April
Our day boat hire fleet is located on the quiet side of Potter Heigham Bridge. We are 50 minutes of motor from Hickling and Horsey Mere, 20 minutes from Potter Heigham, and 90 minutes from The Lion at Thurne.
Visit our coffee shop with stunning views over the river and marshes, one of the best locations on the Norfolk Broads for seeing the wildlife.
Order a cozy festive treat for your boat trip.
Homemade mince pies with a choice of hot drinks or a glass of Norfolk apple juice, freshly made in Ferry Coffee Shop and delivered to your boat! - Cost £5 per person.
Click here to order. The hot drinks include Latte, flat white, cappuccino, hot chocolate, and many more.
We are a small, friendly, family-run Norfolk Broads day boat hire provider and electric boat builders.
Our coffee shop has indoor and outdoor seating with river views or take your drink and homemade treats on your boat trip
Check out our route planner for more places to explore or we can help you plan your boat trip when you arrive.
.We have been number one on Trip Advisor for day boat hire on the Norfolk Broads since 2019.
Picnic boats fitted with blown air heating
Our hire boats fit under Potter Heigham Bridge - a pilot may be needed.
If the water levels are high it will not be possible to go under Potter Heigham Bridge.
Free Parking
Dog F
riendly Boat Hire
Dog life jackets available
Ferry Coffee Shop
Our new coffee shop, with Indoor or outdoor seating with river views.
Fishing Boat Hire
Fully equipped Seastrike 14ft £85 per day!
Apollo 12 person picnic boat
Winter boat hire
Come and experience the stunning broads
During the winter season, you can motor your boat to Hickling Broad, Martham Broad, and West Somerton and take your day boat to Potter Heigham, but it is not always possible to get under the bridge depending on the height of the water.
Wildlife on the Norfolk Broads
Here is a comprehensive guide to wildlife on the Norfolk Broads
We are close to Hickling Broad which is the best place for wildlife on the Norfolk Broads.
Boat to Pub!
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Many of our customers enjoy a visit to one of the waterside pubs for lunch or a drink. The Norada Grill & Tavern at Potter Heigham, is the closest option and has an outdoor play area.
“Safety first quality always”
Location on the Norfolk Broads
Martham Ferry is situated on one of the quietest stretches of the Norfolk Broads, the rivers and lakes are full of wildlife and stunning scenery. One hours motor to Hickling Broad and the riverside pub The Pleasure Boat Inn with its large out door seating area and good pub food. Take a right turn and motor along Candle Dyke which leads to Horsey Mere the Horsey Windpump. Or your boat can go under the bridge at Potter Heigham and explore more of the broads. Our day hire Picnic boats will need to use the pilot to navigate the Potter Heigham bridge.
Just 11 miles from Great Yarmouth!
Do I need a licence to hire a boat?
No previous experience is needed for our self-drive day boats. We give you a comprehensive briefing on how to drive your boat and the routes to take. We will give you all the instructions you’ll need to have a great day out on the water.
Boat hire prices Include
Life jackets, fuel, insurance, and free car parking.
Gift Vouchers for Boat Hire and Coffee Shop.
Looking for the perfect gift? Treat your loved ones to an unforgettable experience with our gift vouchers for boat hire or our charming coffee shop at Martham Ferry. Our flexible vouchers allow for solo sails or family outings. The coffee shop is renowned for its homemade cakes and tranquil escape with panoramic views of the river.
Delicious Picnic Hampers
Made to order from £16 per person.Click on the image for more information.
Electric boat hire Norfolk Broads - we have very quiet, 12 seater and 8 seater electric picnic boats and 6 seater electric day boats.
Experience Day boat hire on the quiet side of Potter Heigham with our super quiet electric picnic and day boats!
Exploring the Broads on a boat is a fantastic way to spend a day. The perfect blend of wildlife, peace and adventure, which is best enjoyed on the quieter side of the Broads.
There are two road bridges over the river at Potter Heigham, a main A-road bridge carrying lots of traffic, and a historic, listed bridge dating from medieval times. Due to the small opening in the old bridge, larger cruisers can not go under the old bridge at Potter Heigham. This means that upriver of Potter Heigham there are fewer boats and a more peaceful environment for those who have hired boats from Martham Ferry to enjoy, giving you the greatest chances of seeing our wonderful birds and other wildlife.
Our daily hire boats have the added benefit of being able to fit through Potter Heigham Bridge, (a pilot may be required) so during your boat hire with us you can explore both sides of the Broads.
Norfolk Broads Fishing Boat For Hire
The Norfolk Broads are famous for fishing, many record-breaking Pike have been caught very near our boatyard. The open season is from 16th June - 15th March. Deep Dyke and the Upper Thurne are some of the most sought-after places to fish and a short motor from Martham Ferry Boatyard. We have a fully equipped semi-flat Seastrike 14ft fishing boat for hire.
Enjoy your Norfolk Broads Holiday