The River Waveney

This river is navigable as far as Geldeston.

Oulton Broad is one of the best yachting lakes in Britain and is popular for fishing, windsurfing, rowing and speedboat racing.  Powerboat racing can be enjoyed during the summer months. Near the Broad are a range of amenities including leisure facilities, shops, restaurants, play areas and Lowestoft Museum.  Nearby Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve is famous for its wildlife, insects and wild flowers and plants.

Beccles is a historic market town.  It is famous for its church and Georgian houses. There is a fascinating museum housed in the listed former Sir John Leman School in Ballygate. Beccles Marsh Trail is popular with walkers.  The town centre has some fantastic independent shops retailing everything from art & crafts, antiques, furniture and food.

Somerleyton has plenty to keep everyone amused.  The Hall and gardens are open to the public and the village has Viking connections.  Somerleyton Hall is an early Victorian mansion with ornate gardens and one of the finest mazes in Britain. Be warned though - the Hall is quite a walk from the river. However, the Hall's award winning Pub, The Duke's Head, is just yards from the moorings.