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Explore the Broads with your pet on a dog-friendly holiday

With an abundance of nature and wildlife, walking routes and pet-friendly locations to explore,
the Norfolk Broads are an ideal holiday destination for you and your dog.

For millions of Brits, taking our four-legged friends with us on holiday is essential, and if you’re looking for pet-friendly destinations for 2024, the Norfolk Broads is a fantastic choice thanks to its network of meandering waterways to explore, miles of picturesque walking routes and a host of pet-friendly attractions. Here at Richardson’s Boating Holidays, we have been providing unforgettable Norfolk Broads holidays for 80 years now, and we proudly welcome all sorts of family members – including furry ones!

Dog-friendly getaways

The Norfolk Broads has plenty of pet-friendly routes to travel and we have lots of recommendations on our website, such as the three-day route from Stalham to Acle, with several great stops on the way. Explore more here.

With our range of dog-friendly boats, you’re sure to find one to suit your needs, and no experience is required to head off on your own boating adventure, as we’ll give you a full demonstration on how to drive your boat and instructions for the facilities on board. You can also save precious pennies that would otherwise be spent on a kennel by bringing your dog on a holiday with us, as we have a fixed rate of just £35 for dogs on holidays up to seven nights, with a maximum of two pets per boat.

All you need to bring for your pet is their everyday essentials such as food, bedding, bowls, leads and doggy bags, plus a life jacket (we have a selection available if needed). Please note, we advise preventing your dog from drinking from rivers and swimming for safety reasons.

Where to go

There are all sorts of great places to take your pet on a Norfolk Broads holiday. You could take in the beautiful views and breathe the fresh air on a nature walk at places like North Burlingham Woodland Walks or Fairhaven Woodland and Water Gardens, where it’s just 40p entry for dogs on leads!

The 18-mile round trip from Aylsham to Wroxham on the Bure Valley Railway is also totally dog-friendly and costs just £4 per dog. Well-behaved dogs on leads are also welcome in select areas at Wroxham Barns – a perfect stop for a spot of retail therapy, with tasty food and drink and seasonal attractions to try too. For more ideas and suggestions from us click here.

Where to eat

Dog-friendly eateries can be found up and down the waterways and further inland on the Norfolk Broads, so you’ll be spoilt for choice for somewhere to stop for some tasty local food and drink on your boating holiday. The Acle Bridge Inn is high on our list of dog-friendly recommendations, serving up traditional food and light bites. The Kings Head Hotel is a great place to stop and relax with your pet in Hoveton, and in the southern Broads there’s The Ship in Reedham and Bear and Bells in the heart of Beccles.

What’s a holiday without an ice cream? You can enjoy a range of frosty treats from the Ice Float, which cruises along various locations on the waterways and even sells doggy ice cream! Discover more eating out options here.

Book your 2024 boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads with Richardson’s now and you’ll get our guaranteed best price as well as a low £50 deposit to pay. You’ll also earn a 10% loyalty bonus every time you book direct with us. Find out more here.