
Boating Holidays Boating Holidays in France Boating Holidays in Italy Boating Holidays in Ireland Boating Holidays in Belgium Boating Holidays in Netherlands Boating Holidays in Scotland Boating Holidays in England Boating Holidays in Germany Things to do on a Boating Holiday Articles	Learn to sail with a boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads Friday, 30, Jul 2010 04:24 If you're planning a boating holiday to the Norfolk Broads and are looking for excitement, you're sure to find it if you try out some of the watersport activities in the area. While many people opt for a UK boat holiday to relax and experience a slower pace of life drifting along the waterways, there's plenty of opportunity to really let loose and enjoy new experiences, too. A boating holiday to the Broads is a great way of seeing more of the region, which is the biggest protected wetland in the UK and has national park status. The area is popular with those passionate about sailing as a result of its watery location and boasts numerous yacht clubs. Why not take to the water on your UK boating holiday and experience the exhilaration of sailing for yourself? The pastime has been popular in the area since the waterways were opened up and there are numerous places across the Broads offering sailing facilities. In Norwich you'll find you can try your hand at the activity at Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre, or travel further afield to Stalham to have a go with Moonfleet Marine. Meanwhile, in Waveney, the Sailability organisation helps people with disabilities to take to the waves in a sailboat. There are also options to sail in Horning, Ludham and Catfield. Travel to the latter and you'll find the Norfolk Broads School of Sailing, where a range of options are available to cater for beginners to the most advanced sailors. A good option for those new to the pastime could be the school's Taste of Sailing days, which are carried out under the watchful eye of a trained supervisor. You can choose a half-decker, which is traditionally gaff rigged, or a larger cruising yacht for your sailing experience, with all boats used being specially made to not capsize. Enjoy four hours of fresh sea air as you learn the ropes and even take your friends or family with you, as up to four people can be on the boat at once. The school also runs courses on flotilla skills, which can help you hone your basic ability as well as develop the skills needed for Mediterranean flotilla. Additionally, it offers non-residential sailing tuition and can help advanced sailors achieve their International Certificate of Competence, which is particularly important for those who wish to sail in other parts of Europe. Why not call in at Horning Sailing Club during your boating holiday to the Broads? Established in 1910, the club is now one of the oldest in the area and has a programme of events throughout the year. Racing takes place on the river and the club also runs the Navigators and General Three Rivers Race in June across the Bure, Ant and Thurne, and the Horning Open Regatta at the beginning of August - both of which could be big draws for sailing fans. While in the area, you'll find plenty of more sedate activities to cater for your love of sailing. You might enjoy a visit to Lowestoft Maritime Museum by the coast at Oulton Broad, where you can view the international Sailing Craft Association's exhibit of boats from every continent. Or choose an offshore fishing trip or tour of the coastline and take in the sights of porpoises frolicking in the water and seals basking in the sun near Blakeney harbour. But if you're still hankering for some more on-water action, why not consider trying out some other watersports? If sailing has whetted your appetite for the excitement of the high seas, you could find Quayside Windsurfers has all the kit you need to try out the thrilling sport. If you'd prefer to explore the water, pay a visit to Norwich Scuba for scuba diving courses that cater for the whole family. Courses are offered for novices as well as expert divers from two hours in length, while children will also find specially developed lessons carried out in the safety of a pool. For more sailing on your boating holiday, head to Wroxham, where you'll find the Norfolk Broads Yacht Training Centre. Here you can learn to sail a 24 ft Pegasus yacht over the course of a full day, or even return the following day for further tuition. Experience the tranquillity of Barton Broad as you receive expert tuition and take in the rural setting, which is home to wildlife and rare flora and fauna. And where better to master the skill of sailing than in an unspoilt location with such a strong heritage in the sport?

Learn to sail with a boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads

Friday, 30, Jul 2010 04:24

If you're planning a boating holiday to the Norfolk Broads and are looking for excitement, you're sure to find it if you try out some of the watersport activities in the area.

While many people opt for a UK boat holiday to relax and experience a slower pace of life drifting along the waterways, there's plenty of opportunity to really let loose and enjoy new experiences, too.

A boating holiday to the Broads is a great way of seeing more of the region, which is the biggest protected wetland in the UK and has national park status. The area is popular with those passionate about sailing as a result of its watery location and boasts numerous yacht clubs.

Why not take to the water on your UK boating holiday and experience the exhilaration of sailing for yourself? The pastime has been popular in the area since the waterways were opened up and there are numerous places across the Broads offering sailing facilities.

In Norwich you'll find you can try your hand at the activity at Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre, or travel further afield to Stalham to have a go with Moonfleet Marine. Meanwhile, in Waveney, the Sailability organisation helps people with disabilities to take to the waves in a sailboat. There are also options to sail in Horning, Ludham and Catfield.

Travel to the latter and you'll find the Norfolk Broads School of Sailing, where a range of options are available to cater for beginners to the most advanced sailors. A good option for those new to the pastime could be the school's Taste of Sailing days, which are carried out under the watchful eye of a trained supervisor.

You can choose a half-decker, which is traditionally gaff rigged, or a larger cruising yacht for your sailing experience, with all boats used being specially made to not capsize. Enjoy four hours of fresh sea air as you learn the ropes and even take your friends or family with you, as up to four people can be on the boat at once.

The school also runs courses on flotilla skills, which can help you hone your basic ability as well as develop the skills needed for Mediterranean flotilla. Additionally, it offers non-residential sailing tuition and can help advanced sailors achieve their International Certificate of Competence, which is particularly important for those who wish to sail in other parts of Europe.

Why not call in at Horning Sailing Club during your boating holiday to the Broads? Established in 1910, the club is now one of the oldest in the area and has a programme of events throughout the year. Racing takes place on the river and the club also runs the Navigators and General Three Rivers Race in June across the Bure, Ant and Thurne, and the Horning Open Regatta at the beginning of August - both of which could be big draws for sailing fans.

While in the area, you'll find plenty of more sedate activities to cater for your love of sailing. You might enjoy a visit to Lowestoft Maritime Museum by the coast at Oulton Broad, where you can view the international Sailing Craft Association's exhibit of boats from every continent. Or choose an offshore fishing trip or tour of the coastline and take in the sights of porpoises frolicking in the water and seals basking in the sun near Blakeney harbour.

But if you're still hankering for some more on-water action, why not consider trying out some other watersports? If sailing has whetted your appetite for the excitement of the high seas, you could find Quayside Windsurfers has all the kit you need to try out the thrilling sport. If you'd prefer to explore the water, pay a visit to Norwich Scuba for scuba diving courses that cater for the whole family. Courses are offered for novices as well as expert divers from two hours in length, while children will also find specially developed lessons carried out in the safety of a pool.

For more sailing on your boating holiday, head to Wroxham, where you'll find the Norfolk Broads Yacht Training Centre. Here you can learn to sail a 24 ft Pegasus yacht over the course of a full day, or even return the following day for further tuition. Experience the tranquillity of Barton Broad as you receive expert tuition and take in the rural setting, which is home to wildlife and rare flora and fauna.

And where better to master the skill of sailing than in an unspoilt location with such a strong heritage in the sport?