If you plan on visiting Norfolk Broads, then be sure to rent a boat or canoe to enjoy the beautiful rivers of the area.

(TRAVPR.COM) UNITED KINGDOM - May 17th, 2013 - Everyone needs a little R&R every now and then, and vacation time is best spent away from home. Your extended leave should be spent somewhere where you can forget about the nonstop pace of everyday living and just enjoy your surroundings with your spouse and children.

There are many spots where you can pick out a place to spend a weekend getaway. For those that enjoy being near a body of water and partaking in water based activities, Herbert Woods is one location to consider.

Herbert Woods is a boat yard founded in 1926 and contains a fleet of over 120 cruisers that vacationers can rent and tour the Norfolk Broads with. Its name is derived from its founder Herbert Woods who operated a boat building yard with his family. The location provides cottages for rent, and the scenery is absolutely stunning with the diverse wildlife and exotic plants that populate the area.

Once you check into a cottage, there are many activities you can participate in with your family. The area has various family friendly attractions that include museums, galleries, adventure parks, spas and shopping centers. There is something to cater to different tastes and vacationers of all kinds.

If you are staying in Herbert Woods, however, then one adventure you cannot skip out on are the day tours that are available by boat or canoe. Norfolk Broads boat hire provides day boats that can accommodate up to eight passengers. Operating lessons are available, and once you learn the basic operation controls, you and your family are well on your way to enjoying the lush scenery as you traverse the waters. You can rent the boat for a single hour or even for the entire day.

Boat hire Norfolk Broads also provides Canadian canoes that can fit three people. The canoes are easy to operate; if you can paddle, then you can navigate a canoe, and it is a great way to experience the tranquility of the river. Once you rent a canoe, you will be given a brief lesson and advice on the best destinations to go.

Norfolk Broads holidays are a great way to enjoy a vacation during certain times of the year. Depending on the time of year, tourists can enjoy seasonal events and festivals. So what are some of the activities that are available in the area? Some of the attractions available include the Sealife Center, Thirgby Wildlife Gardens, Amazana Zoo and Fairhaven Water Garden. For those that enjoy shopping and dining, some great locations include the Reedham, the Great Yarmouth and a farmer's market called the Acle. Additional activities like biking and golf are also available.

The Norfolk Broads is one of the most beautiful and scenic areas in the United Kingdom. If you enjoy tours by the water, then Norfolk boat hire provides your choice of various cruisers and canoes that you can rent and enjoy a splendid afternoon with. Norfolk Broads boating is an exhilarating experience that all nature and outdoor lovers should not skip out on.

For more information please visit http://www.herbertwoods.co.uk

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