Thorpe St. Andrew, Norwich
Pick from easy-to-handle electric boats or canoes, and choose a route that fits your time and pace. Pass reed beds, riverside pubs, and quiet corners of the Broads.
It’s quick and easy to secure your boat. Choose your time, check availability, and get everything you need in one place. No experience needed.
We care about these rivers. That’s why our boats are quiet, clean, and low impact. We’re a small, local team helping you explore the Broads with care and ease.
Our FAQs cover safety, what to bring, where you can stop, and more. Get clear answers so you can plan with confidence.
Got a question FOR Boat Hire Norwich or need help planning your day? Call, message or drop by our launch point beside the Rushcutters pub.
At Boat Hire Norwich (formerly Thorpe Island Boats), you can experience the Norfolk Broads at your own pace.
Whether you choose a quiet paddle in a canoe, or a smooth ride in one of our spacious and modern electric boats, you’ll enjoy calm waters, open skies, and a real sense of escape.
Set off from the garden area of the Rushcutters pub and explore the rich wildlife, history, and scenic views of the river Yare and Wensum. It’s the perfect day out for couples, families or small groups looking to switch off and enjoy nature.
If you have never paddled a canoe before, our Swedish built ‘Linder’ aluminum canoes are an excellent choice. Their wide beam and flat hull shape combined with a keel band, are features that provide paddlers with a very stable and straight tracking canoe.’
Booking Cut-Off Times
To ensure everything is ready for your arrival, all bookings must be made at least 30 minutes before your chosen start time. Same-day bookings are welcome, just make sure you book in time! Any slots that are no longer available will be automatically removed from the booking form. If you’ve missed the cut-off and would like to check last-minute availability, please call us directly.
Our electric day boats offer the perfect way to explore the beautifully scenic rivers Yare and Wensum. Relax with family and friends as you navigate the waterways aboard our spacious, comfortable electric boats and take a moment to admire the diverse abundance of wildlife as your craft quietly cuts the water.
Booking Cut-Off Times
To ensure everything is ready for your arrival, all bookings must be made at least 30 minutes before your chosen start time. Same-day bookings are welcome, just make sure you book in time! Any slots that are no longer available will be automatically removed from the booking form. If you’ve missed the cut-off and would like to check last-minute availability, please call us directly.
Experience the tranquillity of the river with our eco-friendly electric boats. Quiet, easy to handle and perfect for couples, families or friends seeking a peaceful day on the water surrounded by nature. Relax, explore and enjoy a memorable escape.
Set off from Thorpe St Andrew and leave the roads behind. The River Yare winds gently out of Norwich, offering a peaceful escape just minutes from the city. Whether you’re steering an electric day boat or paddling a canoe, you’ll feel the change instantly—the pace slows, the noise drops, and the water takes over.
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Boat hired as a gift for our anniversary June 24. Slightly nervous as new to canoeing but Mark put us at our ease with great instructions. The canoe was handmade and beautiful and easy to control. We set out for the countryside route which was amazing seeing lots of kingfishers, a buzzard and many other birds. Would highly recommend. Such a lovely relaxing morning! thanks Mark!
Had an absolutely lovely time there today for my 23rd birthday 🎉 the electric boats are fantastic, I loved being able to sit back and cruise with minimal effort, boats were comfy and spacious, scenery of what we saw was beautiful, we definitely want to come back for more sailing. Thank you Mark for a wonderful time, and James if you see this thank you too for taking me you're the best! Loved every second!
If you have never paddled a canoe before, our Swedish built ‘Linder’ aluminum canoes are an excellent choice. Their wide beam and flat hull shape combined with a keel band, are features that provide paddlers with a very stable and straight tracking canoe.’
Our electric day boats offer the perfect way to explore the beautifully scenic rivers Yare and Wensum. Relax with family and friends as you navigate the waterways aboard our spacious, comfortable electric boats and take a moment to admire the diverse abundance of wildlife as your craft quietly cuts the water.
