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22/09/2025

Good morning all from Great Yarmouth Yacht Station.
The tides today 22/09/2025 for Great Yarmouth are High 10.57 hrs and Low 17.34 hrs.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept reservations or bookings for moorings. Please remember to always wear a life jacket.
If you have any questions, please ring the Yacht Station on 01493 842794 or 07766 398238.

21/09/2025

Good morning all from Great Yarmouth Yacht Station.
The tides today 21/09/2025 for Great Yarmouth are High 10.14 hrs and Low 16.58 hrs.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept reservations or bookings for moorings. Please remember to always wear a life jacket.
If you have any questions, please ring the Yacht Station on 01493 842794 or 07766 398238.

20/09/2025

Good morning all from Great Yarmouth Yacht Station.
The tides today 20/09/2025 for Great Yarmouth are High 09.30 hrs and Low 16.20 hrs.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept reservations or bookings for moorings. Please remember to always wear a life jacket.
If you have any questions, please ring the Yacht Station on 01493 842794 or 07766 398238.

Five new Members have recently joined the Broads Authority's Board, giving their time and expertise to help manage Brita...
19/09/2025

Five new Members have recently joined the Broads Authority's Board, giving their time and expertise to help manage Britain's largest protected wetland 📣

Gail Harris, Heather Hilburn, Curig Johnston and Tim Munday have all been appointed by the Secretary of State for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). James Reader also recently joined the Board as a co-opted Member from Suffolk County Council

The Broads Authority Board is made up of 21 appointed members, 10 of whom are appointed by the Secretary of State, 9 selected by local Councils and 2 from the Authority’s Navigation Committee.

Harry Blathwayt, Chair of the Authority said of the appointments:

“The Authority has always been blessed with a huge breadth of experience and knowledge provided by our Board Members. This tradition is set to continue judging by the impressive track records and enthusiasm displayed by our newest Members. I am confident that they will contribute fresh ideas as we explore new opportunities and navigate the challenges facing this very special landscape.”

Read more here: https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/news/broads-authority-board-welcomes-new-members

Image description: A scenic view of the Broads at Thurne, with a traditional mill and a small riverside cottage reflected in the calm water under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. Photograph by Tom Mackie

Invitation to tender – Supply and Installation of Solar Panels on Broads Authority BuildingsThe Authority is tendering f...
19/09/2025

Invitation to tender – Supply and Installation of Solar Panels on Broads Authority Buildings

The Authority is tendering for the design, supply, and installation of a solar photovoltaic (PV) system on a steel-framed building in Norwich (our Dockyard Facility).

An option in this scheme includes a complimentary PV system on an adjacent steel-framed building, which would require complete re-roofing prior to any PV installation.

Deadline for submissions - 11am on Friday 17 October 2025

For more information please see: https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/about-us/how-we-work/transparency/invitations-to-tender

Image description: Rows of dark blue solar panels angled under a bright blue sky with light, wispy clouds.

19/09/2025

Good morning all from Great Yarmouth Yacht Station.
The tides today 19/09/2025 for Great Yarmouth are High 08.39 hrs and Low 15.36 hrs.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept reservations or bookings for moorings. Please remember to always wear a life jacket.
If you have any questions, please ring the Yacht Station on 01493 842794 or 07766 398238.

18/09/2025

Good morning all from Great Yarmouth Yacht Station.
The tides today 18/09/2025 for Great Yarmouth are High 07.42 hrs and Low 14.43 hrs.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept reservations or bookings for moorings. Please remember to always wear a life jacket.
If you have any questions, please ring the Yacht Station on 01493 842794 or 07766 398238.

The Broads Authority is privileged to support the Baton of Hope UK Norwich event taking place this Wednesday 17 Septembe...
17/09/2025

The Broads Authority is privileged to support the Baton of Hope UK Norwich event taking place this Wednesday 17 September.

The Baton of Hope charity, created by families who have lost loved ones to su***de, is leading the UK’s largest su***de prevention campaign. With su***de still the biggest cause of death among men under 50 and young adults aged 20-34, the organisers describe the baton’s journey as both a rallying cry for change and a symbol of unity.

The Baton has been passed around towns, cities and counties across the UK and today it makes a tour of Norwich.

Our Rangers will be transporting the baton bearers along the river from the Jarrold Bridge, past Cow Tower, Bishop Bridge and Pull’s Ferry to the Norwich Yacht Station at Foundry Bridge (near the train station).

Getting out in the countryside and connecting with nature is a great way to boost your mental health. We are lucky to have the stunning Broads, idyllic beaches, lots of open spaces and parks on our doorstep where you can do just that, so we are proud to be involved in such an important message.

If you are in the Riverside area around 16:30 to 17:00 today, please give us a wave and show your support for this brilliant event and the importance of having conversations about mental health and su***de prevention.

Baton Of Hope UK Baton of Hope Tour25 - Norwich

Image description: An illustrated map of the Norwich Baton of Hope Tour. The route shows stops at key locations in Norwich: starting at the Norfolk Showground, then moving to the Sainsbury Centre, The Plantation Garden, Varah House (Samaritans), Chapelfield Gardens, Maddermarket, Norwich Cathedral, Norwich Train Station, and ending at Carrow Road football stadium. The River Wensum is shown running through the city. Footprints and arrows connect the locations. The Baton of Hope Norwich logo is in the top right corner, and the text “” appears at the bottom.

17/09/2025

Good morning all from Great Yarmouth Yacht Station.
The tides today 17/09/2025 for Great Yarmouth are High 20.27 hrs and Low 13.30 hrs.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept reservations or bookings for moorings. Please remember to always wear a life jacket.
If you have any questions, please ring the Yacht Station on 01493 842794 or 07766 398238.

Working with the local branch of the charity, we are pleased to have recently published a new page on our website with i...
16/09/2025

Working with the local branch of the charity, we are pleased to have recently published a new page on our website with information around the great work that the Waterways Chaplaincy do to support boaters in need.

Chaplains on the Broads are there to support everyone who uses the rivers and waterways, including holidaymakers, day trippers, anglers, or those working on the water.

However, a particular focus of their work is reaching out to ‘liveaboards’ or people who live permanently afloat on their boats.

Life afloat can sometimes be isolating and brings unique challenges, particularly in the winter months. Chaplains are there to listen, offer a friendly presence, and provide practical or pastoral help when it’s needed most. By walking the network of moorings and spending time on the water, they are available to anyone who may need a listening ear, a word of encouragement, or support in times of difficulty.

Chaplains can offer practical mental health support, assistance with accessing public services, help with completing paperwork and online forms, physical assistance such as delivering food/fuel/clothing, or simply provide a non-judgemental listening ear and some emotional companionship.

For the Broads area, the senior chaplain is Mike Cadman and he oversees a small team including Pete Gillett, Katy Prentice and Brian Clark. They work alongside both the Broads Authority and BroadsBeat within our area.

Referrals can be made directly through the Waterways Chaplaincy website or Rangers/Police can also put you in touch.

For more information see our website here: https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/boating/owning-a-boat/waterways-chaplaincy-support-for-boaters-in-need

Image description: Two people wearing black vests with 'Waterways Chaplain' written on the back, standing at a wooden gate by a canal path surrounded by trees and greenery.

There's just ten days left to give your views on the Local Plan for the Broads.Every local planning authority must have ...
16/09/2025

There's just ten days left to give your views on the Local Plan for the Broads.

Every local planning authority must have a Local Plan that sets out how its area will develop. Planning decisions must follow this plan unless there are strong reasons not to. By law, the plan must be evidence-based, realistic, and consistent with national policy (the NPPF). It should be clear, up to date, meet local needs, and reflect the views of the community.

This is the last round of consultation before we submit the Local Plan to the Planning Inspector for examination.

Visit the website link below to read more and take part (please note that comments on social media can't be included in the consultation).

Read more: https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/about-us/how-we-work/transparency/consultations

Image description: A poster featuring reeds in the Broads, the Broads Authority logo, and information about the Local Plan consultation.

16/09/2025

Good morning all from Great Yarmouth Yacht Station.
The tides today 16/09/2025 for Great Yarmouth are High 18.41 hrs and Low 11.50 hrs.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept reservations or bookings for moorings. Please remember to always wear a life jacket.
If you have any questions, please ring the Yacht Station on 01493 842794 or 07766 398238.

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