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Easter on the Broads: Friday 3 to Monday 6 April 2026
Experience the magic of the Norfolk Broads at Easter, and join us at Barton Turf, a place that provides us with a great base from which to explore. Families are certainly welcome.
The broads are a perfect spring paddle location
Come paddle through a 164-hectare nature reserve teeming with rare wildlife. Spring is prime time to hear the distinctive boom of Britain's elusive Bittern – and if you're lucky, spot one too. Keep your eyes open for kingfishers darting across the water, marsh harriers soaring overhead, and herons stalking the shallows. Previous groups have even encountered otters and seals!
Our base:
Barton Turf Activity Centre sits right on the edge of Barton Broad, giving us instant access to the connected rivers and broads network. After a day on the water, gather in the comfortable classroom space for trip planning, hot drinks, and evening socialising.
What's on offer
With three days of paddling, we will offer a range of trips that, as always will depend on the paddlers and the weather.
- Explore vast waterways from peaceful Barton Broad to expansive Hickling Broad
- Discover the hidden upper reaches of the River Ant or Waxham cut
and depending on the weather
- Experience sunrise or sunset paddles
- Gather around a communal fire for s'mores and stories
Hassle-Free Accommodation & Meals
We've partnered with Barton Turf Activity Centre to create an easy camping package. Your booking includes a communal Saturday night dinner, so you can focus on paddling. Optional add-ons available: Sunday dinner and breakfasts for all three mornings.
Each dinner is a fresh cooked main and puddling. Breakfast a a fresh cooked english breakfast, or a selection from that.
Cost
Three nights camping and Saturday night's dinner is £100
Additional costs
- To canoe on the Norfolk Broads either a toll must be paid, or British Canoeing membership needs to be held.
- Dilham canal charges its own toll.
- If we travel away from Barton Turn to paddle, access and car parking charges could apply