Relax & unwind at a multi-award winning destination! waveney river centre Holidays 2013 Lodges, Camping & Touring in Britain s Magical Waterland THERE S SO MUCH TO SEE & DO!
What s inside: Welcome to Waveney River Centre 03 Our history 04 A truly unique destination 06 Park facilities 08 Explore 10 Events 13 Lodge holidays 14 Buying a lodge 21 Camping & Touring 22 Ferry Marina 31 Map 32 Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk WELCOME TO YOUR PERFECT GETAWAY We are one of the greenest sites you ll find, and we don t just mean grass and fields! Our location on the Broads - one of Europe s largest wetlands - means that on-site activities can have a direct impact on the river and surrounding countryside, so we make every effort to minimise harmful effects where possible. We have also implemented many energy reducing initiatives which are clearly visible throughout the park. 02
waveney river centre WE RE AN AWARD WINNING DESTINATION! Waveney River Centre is the Broads multi-award winning destination, set in the beautiful surroundings of South Norfolk s Waveney Valley with stunning views across the river and marshes. The Park is a wildlife haven, where you can spend hours watching birds & insects from the peace & quiet of your holiday lodge or venture further along the river by cruiser or canoe. Our camping & touring park occupies an idyllic south-facing location overlooking the marina and river, and is open all year thanks to our ecofriendly, heated shower rooms. The park features a family-friendly pub, indoor heated swimming pool & café, children s play areas, convenience store, launderette and information centre. A short trip across the river on our new ferry takes you to Carlton Marshes nature reserve and the Angles Way long distance footpath, which passes through Oulton Broad and Beccles on its 77 mile journey. 2012/13 To find out more please call us on 01502 677 343 or alternatively visit our website www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk 03
Our HISTORY When you visit Waveney River Centre today you encounter a modern holiday destination with everything which today s holidaymakers expect. So it would be easy to overlook the history which has helped shape this beautiful area 04 We see ourselves as custodians of this special piece of the Broads and are proud of its heritage, so believe it s a story to be shared and may be another reason why our visitors return year after year, and why we are able to stand apart from other holiday parks. The site which Waveney River Centre now occupies and Burgh St. Peter staithe have played varied roles throughout history, including being the site where trading wherries would load and unload their goods, and for the ferry which allowed South Norfolk s residents to walk or cycle to Lowestoft fish market. The many photographs we have of our pub The Waveney Inn, or in its previous incarnation The Waveney Hotel, illustrate how time has evolved, yet this building has remained a landmark on the River Waveney, offering rest and respite to weary sailors or indeed holiday makers today! Another notable mark on the landscape of Waveney River Centre is the Church of St. Mary the Virgin in Burgh St. Peter, which for centuries was the church of the Boycott family who gave their name to the English language. Its unusual tower is said to be inspired by the Ziggerat temples of Iraq and local legend has it that the devil loaned a poor man money to build the church, and when Satan came to claim his dues the man escaped his fate by dying hours before and was safely buried in consecrated ground. During the Victorian era, Burgh St Peter became renowned for Frank Rice s Zoological Gardens, which featured bears, monkeys and a sacred white camel amongst its menagerie. The attraction was featured in Harry Blake s Yachting Guide of 1912, in which he also told potential holidaymakers that a visit to the local inn must not be missed, for many a good yarn may be heard spun by veteran wherry and yacht skippers, who know little of other life besides that of cruising up and down the Broads. Visitors would leave with the priceless knowledge that the church tower was in fact telescopic and was wound up at the beginning of each sailing season and wound down again to mark the onset of winter! The next chapter came in the 1960s with the expansion of the Broads holiday industry, and the first phase of Waveney River Centre s development as a visitor destination got under way. By the 1980s the business included a much expanded pub, additional marina and an indoor heated pool. Today, our award winning holiday park and marina is open year round and features luxury holiday lodges, 5 star camping and touring and boat hire. We are ever evolving to ensure Waveney River Centre meets the needs of our visitors, so who knows what lies in store for our truly unique destination in the years to come...
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A TRULY UNIQUE DESTINATION THIS PARK IS A GREEN CHAMPION! David Bellamy You might think that Waveney River Centre is just an ideal base for a holiday discovering the beautiful waterways of the Broads and soaking up the tranquil atmosphere as you recharge your batteries. 06 Of course, being located along the banks of the River Waveney, in a peaceful and rural location Waveney River Centre offers you exactly that, but we aim to be not only the base for your holiday, we want to be at the heart of it. You ll be amazed at the wide variety of facilities and activities which are on your doorstep, and because we know that no two families idea of what makes a perfect holiday is the same, you can choose what is right for you. Let the children discover their inner explorer, in Eddie s Secret Garden where they can spot insects and hide out in the willow huts, go for a dip in the indoor heated swimming pool - and if there is still some energy left before bedtime the children s play area should sort that out! For the walkers and ramblers amongst you, across the river from the Park is the Angles Way footpath and Carlton Marshes nature reserve. A renowned habitat for many species of wildlife, this is one place to make sure your camera is at the ready! Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk Of course, a holiday on the Broads isn t complete without a trip on the river, but how you choose to set about your explorations is up to you! Will it be on one of our day cruisers? Are you feeling daring enough for a canoe? You could even take in a slice of history aboard Betsie Jane 1930s classic river launch and let her skipper be your guide. We aren t just about the adventure though, we know you need the conveniences too. With our family friendly pub, pool and cafe, on site store which stocks some of the best local produce Norfolk and Suffolk have to offer, and unrivalled touring and camping facilities Waveney River Centre has all the ingredients for you to create a truly memorable holiday in one beautiful and genuinely unique place.
Help us to Protect The Broads The Broads is Britain s magical waterland, a uniquely beautiful environment shaped by people working hand in hand with nature over thousands of years. Waveney River Centre are supporting The Broads Trust and Carlton Marshes, to help fund projects to ensure that the Broads are kept just the way they should be for the benefit of local communities and visitors alike. As part of our commitment to protecting the Broads landscape a voluntary donation of 1 will be added to your bill which goes to local environment and conservation projects. ENJOY GIVE PROTECT 07
PARK FACILITIES AT WAVENEY RIVER CENTRE There s a vast range of places to go, things to do and choices of where to eat available to all Waveney River Centre guests. You ll be spoilt for choice every day of your holiday. Mariner s Store The Mariner s Store is a bold architectural statement which has created a new landmark on the River Waveney. The store stocks fresh and convenience foods, confectionery and drinks, as well as camping, boating and fishing gear and a range of locally produced food and gifts to take home as souvenirs. Eddie s Pool and Cafe Eddie s Pool features an indoor heated swimming pool and spa located in an attractive building with views over the marina, river and marshes. Short break and weekly swimming passes are available for our touring & camping customers, whilst use of the pool and spa is included in our holiday accommodation prices. The Cafe serves a range of snacks and light bites. The Waveney Inn Our on-site pub has a friendly atmosphere and is open all day every day from Easter to October and lunchtimes and evenings throughout the winter. The pub features a family-friendly bar, dining area and separate games room, and there s entertainment throughout the season, including quiz nights and bingo. 08
HI, I M EDDIE THE CONSERVATION FISH. LOOK OUT FOR ME ON THE PARK, YOU CAN T MISS ME! Children s Play Area A popular feature with holidaying children and is suitable for all ages. Featuring an adventure climbing frame with scramble net, wobbly bridge, slides and swings. The adventure tower and balance trail are a great way to burn off all that energy! Eddie s Secret Garden Prof. David Bellamy says that we re a Wildlife Haven here at WRC - and he s not wrong! Our secret garden is a child s dream where they can play hide & seek in willow huts and check out the bugs in their hotels and stumpary. The garden is teeming with wildlife, including birds of all kinds, butterflies and ladybirds. Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk 09
EXPLORE Look what s on your doorstep! WE RE THE PERFECT DESTINATION Luxury Day Cruisers Our luxury, easy-to-drive, day cruisers are suitable for most weather conditions and feature a galley with hob and sink, seating area and WC. Full tuition is included and we can even provide you with packed lunches if you book in advance. Canoe Hire Our canadian canoes and sit-on-top kayaks are stable (as long as you re sensible!) and great fun for all the family. Tuition, buoyancy aids and paddles/oars are all included in the price Betsie Jane River Tours Old fashioned luxury aboard Betsie Jane a 1930s classic gentleman s launch. Skippered tours of the Southern Broads are available for full and half day charter - as well as for short trips during the summer holidays. Ferry Service - Opened by Prof. David Bellamy! In 2012 we revived the ancient ferry service across the River Waveney. A one minute trip aboard Eddie s Ternpike takes you to the edge of Carlton Marshes nature reserve. There s a circular walk through Carlton Marshes, whilst for hardcore ramblers the 77 mile Angles Way runs along the river s edge on its way from Great Yarmouth to Knetishall Heath calling at Oulton Broad, Beccles and Bungay en-route. A walk on the wild side! If it s wildlife you re after then look no further than Waveney River Centre. Whether you re spending time on the park exploring our wildlife garden or taking the short ferry trip across the broads to Carlton Marshes, you won t be disappointed by the array of species we have on our doorstep. From otters, kestrels and barn owls to orange tip butterflies and Norfolk Hawker dragonflies we have it all. Church walk Steeped in history the Church of St Mary the Virgin, adjacent to Waveney River Centre, is renowned for its unusual tower. Said to be inspired by the Ziggerat temples of Mesopotamia, it s an extraordinary mixture of the Victorian vison of mediæval architecture, coupled with the very personal taste of Sammuel Boycott. Fishing Angling is a popular sport with all ages and our riverside location is the ideal spot for pike, roach and bream. Rods, bait, starter fishing kits and other accessories are all available from our shop. Don t forget you will need to purchase a rod fishing licence from the Environment Agency which is available from a post office. Please note fishing is not permitted during the closed season 15 March - 15 June. 10
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Just look at what the surrounding area has to offer: Quintessentially English The town of Southwold is a must for any holidaymaker. With it s working lighthouse, beach huts, award-winning pier, busy harbour, cliff top cannon and, of course, the sandy beach, Southwold is a traditional English seaside town for all the family. The buzz of the city Norwich is only 30 minutes drive away. Take a tour of the city s historic castle, visit the open air traditional market or simply discover the unique array of shops Norwich has to offer. Capture the essence of a traditional market town. With picturesque towns such as Beccles, Bungay and Loddon on our doorstep there s no better place to capture the delights these traditional market towns have to offer. Whether you ve looking to immerse yourself in the quaint architecture and narrow streets of Beccles or you fancy sampling some of the traditional produce on offer at Loddon Market (Monday) then look no further than the Waveney Valley. Stately day out If it s a day of activity you re after then look no further than Somerleyton Hall. For parents and grandparents there s the great Somerleyton Hall, regarded as one of the best examples of an archetypal Tudor-Jacobean mansion and one of the most beautiful stately homes in Britain. Once you ve taken in the atmosphere of this great hall it s then off to explore the gardens and maze at your leisure. Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk 12
EVENTS From guided walks and wildlife photography courses to boat trips and magical story telling, you re sure to find something to keep the whole family occupied for hours! Here s a little taster of what we have on offer throughout 2013. Please refer to our website for full details www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk Wildlife photography workshop Starting at Waveney River Centre, you ll cross the River Waveney to explore Carlton Marshes. This course focuses on giving those new to photographing wildlife an opportunity to learn tips and techniques for getting the best out of your digital camera. Boat trip and bird watching day Skipper Paul and first mate Heidi welcome you onboard Betsie Jane - a 1930s classic boat - to observe tens of thousands of wading birds on their winter feeding grounds at Breydon Water. Trip includes refreshments, homemade cakes and lunch. Carlton Marshes guided walk A chance for the family to enjoy a great day out. A mixture of wildlife exploration, children s activities and a guided walk. An experience for the whole family. Inspired Writing in Extraordinary Locations Treat yourself to a complete writing weekend or even just a single day becoming immersed in the natural beauty of the Norfolk Broads. Workshops will be led by poet and story maker John Row aboard classic 1930s gentleman s launch Betsie Jane using the wild and unspoiled landscape of the Norfolk Broads. Storytelling John Row, international storyteller, will be appearing again at Waveney River Centre during the summer holidays, having had great feedback from his 2012 season. John s set is suitable for the whole family with a series of traditional stories from around the globe taking the audience on a wonderful journey through lands inhabited by strange animals, brave brothers, braver princesses, foolish young men, witches, dragons, kings, queens and tricksters. Get closer to nature Waveney River Centre is delighted to be working with the RSPB to help visitors make the most of their holiday in the Broads. The RSPB manages a number of nature reserves in the area and has unrivalled experience at bringing people and wildlife closer together. Whether you are exploring the Broads by boat, cycle or on foot, the RSPB can advise on the best places to get up close to the iconic wildlife of the Broads. Swallowtail butterflies, otters, kingfishers - there are so many beautiful species to enjoy here in the Broads, so visit www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk when planning your trip to see when the RSPB will be on hand to help put the wild into your holiday. 13
AMAZING LODGE HOLIDAYS 14 Our fabulous lodges are extraordinarily spacious and feature gorgeous views across the River Waveney. Furnished and equipped to a high standard with Freview digital TV & DVD player. Kitchens include oven, hob, fridge and microwave. Bed linen (duvets) and towels are included. We even provide bird feeders, so you can sit back and relax whilst watching the many species of birds we have tucking into their morning treat! Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND visit our website for lodge location Our impact on the environment is very important to us and that s why our team of Eddie s Angels only use Ecover products when cleaning our lodges. My top environmental tips on how to make your holiday a more eco friendly one 4 Use the facilities we have on-site rather than jumping in your car to go places. 4 Hire a canoe, rowing boat or bike from us it s a great way to get about! 4 Separate your waste and use our recycling facilities. 4 Turn off lights when you don't need them. 4 Keep your shower short and sweet - you re looking for quality not quantity! 15
Timber Lodges ASK ABOUT OUR PAYMENT PLAN SEE PAGE 20 FOR DETAILS Lound, Langley, Norton, Thorpe, Thurlton & Wheatacre Lodges Sleeps 4 Our two bedroom lodges are fully centrally heated, insulated and double glazed - making them ideal for holidays all year-round. The open-plan lounge/dining area opens out on to the balcony and adjoins the kitchen which features fully integrated appliances. The master bedroom has an en-suite shower room and large walk-in wardrobe. There is a further twin bedroom and a family bathroom. Pets are welcome in Wheatacre and Norton Lodges only. We loved our short break, very peaceful and lovely to see all the wildlife Kinsey family Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk 16
ACCESSIBLE LODGES Beccles & Bungay Lodges Sleeps 4 The lodges are fully centrally heated, insulated and double glazed - making them ideal for holidays all year-round. The open-plan lounge/dining area opens out on to the balcony and adjoins the kitchen which features fully integrated appliances. The master bedroom has an en-suite shower room, accessible to wheelchair users and people with limited mobility. There is a further twin bedroom and a family bathroom. This lodge has been designed with the needs of disabled customers in mind, with a single floor level throughout via a 1:12 ramp, wide doors, room for wheelchair turning and a wet room to the master bedroom. Excellent holiday and accommodation especially for my wheelchair bound dad. Loved the bird feeders in front of the lodge, it gave us a lot of pleasure bird spotting. Dearden family 17
COTTAGES & PENTHOUSES Barnby Cottage Sleeps 4-5 Barnby Cottage is an upside-down style cottage which is centrally heated and features an entrance hall, double room, twin room, single room and bathroom on the ground floor. On the first floor there is an open plan lounge/ diner/kitchen opening out on to the balcony overlooking the marshes. We really enjoyed our stay at your park. Thank you for being so welcoming and helpful - you were indeed a little oasis. Smith family Carlton & Oulton Penthouses Sleeps 4-6 or 8-10 when booked together Our penthouses are exceptionally spacious and well appointed, featuring fully integrated kitchen which includes a dishwasher and microwave. Digital TV & DVD and south-west facing balconies with superb views across the river and marshes. They are fully centrally heated, insulated and double glazed to current residential standards - making the penthouse ideal for holidays all year-round. The open-plan lounge/dining/ kitchen area opens out on to a very large balcony, which is also accessible from both the king size double and twin bedded rooms. The double room has an en-suite shower room, and there is a separate family bathroom. 18 We enjoyed our stay in the penthouse, the accommodation was good and the views stunning as we knew they would be. Jackson family
LARGER LODGES Chedgrave, Loddon & Mutford Lodges Sleeps 6 Aldeby & Reedham Lodges Sleeps 6 These lodges are fully centrally heated, insulated and double glazed - making them ideal for holidays all year-round. The open-plan lounge/ dining area opens out on to the balcony and adjoins the kitchen which includes a dishwasher and microwave. The master bedroom has an en-suite shower room and large walk-in wardrobe. There are a two further twin bedrooms and a family bathroom. We really enjoyed the holiday lodge, our grandchildren made friends with the ducks and enjoyed feeding them every day, they also liked to watch the birds feed from the feeder outside the lodge. Watson family Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk Spacious park-home style properties featuring a large balcony with fabulous views across the marshes and river. The lodges are fully centrally heated, insulated and double glazed - making them ideal for holidays all year-round. There is a large open-plan lounge and dining area opening out on to the balcony, and the fitted kitchen includes a dishwasher and microwave. The master double bedroom has en-suite shower room, and there are a further two twin bedded rooms and a family bathroom. Lodge was spacious, clean and well equipped. The staff friendly and helpful, same for the pub staff. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay to the point of wishing we had booked for a few more days. Laker family 19
LODGE PRICES TO BOOK An initial payment of 25% secures your booking, with the balance to be received by the company no later than 56 days before the holiday start date. Once a booking is confirmed you will be required to adhere to our terms and conditions (available on request or online at www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk) PAYMENT PLAN If you re booking ahead and you d prefer to spread the cost of your holiday, we re happy to set up a monthly instalment plan for you. We ll divide the total cost of your holiday into equal payments, so that you re all paid up 8 weeks before your holiday start date. Once you ve made your first payment, we ll take care of the rest. ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE You can arrive for your property from 4pm. If you arrive early you are welcome to visit the leisure centre or the Waveney Inn. Your property should be vacated by 9.30am on the last day of your holiday SECURITY DEPOSIT The security deposit of 50 per property will be refunded by the company at the end of your holiday (less any costs for breakages, damage etc). If the cost of making good any breakages or other damage is greater than the security deposit, you will be required to pay the excess to the company. PETS A max of 2 well behaved dogs are welcome in some of our lodges, please check individual descriptions. There is a charge of 35 per pet. SMOKING The company does not allow smoking within any of the properties. SWIMMING Use of the swimming pool is included in the cost of your holiday. WINTER HOLIDAYS All of our properties are available on a Friday or Monday start during the winter. ADDED EXTRAS:- PRICE PER ITEM SHORT BREAK WEEK WiFi 10 20 Family Ferry Pass 20 40 Slipway, trailer storage 25 50 Pets (selected lodges only) 35 35 Highchair / cot / bed guard 8 12 Secure bike stoarge 10 15 20 2013 prices include fuel & Elec Fritton Barnby Beccles, Lound & Thurlton Wheatacre Bungay, Langley & Thorpe Norton Carlton & Oulton Carlton & Oulton booked together Loddon Reedham Aldeby & Mutford Chedgrave Winter Fri /Mon Fri/Mon 29 Mar - 31 Oct Sat Pet 4 Jan -14 Feb 15 Feb 22 Feb - 21 Feb -14 Mar 15 Mar 29 Mar -28 Mar -11 Apr 12 Apr -2 May 3 May 24 May 31 May -23 May -30 May -27 Jun 28 Jun -11 Jul 12 Jul -18 Jul 19 Jul 30 Aug -29 Aug -5 Sep 6 Sep 20 Sep -19 Sep -3 Oct Week - 4 4 - - - - 284 398 284 398 484 427 484 512 569 484 427 341 284 398 228 484 Short Break - 4 4 - - - - 200 279 200 279 339 299 339 359 399 339 299 239 200 279 160 339 Week 4-4 - 352 440 352 440 615 440 615 747 659 747 791 879 747 659 527 440 615 352 747 Short Break 4-4 - 246 308 246 308 430 308 430 523 461 523 554 615 523 461 369 308 430 246 523 Week 4 4 - - 360 450 360 450 629 450 629 764 674 764 809 899 764 674 539 450 629 360 764 Short Break 4 4 - - 252 314 252 314 440 314 440 535 472 535 566 629 535 472 377 314 440 252 535 Week 4 4-4 360 450 360 450 629 450 629 764 674 764 809 899 764 674 539 450 629 360 764 Short Break 4 4-4 252 314 252 314 440 314 440 535 472 535 566 629 535 472 377 314 440 252 535 Week 4-4 - 360 450 360 450 629 450 629 764 674 764 809 899 764 674 539 450 629 360 764 Short Break 4-4 - 252 314 252 314 440 314 440 535 472 535 566 629 535 472 377 314 440 252 535 Week 4-4 4 360 450 360 450 629 450 629 764 674 764 809 899 764 674 539 450 629 360 764 Short Break 4-4 4 252 314 252 314 440 314 440 535 472 535 566 629 535 472 377 314 440 252 535 Week 4-4 - 360 450 360 450 629 450 629 764 674 764 809 899 764 674 539 450 629 360 764 Short Break 4-4 - 252 314 252 314 440 314 440 535 472 535 566 629 535 472 377 314 440 252 535 Week 4-4 - 648 810 648 810 1132 810 1132 1375 1213 1375 1456 1618 1375 1213 970 810 1132 648 1375 Short Break 4-4 - 454 565 454 565 792 565 792 963 850 963 1019 1132 963 850 679 565 792 454 963 Week 4 4-4 395 494 395 494 691 494 691 839 740 839 888 987 839 740 592 494 691 395 839 Short Break 4 4-4 276 345 276 345 483 345 483 586 518 586 621 690 586 518 414 345 483 276 586 Week 4 4 - - 395 494 395 494 691 494 691 839 740 839 888 987 839 740 592 494 691 395 839 Short Break 4 4 - - 276 345 276 345 483 345 483 586 518 586 621 690 586 518 414 345 483 276 586 Week 4-4 - 395 494 395 494 691 494 691 839 740 839 888 987 839 740 592 494 691 395 839 Short Break 4-4 - 276 345 276 345 483 345 483 586 518 586 621 690 586 518 414 345 483 276 586 Week 4-4 4 395 494 395 494 691 494 691 839 740 839 888 987 839 740 592 494 691 395 839 Short Break 4-4 4 276 345 276 345 483 345 483 586 518 586 621 690 586 518 414 345 483 276 586 4 Oct -24 Oct 25 Oct -31 Oct 1 Nov -19 Dec 20 Dec -2 Jan
Want your very own Norfolk Holiday Lodge? Beautiful holiday homes to purchase on the stunning Norfolk Broads. Relax and unwind in your very own holiday lodge and enjoy all the facilities on offer at Waveney River Centre. With the lodges secluded amongst this beautiful setting, a handy convenience store is situated just a stone s throw away to buy your morning paper. You can grab a coffee at the on-site café and into the evening you can enjoy great food and a drink at the friendly local pub. We are a small, family-owned Park and are proud to offer a personal service to all our customers. We have been awarded the David Bellamy Gold Conservation Award for the last 4 years as well as the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence for our centre s recent achievements in both conservation efforts and customer service. For more information visit www.norfolkholidaylodges.co.uk or call us on 01502 677343 21
CAMPING & TOURING With fantastic southfacing views across the marina, river and marshes, our familyoriented touring and camping site is the idyllic location for your holiday or weekend away. Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk 22
RELAX IN STYLE BY THE RIVER We ve got everything on site to make your stay with us a real home from home. Our luxury wetrooms all include shower, wash basin, WC, hair dryer, shaver socket, folddown seat and under floor heating for your comfort. We also like to make it easy for families - our larger wetrooms feature a baby changing mat and toddler seat. 2012/13 23
FACILITIES FOR CAMPING & TOURING We make sure the facilities which make your stay a comfortable and enjoyable one are to the highest standard. We can accommodate up to 18 touring caravans or motor homes, and 35 tents on the park. All our pitches are on level ground with fantastic views across the marina. Our pitches range from 30-120sqm and you MUST make sure that your chosen pitch is big enough for your tent, guy ropes and car when you book. All pitches on our main camping area have electric hookup as standard. As personally suggested by David Bellamy, we ve done some planting between our pitches - so you may find yourself sharing with the butterflies. What you will find on-site: n Wash up area with hot and cold running water n Luxury wet rooms each feature shower, basin, WC, hair dryer, shaver socket and fold-down seat. We have one shower room designed for people with disabilities and two family size rooms with baby changing mat and a toddler seat. n On site launderette, with washing machines, tumble dryers, iron and a large sink n All of these are open 24 hours a day Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk 24
Please remember that we are a family park and small people will be trying to sleep when you re still awake. So, no loud noises or vehicle movements are allowed after 9pm. 25
CAMPING Teal, Mallard, Bittern, Moorhen & Coot Pitches Tents / trailer tents All our pitches are on level ground with fantastic views across the marina. Family pitches are no less than 8m x 9m overall, whilst our premium Coot pitches are now a frankly enormous 12m x 10m which must surely be enough for anyone. All pitches have electric hookup as standard. 16 26 We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Waveney River Centre and the whole family agreed it is one of the best sites we have ever stayed on. The very modern and clean facilities are definitely something the staff/owners can be proud of. Shipsey family Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk
visit our website for pitch Location Native camping Pintail pitches For a quieter, more native camping experience, you can pitch alongside our mooring dyke. This area is particularly suitable for school parties, scout groups and other outward bound type adventures, as well as canoeists and anglers. There is no electricity, lighting or on-pitch parking on these pitches. My stay at your park was superb. Erecting my tent was very emotional but once we were up I could kick back and do all the man things camping involves. The scenery and location for an adventure was priceless and spending quality time with the kids priceless. Thank you very much. Woods Family 27
TOURING visit our website for pitch Location Kingfisher, Grebe & Heron Pitches Caravan / Motorhomes Our touring caravan & motor home pitches are all arranged on high ground overlooking the marina. All pitches are at least 8.5m wide plenty of room for your caravan, awning & car and have electric hookup. Our premier pitches also include water, digital TV and grey waste. The pitches are divided by native hedgerows, to give somewhere for our insect friends to take their holiday as well as marking your boundary. We stayed on a touring pitch at Waveney River Centre. The pitch was in an excellent location to look out on the glorious view of the marina. Toilets were clean and very well laid out. Loved the separate shower rooms, and the key code lock is an excellent idea. Blanchard family 28
WE RE ONE OF THE GREENEST SITES YOU CAN FIND. Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk My top environmental tips on how to make your holiday a more eco friendly one 4 Use the facilities we have on-site rather than jumping in your car to go places 4 Hire a canoe, rowing boat or bike from us it s a great way to get about! 4 Separate your waste and use our recycling facilities 4 Make sure you only use ecofriendly additives in your chemical toilet so that you don t wreck our treatment plant 4 Keep your shower short & sweet - you re looking for quality not quantity! 29
CAMPING & TOURING PRICES NEW for 2013 special offers! TO BOOK You can book online via our website www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk using our secure payment system. You can also book over the phone by calling us on 01502 677343. You can pay an initial payment of 25%, the balance (of your holiday cost) must be received by the company no later than 56 days before the holiday start date. Once a booking is confirmed you will be required to adhere to our terms and conditions (available on request or online at www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk). It is your responsibility to ensure that your tourer or tent (including guy ropes) as well as your vehicle fits within your pitch. PAYMENT PLAN If you re booking ahead and you d prefer to spread the cost of your holiday, we re happy to set up a monthly instalment plan for you. We ll divide the total cost of your holiday into equal payments, so that you re all paid up 4 weeks before your holiday start date. Once you ve made your first payment, we ll take care of the rest. ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE On arrival you will be shown your pitch location. If you need to arrive after 5.00pm then please ensure that you let our receptionist know so that alternative arrangements can be made. You will need to vacate your pitch by 11am on the last day PETS (charges apply) A maximum of 2 dogs per pitch are allowed. SWIMMING Swimming is NOT included in the price of your holiday. You can choose to pay as you go or you can purchase a family swimming pass in advance or on arrival. WI-FI Wi-fi access is subject to a fair use policy and can be purchased in advance or on-site. PARKING Your pitch price includes one car, which must be parked on the pitch*. (*excluding pintail pitches) BRINGING YOUR OWN BOAT Use of slipway, trailer storage & moorings must be booked in advance. (Broads Authority Short Visit Tolls can be purchased from reception.) Stay longer and save! When you visit us off-peak for a week or more, you get the benefit of our lower prices and receive one or more of these extras absolutely free! Holiday dates Ferry Pass Swim Pass WiFi Pass SAVE 3 Jan - 28 Feb 4 4 4 100 1-28 Mar & 14-30 April 4 4-80 6-23 May, Jun & Sep 4 - - 40 Oct 4 4-80 Nov & Dec 4 4 4 100 Touring % savings are based on weekly peak prices Pitch size width x length Caravan, awning & car must fit in your pitch 3 Jan - 28 Mar SAVE 50% 29 Mar - 1 Apr 2 Apr - 13 Apr 14 Apr - 2 May SAVE 15% SAVE 50% 3-5 May Night Week Night Night Week Night Week Night 6 May - 23 May SAVE 40% Per night Sun Fri -Thurs - Sat 24 May - 1 Jun Min 3 nights Week Night Week 2 Jun - 18 July SAVE 40% Per night Sun Fri -Thurs - Sat 19 Jul - 29 Aug Min 3 nights Week Night Week 30 Aug - 28 Sep SAVE 40% Per night Sun Fri -Thurs - Sat 29 Sep - 2 Jan SAVE 50% Week Night Week Heron 9m 6.5m 14 98 28 24 168 14 98 28 14 24 118 28 196 14 24 118 28 196 14 24 118 14 98 Grebe 9m 6.5m 15 105 30 25 175 15 105 30 15 25 125 30 210 15 25 125 30 210 15 25 125 15 105 Kingfisher 9m 9m 16 112 32 27 189 16 112 32 16 27 134 32 224 16 27 134 32 224 16 27 134 16 112 Super Kingfisher Camping % savings are based on weekly peak prices 9m 9m 18 126 36 31 3217 18 126 36 18 31 152 36 252 18 31 152 36 252 18 31 152 18 126 Pitch size width x length Tent, guy ropes & car must fit in your pitch 3 Jan - 28 Mar SAVE 50% 29 Mar - 1 Apr 2 Apr - 13 Apr 14 Apr - 2 May SAVE 15% SAVE 50% 3-5 May Night Week Night Night Week Night Week Night 6 May - 23 May SAVE 40% Per night Sun Fri -Thurs - Sat 24 May - 1 Jun Min 3 nights Week Night Week 2 Jun - 18 July SAVE 40% Per night Sun Fri -Thurs - Sat 19 Jul - 29 Aug Min 3 nights Week Night Week 30 Aug - 28 Sep SAVE 40% Per night Sun Fri -Thurs - Sat 29 Sep - 2 Jan SAVE 50% Week Night Week Pintail 6m 4m 10 70 18 15 105 10 70 18 10 15 80 18 126 10 15 80 18 126 10 15 80 10 70 Teal 5m 6m 11 77 22 19 133 11 77 22 11 19 93 22 154 11 19 93 22 154 11 19 93 11 77 Mallard 9m 8m 15 105 30 25 175 15 105 30 15 25 125 30 210 15 25 125 30 210 15 25 125 15 105 Bittern 10m 8m 16 112 32 27 189 16 112 32 16 27 134 32 224 16 27 134 32 224 16 27 134 16 112 Moorhen 10m 8m 16 112 32 27 189 16 112 32 16 27 134 32 224 16 27 134 32 224 16 27 134 16 112 Coot 12m 10m 19 133 38 33 231 19 133 38 19 33 161 38 266 19 33 161 38 266 19 33 161 19 133 ADDED EXTRAS:- PRICE PER ITEM DAY 3 DAYS WEEK Additional car in car park 5 15 35 Max of 2 dogs are allowed 2 6 14 Family swimming pass (2 adults & up to 4 children) 12 24 40 Family ferry pass 10 20 40 Slipway, trailer storage & mooring 10 25 50 Secure cycle storage 5 10 15 Wi-Fi connection (subject to network availability) 6 10 20 The information in this brochure was correct at the time of going to print. E&OE The management reserves the right to alter availability of facilities as may be dictated by circumstances. Photographs: Matt Keal, Hazel Funnell, Ruth Knight, Broads Authority, Tom Mackie, Bill Smith, Visit Norwich, Norfolk Tourism. 30
winners of BEST Hireboat Yard Check out ferry marina 2012 BROADS AWARDS Boating & Riverside Holidays from Horning Norfolk Ferry Marina is situated alongside the River Bure in the heart of the magical Norfolk Broads and is the perfect base for your boating holiday. With a fleet of over 35 holiday cruisers and 125 tranquil, lock free miles of wetland on offer we can accommodate couples, families and larger groups who are looking for that perfect getaway. Visit www.ferry-marina.co.uk to find out more. 31
MAP waveney river centre Holidays 2013 Lodges, Camping & Touring in Britain s Magical Waterland Waveney River Centre Staithe Road Burgh St Peter Norfolk NR34 0BT 01502 677343 info@waveneyrivercentre.co.uk www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk Call us on 01502 677 343 or visit us at: www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk www.facebook.com/ WaveneyRiverCentre www.twitter.com/ fishcallededdie