Lives of Victorians on the Norfolk Broads is revealed in 1886 photos set to fetch £50,000 at auction

A series of black and white photographs capturing life on the Norfolk Broads in Victorian times has emerged.  The charming photographs were discovered in a book titled ‘Life and Landscape on the Norfolk Broads’.  A rare intact copy of the book is being sold for £50,000.  There are various images showing locals harvesting reeds and taking … Read more

Over-friendly seal is escorted out of the Norfolk Broads after surprising beachgoers

You’ve sealed your fate! Over-friendly seal is escorted out of the Norfolk Broads after surprising beachgoers by jumping on their kayaks and paddle boards unannounced The animal, nicknamed Sally, delighted and shocked people having fun on water Some tourists even jumped in to swim with her at Womack Staithe near Ludham It is the fifth … Read more

On a slow boat to Norfolk: Taking the helm of a 40ft craft on the Broads

When you’re cruising on a boat at a stately six miles per hour, the last thing you’re fearful of is being caught speeding. Yet 6mph is the fastest speed you’re permitted to go on the Norfolk Broads, Britain’s largest protected wetland and third-largest inland waterway. But why on earth would you wish to go any … Read more