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Gt Yarmouth Moorings

Great Yarmouth Yacht Station Moorings

Length of Mooring = 535 Metres

Approx No. of Mooring = 107

Double-Alongside (AA)

Free Moorings - Maximum Stay 24 Hours

Anglers are welcome but must make way for boats seeking to moor

Danger: Do not swim from these moorings

*Information from Broads Authority.

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The medieval fishing port of Great Yarmouth is not only one of Norfolk’s earliest  seaside resorts – having attracted holidaymakers ever since 1760 – it’s also where the Broads flow into the sea and the  gateway between the Northern and Southern Broads river systems.

Whether you are crossing Breydon Water or simply exploring the length of the Bure make sure you stop off at Great Yarmouth to enjoy a day of traditional seaside fun. The town boasts miles of golden sandy beaches bordered by a huge range of attractions plus a historic town to explore and plenty of shopping options.

Fun at the seaside

Most visitors to Great Yarmouth head straight for its famous seafront – The Golden Mile – for its kitsch seaside experience.  This is classic bucket and spade country with Great Yarmouth’s wide, clean central beach offering the perfect place for the kids to play in the sand under the watchful eye of RNLI Lifeguards and the option of deck chair hire and donkey rides.

The beach is flanked by a host of dazzling attractions from amusement arcades to crazy golf.  There is an abundance of cafes, tea rooms and snack stands selling anything from cockles to candy floss, which is perfect to enjoy while meandering along the vibrant promenade between the two Victorian piers.

Don’t miss the Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach, which has the oldest wooden roller coaster in the country, the Scenic Railway, at the south end of the prom, or for little ones head to Joyland, next to the Britannia Pier in the north, for a ride on the world famous snails!   Also on the Golden Mile you will find the Great Yarmouth Sea Life Centre, Merrivale Model Village, bowling alleys and a cinema.

Great Yarmouth is a great place for an evening out and the weekly Wednesday night summer fireworks displays during the school holidays are a real highlight. The evenings start with live music at the Sea Life Centre Gardens from 8pm and culminate with a spectacular display at 10pm.

For more seaside entertainment it’s hard to beat the famous Hippodrome Circus and its water spectaculars (01493 844172). Alternatively, check out the events listings at the Britannia Pier Theatre. 01493 842209.

If you fancy a flutter visit one of Great Yarmouth’s many casinos or head slightly out of town for horse racing at Great Yarmouth Racecourse (01493 84252) If you prefer the Greyhounds don’t miss Yarmouth Stadium (01493 720343) which also hosts stock car races.

History and Heritage

To discover Great Yarmouth’s proud maritime heritage head to its Cultural Quarter on the South Quay where hundreds of fishing boats once docked on the River Yare to unload their catch. Packed full of museums and historic buildings you could spend a whole day admiring this area, which has everything from fine Tudor houses to row cottages as well as the remains of one of the most complete medieval town walls in the UK.

Sights not to be missed include:

• The award winning Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life (01493 743930)
• The Nelson Museum , which is the only museum in the world dedicated to our National Hero who had a strong connection with Yarmouth (Open: 1 February to 30 November. 01493 850698)
• The Nelson Monument/Norfolk Naval Pillar (Open: Sundays from June to August)
• The Tolhouse Gaol, which is one of the oldest gaols in the country telling tales of thieves, smugglers,witches and pirates (Open10am – 4pm Sunday to Friday during Norfolk school holidays only. 01493 858900)
• The LYDIA EVA – Yarmouth’s last steam drifter. Built in 1930 and now fully restored and moored on the South Quay the Lydia Eva charts the history of fishing in Great Yarmouth. (Open: May to October. 07500 603734.

If you are in need of some retail therapy Great Yarmouth town centre has plenty of shopping options from high street stores to unique, family-run shops.

The market, which is one of the largest and oldest town markets in the UK dating back to the early medieval period, is a great place to start your shopping experience.

The covered section of the market is open six days per week selling everything from fish and chips to groceries and household items. A larger open-air market takes place every Wednesday and Saturday year round, with an additional market visiting the town on Fridays in summer too. A wide range of high street brands and independent shops surround the market place.

If you are looking for a quaint shopping experience with lots of small boutiques visit the Victoria Arcade and the historic Rows leading off the market place. And for something more lively don’t miss the pedestrianised Regent Road, which runs between the town centre and the seafront and is beautifully lit up with street decorations at night.

If you are looking to stock up on food for your holiday Great Yarmouth has a number of supermarkets, including Aldi and Asda, which are a short walk from the moorings at Great Yarmouth Yacht Station.  Great Yarmouth also has a train station plus all the other amenities you might require from banks to pharmacies.

Great Yarmouth Yacht Station

Broads Authority managed yacht station on the River Bure on the outskirts of Great Yarmouth with quay attendant on site 8am-8pm from the Saturday before Easter until the first week of November. Mooring fee applies. Toilets, showers and rubbish disposal available. 01493 842794.

Great Yarmouth’s amenities can be reached on foot in the following walking time – railway station – 5 mins, town centre-10 mins, supermarkets-10-15 mins, seafront and beach-30 mins.

You won’t go hungry in Great Yarmouth.  Whatever your taste or budget there’s everything from snack stands to high end restaurants to enjoy but to whet your appetite here are some favourite spots:

Chico’s Restaurant Restaurant and bar serving steaks, seafood and Greek cuisine. Located on Marine Parade, near Joyland. Closed on Tuesdays.01493 856222.

Harry Ramsden Famous fish and chip restaurant and takeaway in a converted museum on Marine Promenade. 01493 330444.

The Quayside Plaza Portuguese and Mediterranean restaurant on South Quay. Closed Sundays. 01493 331777.

Food stalls on Great Yarmouth Market Going for a bag of chips on Great Yarmouth market is something of a local tradition!

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Visiting Great Yarmouth

The lively and vibrant seaside town of Great Yarmouth is alive with fantastic things to do, from visiting the beach to experiencing the unique water circus. With a great variety of places to eat, things to do, and places to see, make sure to pencil in a night or two for visiting Great Yarmouth if bright lights and excitement are what you’re after! This article will give you some helpful information when planning a trip to the seaside resort.

Mooring when Visiting Great Yarmouth

With its appeal to holidaymakers, the town has a yacht station where you can moor for a fee. With staff on hand to help and advise from 8:00am – 8:00pm, and there are toilet and shower facilities available as well as water. Just a short walk from the town, and half an hour from the seafront, the yacht station is in an ideal location for visiting from the Broads.

Leisure when Visiting Great Yarmouth

There’s a wealth of leisure in the seaside town! For a unique experience, try the Hippodrome Circus when they have a show on – with impressive acrobatic feats and water displays, the kids will love this one. On the seafront is the Pleasure Beach, perfect for thrill seekers and kids alike, this a variety of gentle rides and thrill rides and all sorts in between to cater for most. There are also a couple of adventure mini golf courses to choose from, as well as the Merrivale Model Village, a world of miniature exploration! Over the summer holidays on Wednesdays there is live entertainment on the SEALIFE Centre Gardens from 8:00pm, with seafront attractions open late for the main event of a free fireworks display at 10:00pm! Closer to the Broads is Burgh Castle, which overlooks Burgh Castle – a great heritage site. There’s so much to do in the seaside town, so why not take a wander and see what you can find?

Eating Out when Visiting Great Yarmouth

As with leisure, there is  possibly even more places to eat out in Great Yarmouth ! The Burlington Palm hotel serves fresh and local fish, whereas Lek Thai on the Golden Mile pairs great customer service with the best that Thailand has to offer. For those after a more grown up eating experience, try Pamela’s Restaurant, which is praised for its high-class cuisine and excellent service. Good for families with pups is the Marnine Family Pub. Having been in business for over 30 years, the Marine Family Pub offers a warm atmosphere with a wide variety of drinks to pick from. They also serve traditional pub fare, and have even been known to whip up a dog’s dinner upon request!

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Photo by David Street, Nick Marshall &  Andrew Florides, courtesy of Great Yarmouth Borough Council.

Mooring at Yarmouth Yacht Station, coming from the northern rivers

Mooring at times other than Low or Slack Water

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Getting through Great Yarmouth means crossing Breydon Water which can be rough in high winds.

This means planning ahead and crossing at the right times at low water. Don't attempt to cross in fog.

You'll need to cross Breydon Water if you want to cruise between the northern rivers (Bure, Ant and Thurne) and the southern rivers (Yare, Chet and Waveney).

If in doubt whether it's safe to cross, call Broads Control on 01603 756056 or Great Yarmouth Yacht Station on 01493 842794.

• Time your arrival in Great Yarmouth to coincide with low water levels. The best time to arrive is around one hour after low water, when the tidal flow is at is slowest, known as slack water. At slack/low water the current is weaker so it's easier to moor and there is more room under bridges.
• If you try to cross at high water, you may not get under bridges and there is nowhere safe to wait for the tide to drop if you are on Breydon side. To find out when low water is at Great Yarmouth Yacht Station check the tide tables.
• It will take about 2¼ hours to get to Great Yarmouth from Acle and about 2 hours from Reedham or St Olaves.
• Stay within posts - there is shallow water outside the posted channel.
• Everyone should wear a life jacket, but especially when crossing Breydon Water.
• Make sure your mobile phone is charged.

You can download a  Download a map and instructions (PDF) here.

Ranger patrols on Breydon

Regular ranger patrols are made to coincide with high tide at Great Yarmouth Yacht Station during the summer and updates are passed regularly to the Yacht Station and Broads Control. If in doubt, check with Great Yarmouth Yacht Station 01493 842794. Passage should not be attempted in fog.

You'll find additional information from rangers in our Breydon navigation notes .

Breydon Water byelaws

Broads Authority Speed Limit Byelaws apply on Breydon Water although there are no speed limits. All vessels must exercise care navigating this stretch under the Broads Authority Navigation Byelaws .

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