It’s a tranquil way to travel, but Norwich has long trailed in the wake of Cambridge when it comes to the pleasures of punting.
Norfolk boat-builder Haines Marine is adding two new models to its range of river boats.
The Broads Authority has pledged to improve safety on Breydon Water after signing an historic agreement to take over control of the inland waterway from Great Yarmouth Port Authority.
Police have warned people to “make sure river water isn’t your last drink” after two people worse the wear for alcohol had to be rescued from Norfolk waterways.
Major progress is being made by Marine East, the East of England industry body which recently announced an offensive to win business and thousands of new jobs servicing the forthcoming multi-billion pound windfarm operation in the North Sea.
The Viking 20 is small but has a lot going for it, seeming especially suited to the waterways of East Anglia. Steve Cox tries out this neat, economical Essex-built boat