Links
Local information
The Broads Authority
The Broads Authority website contains information about current projects and future plans for the Broads as well as advice on planning a visit to the area.
Norfolk Broads.com
A webguide to East Anglia providing extensive information for tourists
http://www.Tournorfolk.co.uk A Guided Tour of Norfolk in pictures, to help you plan your visit showing you where to go, what to do and what to see. Fully indexed and easy to use.
http://www.visitnorfolk.com Tourist site full of information.
Places to eat within easy reach.
The Mermaid's Slipper
At Stalham Staithe opposite The Museum. Lunchtime snacks plus fine dining in the evening.
The Sutton Staithe Hotel
Just half a mile along the A149 (towards Gt. Yarmouth), or by river, take the right-hand fork, s.p. Sutton, aftter leaving the river Ant. A lovely traditional staithe-side pub and restaurant, serving a range of menus at reasonable prices. Tel.01692 580244 or visit www.suttonstaithehotel.co.uk for details.
The Wayford Bridge Inn
On The A2551/A149 just by Wayford Bridge Open all day for meals. Good food at reasonable prices. Tel 01692 582414 or visit http://www.maypolehotels.com for details.
The Norfolk Coast Partnership
Describes how the local landscape and its special wildlife are protected and enhanced for all those that live in and visit the area. There is an Easy Access Guide for disabled people and others visiting coastal areas, and includes Stalham in its listings.
Norfolk County Council
The official website of Norfolk County Council, the local authority for Norfolk .
Pete's Norfolk and Suffolk Cruising Guide
Useful facts about Broadland waterways with friendly information for cruising which may be difficult to find elsewhere.
East of England Tourist Board
Tourist information and an accommodation booking service.
Visit Norfolk
Plenty of information and help for visitors, including a calendar of local events.
News and information about what you can find in the other museums in Norfolk.
The Strupshaw Steam Museum
If you enjoyed our victorian steam launch "Falcon" you may like to visit this museum, just to the east of Norwich, specialising in all things powered by steam. http://www.strumpshawsteammuseum.co.uk
The Ashmanhaugh Light Railway
Also of interest for steam or train enthusiasts, young or old, try a visit to The Ashmanhaugh Light Railway a private minature steam railway in the garden of East View Farm Ashmanhaugh. Close to Wroxham Barns. Open days on the first Sunday of the summer months May -October. Details http://www:ashmanhaughlightrailway
If you want somewhere to stay close at hand try:--
http://www.dairybarns.co.uk for a delightful B & B.
http://www.cottageholidayhire.com
Travel
One - local train operators Now "National Express"
For train timetables and booking. Contains information on forthcoming local events.
Norfolk Countryside Access
If you are interested in exploring Norfolk 's countryside this is the site to find recommended walking routes and local maps.
Thinking of travelling by public transport? This comprehensive guide provides a journey planner, timetables and Park and Ride information.
Sustrans
Cycling and walking are ideal ways of seeing the local countryside. This website provides interactive cycle route mapping.
The History of the Broads
Old Maps
To find an old local map use the Gazetteer rather than the Search. The Stalham map shows the Museum site as it was in the nineteenth century.
Waterways
Canal junction
Discover the history of these remarkable boats and find out how you can take a trip on one.
Living Lakes
A guide to maritime heritage in the UK with details of museums, boats, ships, and waterside attractions.
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Waterscape
The leisure website of British Waterways, the public corporation managing 2000 mile of canals and rivers in Britain. The information and good links on this excellent website will enhance your visit to the Broads.
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Boats and Sailing
The Norfolk Wherry Trust
Discover the history of these remarkable boats and find out how you can take a trip on one.
Maritime Britain
A guide to maritime heritage in the UK with details of museums, boats, ships, and waterside attractions.
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Yacht Sailing Tuition
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Have a go at sailing a yacht, improve your skills or take an RYA certified course, while enjoyingthe beauty of Barton Broad in the company of an RYA Senior Instructor. For details visit http://www.trysailing.com or tel.01603 782897, or 07774112288
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The Vintage and Wooden Boat Association
Information on Broads Cruisers, both sail and motor.
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Richardsons Boat Hire: vist
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http://www.richardsonsboatingholidays.co.uk
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Windmills
Windmill archive
To find brief information and old photographs of Norfolk windmills, simply click on the word ' Norfolk ' on the webpage
Drainage mills
Old photographs of local mills can be found here.
Wind turbines
Wind turbines are now a feature of the Norfolk landscape, find out more about harnessing wind energy and link to the website of the famous EcoTech wind turbine.
Miscellaneous
Museum Documentation Association- mda
The mda provides resources, advice and support for the management of collections. The website has a link to the 24 Hour Museum.
EEMLAC
The East of England Museums, Libraries and Archives Council is the key strategic agency for museums, libraries and archives in the Eastern region.
The Arthur Ransome Society
Several of Arthur Ransome's books are set in the Broads. Discover more about his life, the locations and identities featured in his writings, and other Ransome-related information.
The International Boatbuilding College
The world's premier boatbuilding training centre is recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the British Marine Industries Federation. The college will be undertaking work on the lateener 'Maria'.
Sutton Staithe Hotel
A welcoming Riverside Hotel with good Food and Good prices.
http://www.suttonstaithehotel.co.uk