Ferry Marina

Ferry Marina: boat hire and accommodation in the Norfolk Broads

Ferry Marina operates in Horning, on the banks of the River Bure, in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. The company presents itself as a base for exploring the rivers, villages and broads of the area, with more than 125 lock-free navigable miles. Its activity combines river cruiser hire, day boat hire and self-catering holiday accommodation.

All-inclusive cruiser fleet

The cruiser catalogue is organised by capacity, from boats for 2 people up to units for 8 or more. The company describes its fleet as small and well maintained, and notes that it welcomes pets on most boats. Among the models advertised are Amber Emblem, Aqua Emblem, Azure Emblem, Brilliant Emblem, Bronze Emblem, Crystal Emblem, Emerald Emblem, Garnet Emblem, Golden Emblem, Golden Emblem 2, Graceful Emblem, Gracious Emblem, Ivory Emblem, Jade Emblem, Jasmine Emblem, Mercury Emblem, Onyx Emblem, Opal Emblem, Opal Emblem 2, Platinum Emblem, Platinum Emblem 2, Radiant Emblem, Rose Emblem, Royale Emblem, Ruby Emblem, Ruby Emblem 2, Sapphire Emblem, Silent Emblem, Silver Emblem, Silver Emblem 2, Solitaire Emblem, Star Emblem, Sun Emblem, Tanzanite Emblem, Topaz Emblem, Turquoise Emblem, Whisper Emblem, White Emblem and Zircon Emblem.

The cruiser rate is presented as all inclusive: fuel, parking, wifi, recovery insurance and accidental damage waiver. The company stresses that the price shown is the final price, with no hidden extras. Stays can be booked for 3, 4, 7, 10, 11 or 14 nights, with the option of flexibility on the arrival date of up to seven days either way.

Day boats

As well as overnight cruisers, Ferry Marina hires day boats in three styles, with capacity for 6, 10 or 12 people. The available models are Admiral, Bosun and Skipper, and the site includes specific video tutorials for each of them.

Self-catering accommodation

The accommodation offer covers apartments and cottages of different sizes, some described as spacious and of a superior category, with views over the main river or over the marina itself. The booking search tool allows filtering by capacity, from 1 to 10 people, and by stays of 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 14 or 21 nights. Among the accommodation identified is Anchor Lodge.

Marina, boatyard and services

Ferry Marina has its own marina and boatyard, and includes among its sections boatyard and maintenance services, as well as information on waterway conservation.

Booking and customer service

Booking can be made online through the availability search tool. The company states that its team is on hand at the quay and that hire includes fuel, parking, wifi, recovery insurance and damage waiver. The site also offers boating guides, FAQs about cruisers and cottages, and the option to request a brochure.

Promotions shown on the site

The site displayed a 20% discount on last-minute bookings and reference prices for several boats: Onyx Emblem (2 people) from £775 for 4 nights, Ruby Emblem (4 people) from £752, Golden Emblem (4 people) from £942 and Solitaire Emblem (4 people) from £968. It also advertised cruises in May from £569 all inclusive, a 20% discount on Easter breaks and a £50 deposit to secure a 2026 booking.

Location and contact

Ferry Marina, Ferry Road, Horning NR12 8PS · Telephone: 01692 631111 · Email: sales@ferry-marina.co.uk · Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 08:00-17:00