Posts tagged ‘Broads Authority’

May 25, 2023

Boating News – Works near the Ribs of Beef PH, River Wensum

The Broad Authority has given notice that the ‘Ribs of Beef’ PH will be undertaking maintenance work to the quay heading adjacent to the property, on the River Wensum near Fye Bridge (Norwich).

Note that vessels may be temporarily restricted and regulated in their movement in the vicinity of the bridge from Tuesday 30 May until Friday 16 June 2023, 08:30hrs to 16:00hrs.

Please contact the Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1RY Tel (01603) 610734 if additional information is required.

https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/boating/navigating-the-broads/boating-news/navigation-restriction-due-to-works-near-ribs-of-beef-ph

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May 18, 2023

Boating News – Navigation restriction on River Waveney

The Broads Authority has given notice that the Highways Authority will be undertaking a principle inspection of the River Waveney Bridge, Norwich Road (A146), Beccles using underbridge equipment.

Vessels may be temporarily restricted and regulated in their movement in the vicinity of the bridge from Monday 5 until Tuesday 6 June 08:30hrs to 16:00hrs.

For more information and a map please see: https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/boating/navigating-the-broads/boating-news/navigation-restriction-due-to-inspection-of-a146-bypass-bridge

April 27, 2023

Boating News – Navigation Restriction: Reedham, River Yare Confluence of New Cut

We have received notice that Reedham Marina Ltd will be undertaking dredging works to their Marina area adjacent to New Cut River Yare.

Please note that vessels may be temporarily restricted and regulated in their movement in the vicinity of the works from Monday 24th April until 11th May 2023  – 08:00 hours until 16:30 hours.

Please see the Broads Authority website for further information:https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/boating/navigating-the-broads/boating-news/navigation-restriction-reedham,-river-yare-confluence-of-new-cut

March 31, 2023

Update – NTM 10 of 2022 – delays to refurbishment works to Neatishead Staithe

NTM Update – The ongoing refurbishment works to Neatishead Staithe have been delayed due to unexpected delays in our work programme. The mooring will remain closed until 17 April 2023. Please find attached the new NTM.

Boaters are asked to use alternative moorings at Gay Staithe, Paddy’s Lane (Barton), Irstead or How Hill over this time.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by these delays.

https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/boating/navigating-the-broads/notices-to-mariners

February 5, 2023

Boating News – Tree works on the River Wensum

The Broads Authority have given notice that Norwich City Services Ltd will be undertaking tree surgery works over the River Wensum using over-sailing lifting equipment and barges.

The tree pollarding works will take place between Foundry Bridge (on Prince of Wales Road) and Pull’s Ferry, and the material will be disposed of at the ‘Deal Ground’ Norwich.

Please note that vessels may be temporarily restricted and regulated in their movement in the vicinity of the works from Monday 13 February until Friday 17 February 2023, 08:30 – 16:00hrs daily.

January 17, 2023

NTM 01 and 02 of 2023 – Dredging on Upper Ant & Sutton Staithe Closures


The Broad Authority have issued two NTMs, NTM 01 and 02 of 2023 regarding dredging work on the Upper River Ant and a temporary closure of Sutton Staithe to facilitate the dredging works.

You can also find copies on our website: https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/boating/navigating-the-broads/notices-to-mariners

January 13, 2023

Broads Authority 13% toll charge increase approved

The Broads Authority have approved a 13% toll charge increase for this year.

The Chair of the Norfolk & Suffolk Boating Association has said, “Over some 18-years at least, Tolls have increased year-on-year to such an extent that where once The Authority was funded 60% by DEFRA, this proportion now approaches only 40%. DEFRA perceives a subservient Broads Authority able increasingly to pass-on pain onto Tolls income in order to fix its own operational underfunding.  Indeed, why should DEFRA pump more government funds in when Services appear to be holding up.

At some stage the Broads Authority needs to conduct a grass-roots stringent Savings-Exercise in order to report to DEFRA which existing Services will no longer be maintained [data suggest the savings-exercise be levelled at a 60% reduced level of Operations].”

Full details can be read online at: https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/23246809.broads-authority-13-toll-charge-increase-approved/

December 20, 2022

NTM 10 of 2022 – Closure of Neatishead Staithe 24hr mooring

Notice is hereby given that Neatishead Staithe 24hr mooring will be closed to navigation for re-piling and refurbishment work from Monday 23 January 2023 until Friday 31 March 2023.

If there is a specific need for access to the mooring please contact Adrian Sewell on 01603 756066.

Thank you for your patience whilst these works are undertaken, and please contact the Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1RY Tel (01603) 610734 if additional information is required.

November 26, 2022

Broads swing bridges Christmas opening times

Network Rail have informed the BA of the following information relating to the opening of Broads swing bridges on Christmas and Boxing Day 2022.

  • Somerleyton Swing Bridge will be left in the ‘open to navigation’ position on 25 and 26 December.
  • Reedham Swing Bridge will open on demand between 08:00 – 16:00 hrs on 25 and 26 December.
  • Normal services will resume after these dates, until spring 2023.

For information on the programme of works to upgrade the swing bridges, including how they are affected in spring 2023, please see the relevant Notice to Mariners: https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/boating/navigating-the-broads/notices-to-mariners

November 4, 2022

Urgent Boating News – Dangerous/unsafe tree at Neatishead Staithe

The BA have informed us that due to a dangerous tree adjacent to Neatishead Staithe, which has been assessed as a safety risk to persons and vessels using the site, they have taken the decision to temporarily close the mooring.

Emergency tree works to rectify the issue have been planned for 12 November 2022, after which the mooring will be opened again.

Signage and fencing is in place to prevent access to the staithe whilst these works are taking place.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.