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There are a range of materials and methods that can be used and we will be happy to discuss these with you to find the right match for your boat.","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"7b274cfb5671852d","spikyText":"no travel, campsites, caravan parks, second homes, Suffolk coast, website, future trip","text":"The advice is not to travel at all - even to campsites, caravan parks or second homes whether for isolation purposes or holidays. People should remain in their primary residence to avoid putting extra pressure on local services. For now, please enjoy our website and look for inspiration for your future trip to the Suffolk coast so you are ready to visit as soon as we re-open!","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"negative","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"1fab2862b4e9b4a1","spikyText":"floating pods, houseboats, Beccles, Broads National Park, from £120","text":"Show Gallery (20 images) Cool Places 0 Hippersons Boatyard East Anglia Norfolk Beccles From £120 a night 6 Pods & Houseboats Boat Cabin Booking & Enquiries Visit Website Get the best rates with no commission when you book direct with our partner Get in touch with our partner directly Cosy, comfortable and award-winning floating pods and houseboats near Beccles in the Broads National Park Everyone knows there's nothing quite so much fun as messing about on boats, but what if you just want to enjoy the water without actually going anywhere?","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"aa924a1d2c9a7de3","spikyText":"floating hideaways, Broads National Park, Beccles","text":"Welcome to Hippersons Boatyard, whose cosy floating hideaways mean you can enjoy all the fun of the Broads National Park while staying in one place.","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"c9e03bb70e119034","spikyText":"Waveney River, nature lovers, adventure seekers, Norfolk, Suffolk Broads","text":"Menu About prev / next Back to About 0 Things to do and places to eat 0 Your Pet is welcome on Holiday at Hippersons 0 Fishing Holidays 0 Hippersons FAQ 0 Wildlife to keep an eye our for 0 Our Story 0 Environmental Matters 31 Mary's Yard Yarns 0 Our Policies, Protcols and Conduct 0 Wolf Way 0 Water and Wine package About Hippersons BoatyardNestled along the tranquil Waveney River, Hippersons Boatyard is a haven for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and those simply looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"2e1ef5b6c6051047","spikyText":"Waveney community, Norfolk, Suffolk Broads, authentic charm, modern amenities","text":"Hippersons Boatyard has been a part of the Waveney community for generations, serving as a gateway to the stunning waterways of the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads. Steeped in tradition, the boatyard has evolved over the years to provide modern amenities while maintaining its authentic charm. Plan your visit to Hippersons Boatyard today and explore the magic of the Broads.","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"f24187a218a52446","spikyText":"Carlton Marches, wildlife, habitat, cafe, post-explore treat, Suffolk Wildlife Trust","text":"Another great place for dogs and thier owners to explore is Carlton Marches, to protect the wildlife and delicate habitiat dogs need to be on a short lead, the cafe welcomes you all for a well deserved post explore treat https://www. suffolkwildlifetrust. org/carlton We all enjoy a day out.","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"b7e06d4441e390c2","spikyText":"lock box entry, any time arrival, torch, dark, parking, dedicated space, pets, quirky houseboats, Secret Garden, floating pods, pet-free","text":"However, if you use our lock box entry you can arrive at any time, although if you are arriving in the dark make sure to bring a torch to help you find your holiday home. Q: Is there parking? A: Yes, there is a dedicated space for each of our accommodations. Q: Are pets allowed at Hippersons? A: Pets are allowed on our quirky houseboats and Secret Garden, but the floating pods are pet-free.","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"ff0b072bb0b78e64","spikyText":"Wild Cat, My Floating Home, Channel 4, catchup, Series 4, Episode 1, canoes, SUPs, kayaks, licence, electric day boats, river Waveney","text":"If you want to see how Wild Cat was made then take a look at the episode on My Floating Home on Channel 4 catchup: Click here Series 4 Episode 1 Guests are welcome to bring their own canoes, SUPs or kayaks, just make sure you have the right licence. We also hire electric day boats if you want to explore the river Waveney.","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"763a0f363f5853dd","spikyText":"self drive day boats, canoes, paddle boards, pedal boat, wildlife, Broads, Paddle UK","text":"If you who want to get out and about and explore then we offer self drive day boats hire. Guests also welcome to bring their own canoes and paddle boards with them, just make sure your licence covers you for the Broads (Paddle UK is good). If you want to try something totally different our pedal boat for two is a wonderful way to see the wildlife.","confidence":0.6,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":4,"verified":false},{"id":"978949e37cd20f9b","spikyText":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year 2025, award, judges, service experience","text":"You and your companion will face each other, cycling towards each other to go forwards, and away from each other to reverse. It is a unique and gentle way to explore the river, and don’t forget to wave at the river bank dwellers as they spot the flags. Book Now Our Boats One 4 person electric boat: Catchalot. Four 6 persons electric boats: Otter Grebe, Teal and Bittern.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"positive","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"ae804285fdf248e9","spikyText":"six accommodations, Secret Water, sunrise-to-sunset deck, houseboats, dogs, larger groups, Secret Garden, field, booking widgets, direct booking","text":"A note on booking The six accommodations vary enough that it's worth being specific about which one you're after before contacting the yard. Secret Water is the most distinctive option and the most likely to book out first, given its singular position on the river and the sunrise-to-sunset deck. The houseboats in the basin are the practical choice for those with dogs or larger groups. Secret Garden, in its own field, sits apart from the water entirely — a different kind of stay. The yard's website lists all six with individual booking widgets. Direct booking avoids commission.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"f1b52e4656dafa5a","spikyText":"Top 3 England 2025, Visit England Bronze Award, experiences, Waveney Valley, day boats","text":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year 2025 What an honour it was to receive this award, the judges said “The welcome was exceptional… the overall service experience was warm, human, and far exceeded expectations” Top 10% of Hotels Worldwide We have been honoured to receive this award in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"positive","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"e44580a2ca3bd640","spikyText":"Pedal Boat, river exploration, unique, cycling, flags","text":"Top 3 England 2025 We are thrilled to have received a number of Awards and this Visit England Bronze Award 2025 make sun one of the top 3 national Glamping places to have your holiday, We provide experiences on site to help you explore the Waveney Valley by Water and land, these are available from Tuesday to Saturday :- Electric Day-boats (your boat for a day), and a romantic pedal boat for two.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"1a7852618d19cc0d","spikyText":"pedal boat, two, wildlife, Tuesday to Saturday, private fishing, houseboats, yard, pets, Swallows, Coot Club, Amazons, Secret Garden, booking, calendar","text":"If you want to try something totally different our pedal boat for two is a wonderful way to see the wildlife. All experiences are available Tuesday to Saturday. Private Fishing is permitted off the houseboats and around the yard. Pets cannot be accommodated on this accommodation, although Swallows, Coot Club, Amazons and Secret Garden do. Book using the calendar above to select your dates.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"8765771d05987cb9","spikyText":"electric boats, Catchalot, Otter, Grebe, Teal, Bittern, 4, 6 persons","text":"Contact us today to book one of our day boats and set sail on an experience you’ll remember forever! Pedal BoatLike boats? Like bikes? want to do something unique and quirky and have a little adventure of your own on the water? why not try the Pedal Boat, a totally different and extremely relaxing way to explore the river and get close to wildlife.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"66fc66f621abfb6b","spikyText":"pedal boat, two, wildlife, Tuesday to Saturday, private fishing, houseboats, yard, pets, Amazons, booking, calendar, £420, 2 night stay","text":"If you want to try something totally different our pedal boat for two is a wonderful way to see the wildlife. All our experiences are available Tuesday to Saturday. Private Fishing is permitted off the houseboats and around the yard. Amazons accepts well behaved pets. Prices start from £420 for a 2 night stay. Book using the calendar above to select your dates.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"ac224190c910c1e6","spikyText":"top 3 England 2025, Visit England Bronze Award, glamping, Waveney Valley, electric day-boats, pedal boat, Tuesday to Saturday","text":"Top 3 England 2025 We are thrilled to have received a number of Awards and this Visit England Bronze Award 2025 make sun one of the top 3 national Glamping places to have your holiday, We provide experiences on site to help you explore the Waveney Valley by Water and land, these are available from Tuesday to Saturday :- Electric Day-boats (your boat for a day), and a romantic pedal boat for two.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"positive","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"cfebcf4e9a049081","spikyText":"working yard, local wildlife, boats, day, buzz, day boat hire, canoe, kayak, SUPs, licence","text":"As a working yard share with the pleasant comings and goings of the local wildlife, during the day there are boats coming and going, so there is a real buzz about the place. To get out and about on the water to explore we offer day boat hire. You are welcome to bring your own canoe, kayak or SUPs, just make sure you have the right licence.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"27bd7a4b988ecbcc","spikyText":"sailing, sail pack, rowboat, local wildlife, buzz, boats, daytime","text":"If you feel like trying sailing, we can lend you a basic sail pack one afternoon. It fits onto your rowboat and you are ready for your own Swallows and Amazons adventure. As a working yard shared with the pleasant comings and goings of the local wildlife, during the day there are boats coming and going, so there is a real buzz about the place.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"51abc7424d6ebf5a","spikyText":"small, family, independent, Visit England Gold, Trip Advisor Travellers choice, Green Tourism Silver, Hippersons, boat owner service, boat builder, boat engineer, boat holidays, river","text":"We are delighted that our small, family, independent holiday location has been awarded Visit England Gold, Trip Advisor Travellers choice 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 and we also have achieve Green Tourism Silver. Hippersons is a wonderful place to bring the river to life, whether you are a first timer, or you return again and again to our wonderful yard, we can’t wait to welcome you.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"positive","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"9432752cb6fdb073","spikyText":"boat dwellers, service, boat builder, boat engineer, boat work, staff, boat holidays, river","text":"As boat dwellers we aim to give a service to all boat owners that we would expect ourselves. We employ a boat builder and a boat engineer, and are able to carry out most boat work on site with our own staff. Our staff love looking after you boats. The second part of the business is all about boat holidays, by the river, on the river and exploring the river.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"f110b0d6c8e1294d","spikyText":"holiday, Broads, water, stay, Broads National Park, Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, floating pod, houseboat, staycationer, dog-friendly, experiences","text":"Previous Next29 March 2023Add to My FavouritesRead our review If you’re planning a holiday on The Broads and want to make the most of this unique landscape then don’t just stay near the water, stay on it.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"114a015a146903c5","spikyText":"pump outs, diesel, gas, service pontoon, 11:00am to 3:00pm, Calor Gas, exchange basis, short supply","text":"Menu Pump out, diesel, and Gas Pump outs and diesel are available from our service pontoon between 11:00am and 3:00pm. Calor Gas cylinders are available on an exchange basis only, though often in short supply. We do recommend phoning in advance for a pump out, to ensure the mooring is clear for your arrival.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"74b27e22b1185bfa","spikyText":"environmental matters, custodians, Broads National Park, local green initiatives, Waveney Rivers Trust, native species, dragonflies, otters, marsh harriers, kestrels, barn owls, seal","text":"Little Black BookTravelHippersons Boatyard, BecclesEnjoy The Broads National Park from a different perspective – on a quirky and chic floating pod or houseboat at Hippersons Boatyard in Beccles. Perfect for every type of staycationer, the pods and houseboats sleep 4 (some allow dogs) and come with the chance to book experiences that will bring the river to life.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"51abf982725a8da3","spikyText":"Wolf Way, Hippersons, overnight stop, 4 guests, comfortable beds, decks, relax","text":"Menu WolfWay at Hippersons If you are riding the Wolf Way then we are happy to welcome you on a special overnight stop package at Hippersons. With our comfortable beds, and decks to sit and relax on, we make a great place to stop and unwind. What’s Included:Up to 4 of you can stay in one of our homes, subject to availability.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"633434d6b1795c5f","spikyText":"booking, email, deposit, £100, balance, £240, 4 cyclists, Wolf Way","text":"To book:E mail to request to your dates info@hippersons. co. uk If available for your night a deposit of £100 is required within 24 hours, the balance due a month before arrival. Price is £240 for up-to 4 cyclists. Please note this package is only available to those cycling the Wolf Way.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"0e2c44d80cc391ee","spikyText":"swans, cygnets, boatyard, nesting, feeding, spring, protective parents","text":"Menu Around the yard you will see: Mummy swan and her cygnets Our “pet” swans. They nest with us every year and we feed them all year round. We do sell bags of food if you want to feed them. In the spring you will see their cygnets, as they love nesting in the boatyard. Don’t go too close as they are very protective parents .","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"7a3fb3c1b65aba1d","spikyText":"boats worked, last few years","text":"The pictures and videos below show some of the boats worked on in the last few years.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"c59fca833e6655fc","spikyText":"Marsh harriers, bird of prey, long tail, light flight, shallow V, creamy heads, larger females","text":"When in our boatyard if you look behind Secret Garden, you will often see them circling above the marsh there. The Marsh harriers are a bird of prey of the Harrier sub family. It is the largest harrier and can be recognised, by its long tail and light flight with wings held in a shallow V. The female Harriers can be identified as they have creamy coloured heads and are larger than the male.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"a9a8e2beed849107","spikyText":"Waveney River Centre, Oulton Broad, 1 hour 45 minutes, scenery, famous reeds, boat stuck","text":"Continue on your journey and you will see some stunning scenery for the location and pass by lots of famous reeds in the river (remember to keep the boat out of these as you don’t want to get stuck). After approximately one hour and forty five minutes you will see the entrance to the Waveney River Centre, Oulton Broad is now only 30/40 minutes away.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"14cf411bf7377d33","spikyText":"Suffolk coast, attractions, hotels, bars, cafes, restaurants, Public Health England, World Health Organisation, closed","text":"PLAN YOUR FUTURE TRIP TO THE SUFFOLK COAST IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME The attractions and hotels, along with bars, cafes and restaurants in Suffolk are following the strict Public Health England and World Health Organisation guidelines to maintain public safety at all times, and are closed.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"de27218fb4edbb54","spikyText":"houses, landscaped gardens, jetty, boat house, traditional river cruises, 30 minutes","text":"After approximately half an hour on your port side you will see two magnificent houses with really beautifully landscaped gardens that finish at a purpose built jetty and a boat house, which often has a beautiful traditional river cruises moored inside.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"c12f748326b57438","spikyText":"Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, Suffolk, moorings, storage, repair, maintenance, dayboats, houseboats, Caravan Club, caravans, Norwich, diesel, pumpouts","text":"WebSite — Hippersons Boatyard — Family run boatyard located on the edge of Beccles, Suffolk. We offer moorings and storage for boats as well as repair and maintenance services. There are dayboats available for local trips and houseboats for longer stays. We are a Caravan Club Certified Location for up to five caravans, conveniently located for access into the town and on the bus route to Norwich.Diesel and pumpouts are available from our service pontoon.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"0ca6e7ec308480cd","spikyText":"eco hot tub, long hose, fire, water heats, local food, drink, Beccles, pets, wood","text":"The eco hot tub is a fun way to a spend an evening. With the very long hose you can fill the tub, and then light the fire, wait, relax while the water heats up. Whilst you are waiting indulge in some local food and drink produce that can be purchased in Beccles town. A pack of wood is included and additional wood can be bought on site if needed. Secret Garden welcomes well behaved pets.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"e3d16debf4e233ac","spikyText":"Secret Garden, pet friendly, east facing, river basin view, eco hot tub, garden space, Beccles","text":"Menu Secret Garden - Pet Friendly To book Secret Garden follow this link: https://hostandstay. co. uk/holiday-lets/beccles/secret-gardenSecret Garden is unique in the yard, it is east facing with an uninterrupted view across the river basin and is nestled in its own garden space. As the only land accommodation it also has an eco hot tub.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"6cf4301eb0c4c5a5","spikyText":"river activities, Beccles, River Waveney, dayboats, pedalboats, paddleboards","text":"Previous Next Lazy days & action stays on the river Time Out on the Water Whatever floats your boat, Beccles on the meandering River Waveney is sure to please. Dayboats, ‘stay’ boats, pedalboats or paddleboards; canoes, kayaks, charter boats or gentle ferry rides – choose your craft and go explore from Suffolk’s ‘Gateway to the Southern Broads’! Or why not cruise this way?","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"100d4e839038336b","spikyText":"houseboats, Secret Garden, Beccles, Suffolk, pets, private rowing boat, SUP lesson, guided canoe tour, parking, holiday hampers, picnics","text":"Pets are welcome on all houseboats, and Secret Garden, but Wild Cat and Secret Water are pet free. You can make stories together through shared experiences on the river, using your own private rowing boat included in your holiday, or adding a SUP lesson or a guided canoe tour. Private parking is available, yours will be named after your chosen hideaway, and trollies are provided to push your luggage with ease. In partnership with the Relish Cafe, holiday hampers and picnics can be provided, tantalising your tastebuds with what the local area has to offer.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"6c502de30e233062","spikyText":"Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, Suffolk, Norfolk Broads, local boatyard, contact, visit","text":"Enjoy the water at Hippersons Boatyard, the local boatyard of choice for locals in Suffolk and all across the Norfolk Broads. Contact us or visit our location in Beccles, Suffolk today!","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"7a2a5735dd822b44","spikyText":"mooring, Beccles Quay, Norfolk, Suffolk Broads","text":"Historic Beccles makes the ideal boating holiday or short break destination from the nearby waterways of the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads, and booking a mooring at beautiful Beccles Quay online couldn’t be easier. Fun times on the river From paws to oars, we’ve something for everyone to enjoy. So what’s it to be?","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"fc12322369b997dc","spikyText":"Gillingham Dam, Beccles, Suffolk, River Waveney, Hippersons Boatyard, moorings, storage, boat repairs, holiday destination, houseboats, glamping pod, rates, fibreglass, wooden boats, hull painting, in","text":"Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"c1729a2979034283","spikyText":"pet friendly, Hippersons Boatyard, dog food, Paw and Bone, day boats, happy memories","text":"Pet Friendly Holidays at Hippersons Boatyard Book Now 〰️ Book Now 〰️ We love meeting your pets and you when you come on Holiday with us, we have a special welcome treat from our local independent dog food provider Paw and Bone to make sure they have that holiday happy feeling. Our day boats are dog friendly, and many happy memories are made aboard them. Bookable at www. hippersons. co.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"cd97c5b9e150f8a6","spikyText":"accommodation, houseboats, Beccles, pets, Secret Garden, glamping pod, Secret Water, floating glamping pod, row boat, sail pack, LEADER fund","text":"Gillingham Dam sits on the Suffolk side of the River Waveney, just where Beccles begins to give way to the Southern Broads. Hippersons Boatyard has occupied this stretch for generations — first as a working yard offering moorings, storage, and boat repairs, and more recently as a self-catering holiday destination with six floating accommodations ranging from houseboats to a glamping pod that claims to be the first of its kind in the United Kingdom. Rates start from £120 a night. The workshop is still there, still taking fibreglass and wooden boats for hull painting and interior refit work. The holiday side has grown around it rather than replacing it.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"8cb091c40c088f81","spikyText":"Secret Water, Beccles, river view, sunrise, sunset, romantic breaks, families, wildlife, marsh harriers, herons","text":"What's on offer The accommodation splits into two broad types. The houseboats — Coot Club, Swallows, and a third — sit in the yard's mooring basin just off the main river. Each sleeps four. Pets are welcome on all three, as well as on Secret Garden, a glamping pod set in its own private field on the edge of Beccles. Secret Water is the outlier: a luxury floating glamping pod moored on the river itself, described on the site as the first of its kind in the UK. It is pet-free. Included in the hire price is use of a row boat; an upgrade with a basic sail pack is available for those who want it. Secret Water was made possible with support from the LEADER fund, a rural development programme, which gives some indication of the ambition behind it.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"23b6f8fdd21da0cc","spikyText":"Hippersons, Glamping Accommodation of the Year, 2025, top 10 per cent hotels, TripAdvisor, Visit England Bronze Award, top three glamping destinations","text":"Secret Water Of all the accommodations, Secret Water is the one that earns the most attention in the evidence. It faces Old Beccles bridge and the quay, and the deck at the front is positioned to catch both sunrise and sunset. The site describes it as a base for romantic breaks and special occasions, as well as for families after what it calls a 'Swallows and Amazons' experience — a reference that fits the setting well enough. The river view from a stationary boat is a different thing from the view from a moving one: slower, more attentive to what's actually there. Marsh harriers, herons, and other wildlife are noted as regular sightings by guests.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"positive","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"c46b1345ede12188","spikyText":"luxury floating glamping pod, Southern Broads, Waveney Valley, hot tub, sunrise, sunset","text":"For Romantic breaks, celebrating special occasions or time out with your own “Sparrows and Amazons” experience, Secret Water offers stunning views towards Old Beccles bridge and the quay, it provides a unique base from which to explore the local area and beyond. There is a generous deck at the front of Secret Water positioned so you can watch the sun rise and the sunset.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"3f9fa51b344b5afb","spikyText":"day-boat hire, Tuesday to Saturday, 09:00 to 17:00, self-drive, tides briefing, pedal boat, guided canoe tours, paddleboards, kayaks, Water and Wine package","text":"On the water Day-boat hire runs Tuesday to Saturday, 09:00 to 17:00. The electric day boats are self-drive; staff brief hirers on tides before departure, since the direction of travel affects how the river behaves. There is also a pedal boat for two — a bicycle-powered craft that moves slowly enough to get close to wildlife without disturbing it. Guided canoe tours are available, as are paddleboards and kayaks. The site also mentions a 'Water and Wine' package, though the specifics of that aren't detailed in the available material. Beccles itself is described by the local tourism body as Suffolk's 'Gateway to the Southern Broads', which gives a sense of the range of waterway accessible from here.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"8a83ea1928b7512f","spikyText":"floating glamping pod, Southern Broads, Waveney Valley, self-catering, unique experience","text":"Menu Secret Water Your widget will appear here. Secret Water is a luxury floating glamping pod, it is the first of its kind in the United Kingdom and will provide you with a totally unique and quirky self catering experience whilst you enjoy what the Southern Broads offer within the Waveney Valley.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"3e7807ee66b02a3f","spikyText":"pets allowed, Coot Club, Swallows, Secret Garden, not Secret Water, Caravan Club Certified, bus route, Norwich, walking distance, Beccles town centre, diesel, pump-out services, phone number, email","text":"Pets and practicalities The pet policy is worth noting clearly: dogs are welcome on Coot Club, Swallows, the third houseboat, and Secret Garden, but not on Secret Water. The boatyard is also a Caravan Club Certified Location for up to five caravans, on the bus route to Norwich, and within walking distance of Beccles town centre. Diesel and pump-out services are available from the service pontoon for those arriving by boat. The phone number is 01502 712 166; the email is info@hippersons.co.uk.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"ebb899c800f45929","spikyText":"board games, local snacks, pizza delivery, OakFired Pizza, river, Places to Eat, Award-winning pizza, Beccles, restaurants, cafes","text":"Borrow some board games from us, make sue you have plenty of local snacks, order a pizza delivery from OakFired Pizza and enjoy watching the water making shapes on the riverPlaces to Eat Award winning pizza Beccles has many good restaurants and cafes and all are just a short stroll from your houseboat.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"6aa287ab248ab2f9","spikyText":"floating pods, houseboats, Beccles, Suffolk, self-catering, river activities","text":"don’t forget one with the hot tub that’s near the river and not on it) Click on your holiday home picture to book now Secret Water Secret Garden - Pet Friendly Swallows - Pet Friendly Coot Club - Pet Friendly Wild Cat Island Floating Pod Amazons - Pet Friendly Enjoy River fun… …you make more stories together through shared experiences on the river, using your own private rowing boat, bring your own paddle craft or hire a day boat.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"a3d30d8cf00b36f3","spikyText":"Norfolk-Suffolk border, Waveney, Broads National Park, flat landscape, reed beds, grazing marsh, marsh harriers, herons, environmental page","text":"The setting Beccles sits on the Norfolk-Suffolk border, and the Waveney marks the boundary between the two counties along much of this stretch. The Broads National Park begins effectively at the boatyard's doorstep. The landscape here is flat and wide-skied — reed beds, grazing marsh, and the slow brown river threading between them. It is not dramatic countryside in the upland sense, but it has a particular quality of light and openness that people either find compelling or don't. The wildlife list — marsh harriers, herons — suggests the reed margins are in reasonable health. The boatyard's own environmental page exists, though its contents aren't detailed in the available material.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"02611350da29db55","spikyText":"Marsh trail, quay, marsh, river, walk, Beccles, Printing Press, beverage, Al Fresco dinner, holiday home","text":"Just want to go for a walk, then follow the Marsh trail which starts at the quay, and you can still around the marsh and by the river. After your walk you can take a stroll into Beccles, stop at the Printing Press for a well deserved beverage, and then shop for an Al Fresco dinner to take pack to your holiday home, and enjoy being just the two of you in our little piece of paradise.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"9420cba39146237b","spikyText":"houseboats, Secret Hideaways, Beccles, Suffolk, Broads National Park, River Waveney, pets, private rowing boat, SUP lesson, guided canoe tour, parking, holiday hampers, picnics","text":"Why not treat yourself, take some timeout from cooking and indulge in some local tastes with many award winning flavours nearby, from Neapolitan pizza to full English roasts.","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"eccbdbc6a578c1d9","spikyText":"dogs, Day-boats, quirky houseboats, Secret Garden, canoes, leads, yard, wildlife, tidy up","text":"A: Dogs are allowed on Day-boats and our quirky houseboats, and Secret Garden, some guests take their dog on canoes, but we don’t recommend this if it is your first time out. We politely ask that all dogs are kept on leads around the yard to protect the wildlife, and that you tidy up after your own dog. Q: Can I take alcohol on the boat?","confidence":0.44999999999999996,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":3,"verified":false},{"id":"49f45221be388123","spikyText":"walk, Marsh trail, quay, marsh, river, Beccles, Printing Press, beverage, Al Fresco dinner, holiday home, two of you","text":"Just want to go for a walk, then follow the Marsh trail which starts at the quay, and you can still around the marsh and by the river. After your walk you can take a stroll into Beccles, stop at the Printing Press for a well deserved beverage, and then shop for an Al Fresco dinner to take pack to your holiday home, and enjoy being just the two of you in our little piece of paradise.","confidence":0.3,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":2,"verified":false},{"id":"19dc605de38e7a99","spikyText":"pedal boat, two, wildlife, Tuesday to Saturday, Private Fishing, houseboats, yard, pets, Swallows, Coot Club, Amazons, Secret Garden, accommodation, calendar, booking","text":"If you want to try something totally different our pedal boat for two is a wonderful way to see the wildlife. All experiences are available Tuesday to Saturday. Private Fishing is permitted off the houseboats and around the yard. Pets cannot be accommodated on this accommodation, although Swallows, Coot Club, Amazons and Secret Garden do. Book using the calendar above to select your dates.","confidence":0.3,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":2,"verified":false},{"id":"4ab9b91dd3730358","spikyText":"pedal boat, two, wildlife, Tuesday to Saturday, Private Fishing, houseboats, yard, pets, Amazons, well behaved, prices, £420, 2 night stay, calendar, booking","text":"If you want to try something totally different our pedal boat for two is a wonderful way to see the wildlife. All our experiences are available Tuesday to Saturday. Private Fishing is permitted off the houseboats and around the yard. Amazons accepts well behaved pets. Prices start from £420 for a 2 night stay. Book using the calendar above to select your dates.","confidence":0.3,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":2,"verified":false},{"id":"2bf3e478dafd0726","spikyText":"Awards, Visit England Bronze Award 2025, Glamping, holiday, Waveney Valley, Electric Day-boats, pedal boat, Tuesday to Saturday","text":"Top 3 England 2025 We are thrilled to have received a number of Awards and this Visit England Bronze Award 2025 make sun one of the top 3 national Glamping places to have your holiday, We provide experiences on site to help you explore the Waveney Valley by Water and land, these are available from Tuesday to Saturday :- Electric Day-boats (your boat for a day), and a romantic pedal boat for two.","confidence":0.3,"sentiment":"positive","sources":2,"verified":false},{"id":"7f5fe00a55617ede","spikyText":"floating glamping pod, UK first, Southern Broads, Waveney Valley, self-catering","text":"Menu Secret Water Your widget will appear here. Secret Water is a luxury floating glamping pod, it is the first of its kind in the United Kingdom and will provide you with a totally unique and quirky self catering experience whilst you enjoy what the Southern Broads offer within the Waveney Valley.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"54d469e8bd3c646a","spikyText":"Secret Water, Old Beccles bridge, quay, sunrise, sunset, romantic breaks, families, wildlife, marsh harriers, herons","text":"Secret Water Of all the accommodations, Secret Water is the one that earns the most attention in the evidence. It faces Old Beccles bridge and the quay, and the deck at the front is positioned to catch both sunrise and sunset. The site describes it as a base for romantic breaks and special occasions, as well as for families after what it calls a 'Swallows and Amazons' experience — a reference that fits the setting well enough. The river view from a stationary boat is a different thing from the view from a moving one: slower, more attentive to what's actually there. Marsh harriers, herons, and other wildlife are noted as regular sightings by guests.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"e8315d081fe870b7","spikyText":"Pump outs, diesel, service pontoon, 11:00am to 3:00pm, Calor Gas cylinders, exchange basis, short supply, phone in advance","text":"Menu Pump out, diesel, and Gas Pump outs and diesel are available from our service pontoon between 11:00am and 3:00pm. Calor Gas cylinders are available on an exchange basis only, though often in short supply. We do recommend phoning in advance for a pump out, to ensure the mooring is clear for your arrival.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"ea4a83de834a9ca6","spikyText":"Marsh harriers, bird of prey, Harrier sub family, long tail, light flight, shallow V, creamy heads, larger females","text":"When in our boatyard if you look behind Secret Garden, you will often see them circling above the marsh there. The Marsh harriers are a bird of prey of the Harrier sub family. It is the largest harrier and can be recognised, by its long tail and light flight with wings held in a shallow V. The female Harriers can be identified as they have creamy coloured heads and are larger than the male.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"ec2349bad1d8aef8","spikyText":"Wolf Way, Hippersons, overnight stop package, comfortable beds, decks, relax, up to 4 guests, availability","text":"Menu WolfWay at Hippersons If you are riding the Wolf Way then we are happy to welcome you on a special overnight stop package at Hippersons. With our comfortable beds, and decks to sit and relax on, we make a great place to stop and unwind. What’s Included:Up to 4 of you can stay in one of our homes, subject to availability.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"32f01391534389ef","spikyText":"boats, worked, last few years","text":"The pictures and videos below show some of the boats worked on in the last few years.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"cff0edd927eb68dd","spikyText":"river activities, private rowing boat, paddle craft, hire day boat","text":"don’t forget one with the hot tub that’s near the river and not on it) Click on your holiday home picture to book now Secret Water Secret Garden - Pet Friendly Swallows - Pet Friendly Coot Club - Pet Friendly Wild Cat Island Floating Pod Amazons - Pet Friendly Enjoy River fun… …you make more stories together through shared experiences on the river, using your own private rowing boat, bring your own paddle craft or hire a day boat.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"38f3a8daf1a895cd","spikyText":"small, family, independent, Visit England Gold, Trip Advisor Travellers choice, Green Tourism Silver, Hippersons, boat owner service, boat builder, boat engineer, boat work, on-site, staff, boat holid","text":"We are delighted that our small, family, independent holiday location has been awarded Visit England Gold, Trip Advisor Travellers choice 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 and we also have achieve Green Tourism Silver. Hippersons is a wonderful place to bring the river to life, whether you are a first timer, or you return again and again to our wonderful yard, we can’t wait to welcome you.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"f1ff40100989b598","spikyText":"Hippersons, Glamping Accommodation of the Year, 2025, top 10 per cent hotels, TripAdvisor, 2021-2025, Visit England Bronze Award, top three glamping destinations","text":"The boatyard's record Hippersons received the Glamping Accommodation of the Year award in 2025 — the judges' remarks are quoted directly on the site. It has also been listed in the top 10 per cent of hotels worldwide on TripAdvisor for five consecutive years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. In 2025 it received a Visit England Bronze Award placing it in the top three glamping destinations nationally. These are not incidental details — for a small, independent boatyard on a Suffolk river, that kind of sustained recognition across multiple platforms over several years says something about consistency.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"4fba9724ca63d780","spikyText":"book, email, info@hippersons.co.uk, deposit £100, balance due a month before, price £240, up to 4 cyclists, Wolf Way package","text":"To book:E mail to request to your dates info@hippersons. co. uk If available for your night a deposit of £100 is required within 24 hours, the balance due a month before arrival. Price is £240 for up-to 4 cyclists. Please note this package is only available to those cycling the Wolf Way.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"8a017f849a303983","spikyText":"houses, landscaped gardens, jetty, boat house, traditional river cruises, half an hour, port side","text":"After approximately half an hour on your port side you will see two magnificent houses with really beautifully landscaped gardens that finish at a purpose built jetty and a boat house, which often has a beautiful traditional river cruises moored inside.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"e49c40c1b72d6843","spikyText":"Mummy swan, cygnets, pet swans, nesting, feed, spring, cygnets, protective parents","text":"Menu Around the yard you will see: Mummy swan and her cygnets Our “pet” swans. They nest with us every year and we feed them all year round. We do sell bags of food if you want to feed them. In the spring you will see their cygnets, as they love nesting in the boatyard. Don’t go too close as they are very protective parents .","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"ed75473f96b74423","spikyText":"attractions, hotels, bars, cafes, restaurants, Suffolk, closed, Public Health England, World Health Organisation","text":"PLAN YOUR FUTURE TRIP TO THE SUFFOLK COAST IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME The attractions and hotels, along with bars, cafes and restaurants in Suffolk are following the strict Public Health England and World Health Organisation guidelines to maintain public safety at all times, and are closed.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"negative","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"2a965cdc5002a1f1","spikyText":"floating glamping pods, houseboats, Beccles, Suffolk, self-catering","text":"Menu Stay Quirky Holiday Houseboats in Beccles, Suffolk Our Floating Glamping pods and houseboats make the perfect self-catering holiday homes for you, your loved ones and your friends, to make the space to create magical memories. You can bring the river to life with one of our waterside accommodations.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"1b910c67c8ed6b1b","spikyText":"Broads, holiday, unique landscape, stay on water, stay near water, Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, floating pod, houseboat, staycationer, sleep 4, dogs allowed, book experiences, river life","text":"Little Black BookTravelHippersons Boatyard, BecclesEnjoy The Broads National Park from a different perspective – on a quirky and chic floating pod or houseboat at Hippersons Boatyard in Beccles. Perfect for every type of staycationer, the pods and houseboats sleep 4 (some allow dogs) and come with the chance to book experiences that will bring the river to life.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"9da8e4f6f50ab9b7","spikyText":"day-boat hire, Tuesday to Saturday, 09:00 to 17:00, self-drive, pedal boat, guided canoe tours, paddleboards, kayaks","text":"On the water Day-boat hire runs Tuesday to Saturday, 09:00 to 17:00. The electric day boats are self-drive; staff brief hirers on tides before departure, since the direction of travel affects how the river behaves. There is also a pedal boat for two — a bicycle-powered craft that moves slowly enough to get close to wildlife without disturbing it. Guided canoe tours are available, as are paddleboards and kayaks. The site also mentions a 'Water and Wine' package, though the specifics of that aren't detailed in the available material. Beccles itself is described by the local tourism body as Suffolk's 'Gateway to the Southern Broads', which gives a sense of the range of waterway accessible from here.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"c9c77c082d335442","spikyText":"Marsh harriers, bird of prey, Harrier sub family, long tail, light flight, shallow V, creamy coloured heads, female larger than male","text":"When in our boatyard if you look behind Secret Garden, you will often see them circling above the marsh there. The Marsh harriers are a bird of prey of the Harrier sub family. It is the largest harrier and can be recognised, by its long tail and light flight with wings held in a shallow V. The female Harriers can be identified as they have creamy coloured heads and are larger than the male.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"e0ea0c5e14441046","spikyText":"moorings, storage, boatyard, repair, maintenance, Beccles, Suffolk, dayboats, houseboats, Caravan Club, diesel, pumpouts","text":"WebSite — Hippersons Boatyard — Family run boatyard located on the edge of Beccles, Suffolk. We offer moorings and storage for boats as well as repair and maintenance services. There are dayboats available for local trips and houseboats for longer stays. We are a Caravan Club Certified Location for up to five caravans, conveniently located for access into the town and on the bus route to Norwich.Diesel and pumpouts are available from our service pontoon.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"ea7e8add12985666","spikyText":"eco hot tub, long hose, fire, water heats, local food, drink, Beccles, well behaved pets","text":"The eco hot tub is a fun way to a spend an evening. With the very long hose you can fill the tub, and then light the fire, wait, relax while the water heats up. Whilst you are waiting indulge in some local food and drink produce that can be purchased in Beccles town. A pack of wood is included and additional wood can be bought on site if needed. Secret Garden welcomes well behaved pets.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"738d4e7e0da2dfc0","spikyText":"Waveney River Centre, Oulton Broad, 30/40 minutes, scenery, famous reeds, boat stuck","text":"Continue on your journey and you will see some stunning scenery for the location and pass by lots of famous reeds in the river (remember to keep the boat out of these as you don’t want to get stuck). After approximately one hour and forty five minutes you will see the entrance to the Waveney River Centre, Oulton Broad is now only 30/40 minutes away.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"53bc34f888b1e8ea","spikyText":"moorings, storage, boatyard, repair, Beccles, Suffolk, dayboats, houseboats, glamping pod, rates, £120","text":"Gillingham Dam sits on the Suffolk side of the River Waveney, just where Beccles begins to give way to the Southern Broads. Hippersons Boatyard has occupied this stretch for generations — first as a working yard offering moorings, storage, and boat repairs, and more recently as a self-catering holiday destination with six floating accommodations ranging from houseboats to a glamping pod that claims to be the first of its kind in the United Kingdom. Rates start from £120 a night. The workshop is still there, still taking fibreglass and wooden boats for hull painting and interior refit work. The holiday side has grown around it rather than replacing it.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"a15f9d311dd06d60","spikyText":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year 2025, Top 10% Hotels Worldwide, awards 2021-2025","text":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year 2025 What an honour it was to receive this award, the judges said “The welcome was exceptional… the overall service experience was warm, human, and far exceeded expectations” Top 10% of Hotels Worldwide We have been honoured to receive this award in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"f3efa9a2c1022d6c","spikyText":"Broads National Park, custodians, environment, care, legacy, future generations, Waveney Rivers Trust, local green initiatives, seeds, local sources, native species, wildlife, dragon flies, otters, ma","text":"Previous Next29 March 2023Add to My FavouritesRead our review If you’re planning a holiday on The Broads and want to make the most of this unique landscape then don’t just stay near the water, stay on it.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"23773c339cb28654","spikyText":"dogs allowed, Coot Club, Swallows, Secret Garden, not Secret Water, Caravan Club Certified, diesel services, phone, email","text":"Pets and practicalities The pet policy is worth noting clearly: dogs are welcome on Coot Club, Swallows, the third houseboat, and Secret Garden, but not on Secret Water. The boatyard is also a Caravan Club Certified Location for up to five caravans, on the bus route to Norwich, and within walking distance of Beccles town centre. Diesel and pump-out services are available from the service pontoon for those arriving by boat. The phone number is 01502 712 166; the email is info@hippersons.co.uk.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"644cf80d8e2b23c1","spikyText":"two houses, landscaped gardens, purpose built jetty, boat house, traditional river cruises, half an hour, port side","text":"After approximately half an hour on your port side you will see two magnificent houses with really beautifully landscaped gardens that finish at a purpose built jetty and a boat house, which often has a beautiful traditional river cruises moored inside.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"d2d9de070070e752","spikyText":"accommodation, houseboats, glamping pod, Beccles, pets, row boat, sail pack, LEADER fund","text":"What's on offer The accommodation splits into two broad types. The houseboats — Coot Club, Swallows, and a third — sit in the yard's mooring basin just off the main river. Each sleeps four. Pets are welcome on all three, as well as on Secret Garden, a glamping pod set in its own private field on the edge of Beccles. Secret Water is the outlier: a luxury floating glamping pod moored on the river itself, described on the site as the first of its kind in the UK. It is pet-free. Included in the hire price is use of a row boat; an upgrade with a basic sail pack is available for those who want it. Secret Water was made possible with support from the LEADER fund, a rural development programme, which gives some indication of the ambition behind it.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"af05f97a50fedd23","spikyText":"Secret Garden, pet friendly, east facing, river basin view, garden space, eco hot tub, booking link","text":"Menu Secret Garden - Pet Friendly To book Secret Garden follow this link: https://hostandstay. co. uk/holiday-lets/beccles/secret-gardenSecret Garden is unique in the yard, it is east facing with an uninterrupted view across the river basin and is nestled in its own garden space. As the only land accommodation it also has an eco hot tub.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"519e8880b53feffc","spikyText":"eco hot tub, long hose, fire, water heats, local food, drink, Beccles town, wood pack, Secret Garden, pets","text":"The eco hot tub is a fun way to a spend an evening. With the very long hose you can fill the tub, and then light the fire, wait, relax while the water heats up. Whilst you are waiting indulge in some local food and drink produce that can be purchased in Beccles town. A pack of wood is included and additional wood can be bought on site if needed. Secret Garden welcomes well behaved pets.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"a9ec170cc5592e94","spikyText":"Secret Water, glamping pod, Beccles, river view, sunrise, sunset, wildlife, marsh harriers, herons","text":"Secret Water Of all the accommodations, Secret Water is the one that earns the most attention in the evidence. It faces Old Beccles bridge and the quay, and the deck at the front is positioned to catch both sunrise and sunset. The site describes it as a base for romantic breaks and special occasions, as well as for families after what it calls a 'Swallows and Amazons' experience — a reference that fits the setting well enough. The river view from a stationary boat is a different thing from the view from a moving one: slower, more attentive to what's actually there. Marsh harriers, herons, and other wildlife are noted as regular sightings by guests.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"32d02e0f31a2b865","spikyText":"Top 3 England 2025, Visit England Bronze Award 2025, Waveney Valley, electric day-boats, pedal boat","text":"Top 3 England 2025 We are thrilled to have received a number of Awards and this Visit England Bronze Award 2025 make sun one of the top 3 national Glamping places to have your holiday, We provide experiences on site to help you explore the Waveney Valley by Water and land, these are available from Tuesday to Saturday :- Electric Day-boats (your boat for a day), and a romantic pedal boat for two.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"4f67b5dfb7a2f249","spikyText":"boats worked, years","text":"The pictures and videos below show some of the boats worked on in the last few years.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"f42dc2d10638223c","spikyText":"Norfolk-Suffolk border, Waveney, Broads National Park, flat landscape, reed beds, grazing marsh, wildlife, marsh harriers, herons","text":"The setting Beccles sits on the Norfolk-Suffolk border, and the Waveney marks the boundary between the two counties along much of this stretch. The Broads National Park begins effectively at the boatyard's doorstep. The landscape here is flat and wide-skied — reed beds, grazing marsh, and the slow brown river threading between them. It is not dramatic countryside in the upland sense, but it has a particular quality of light and openness that people either find compelling or don't. The wildlife list — marsh harriers, herons — suggests the reed margins are in reasonable health. The boatyard's own environmental page exists, though its contents aren't detailed in the available material.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"3d53cbeae77321bd","spikyText":"Beccles, River Waveney, dayboats, pedalboats, paddleboards, canoes, kayaks, charter boats, ferry rides","text":"Previous Next Lazy days & action stays on the river Time Out on the Water Whatever floats your boat, Beccles on the meandering River Waveney is sure to please. Dayboats, ‘stay’ boats, pedalboats or paddleboards; canoes, kayaks, charter boats or gentle ferry rides – choose your craft and go explore from Suffolk’s ‘Gateway to the Southern Broads’! Or why not cruise this way?","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"304295b9f4cb4913","spikyText":"Secret Garden, pet friendly, east facing, river basin view, garden space, eco hot tub, land accommodation, link","text":"Menu Secret Garden - Pet Friendly To book Secret Garden follow this link: https://hostandstay. co. uk/holiday-lets/beccles/secret-gardenSecret Garden is unique in the yard, it is east facing with an uninterrupted view across the river basin and is nestled in its own garden space. As the only land accommodation it also has an eco hot tub.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"b86eafd00a7bc97c","spikyText":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year, 2025, top 10 per cent, TripAdvisor, Visit England Bronze Award, 2025","text":"The boatyard's record Hippersons received the Glamping Accommodation of the Year award in 2025 — the judges' remarks are quoted directly on the site. It has also been listed in the top 10 per cent of hotels worldwide on TripAdvisor for five consecutive years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. In 2025 it received a Visit England Bronze Award placing it in the top three glamping destinations nationally. These are not incidental details — for a small, independent boatyard on a Suffolk river, that kind of sustained recognition across multiple platforms over several years says something about consistency.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"a936108d7c142410","spikyText":"Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, Suffolk, boatyard, locals, Norfolk Broads, contact, visit","text":"Enjoy the water at Hippersons Boatyard, the local boatyard of choice for locals in Suffolk and all across the Norfolk Broads. Contact us or visit our location in Beccles, Suffolk today!","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"3cbabe65b86b6e60","spikyText":"Beccles, mooring, River Waveney, Norfolk, Suffolk Broads","text":"Historic Beccles makes the ideal boating holiday or short break destination from the nearby waterways of the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads, and booking a mooring at beautiful Beccles Quay online couldn’t be easier. Fun times on the river From paws to oars, we’ve something for everyone to enjoy. So what’s it to be?","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"763492dc30ec735e","spikyText":"Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, Suffolk, local boatyard, Norfolk Broads, contact, visit","text":"Enjoy the water at Hippersons Boatyard, the local boatyard of choice for locals in Suffolk and all across the Norfolk Broads. Contact us or visit our location in Beccles, Suffolk today!","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"7c1d5dff2978f52f","spikyText":"day-boat hire, pedal boat, guided canoe tours, paddleboards, kayaks, Beccles, Southern Broads","text":"On the water Day-boat hire runs Tuesday to Saturday, 09:00 to 17:00. The electric day boats are self-drive; staff brief hirers on tides before departure, since the direction of travel affects how the river behaves. There is also a pedal boat for two — a bicycle-powered craft that moves slowly enough to get close to wildlife without disturbing it. Guided canoe tours are available, as are paddleboards and kayaks. The site also mentions a 'Water and Wine' package, though the specifics of that aren't detailed in the available material. Beccles itself is described by the local tourism body as Suffolk's 'Gateway to the Southern Broads', which gives a sense of the range of waterway accessible from here.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"f09bd31b3de9d527","spikyText":"day boats, pedal boat, river exploration, unique experience","text":"Contact us today to book one of our day boats and set sail on an experience you’ll remember forever! Pedal BoatLike boats? Like bikes? want to do something unique and quirky and have a little adventure of your own on the water? why not try the Pedal Boat, a totally different and extremely relaxing way to explore the river and get close to wildlife.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"f86bd040119294e0","spikyText":"Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, Suffolk, moorings, storage, repair, maintenance, dayboats, houseboats, Caravan Club, diesel, pumpouts","text":"WebSite — Hippersons Boatyard — Family run boatyard located on the edge of Beccles, Suffolk. We offer moorings and storage for boats as well as repair and maintenance services. There are dayboats available for local trips and houseboats for longer stays. We are a Caravan Club Certified Location for up to five caravans, conveniently located for access into the town and on the bus route to Norwich.Diesel and pumpouts are available from our service pontoon.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"595222f691f6a185","spikyText":"six accommodations, Secret Water, houseboats, Secret Garden, booking widgets, direct booking","text":"A note on booking The six accommodations vary enough that it's worth being specific about which one you're after before contacting the yard. Secret Water is the most distinctive option and the most likely to book out first, given its singular position on the river and the sunrise-to-sunset deck. The houseboats in the basin are the practical choice for those with dogs or larger groups. Secret Garden, in its own field, sits apart from the water entirely — a different kind of stay. The yard's website lists all six with individual booking widgets. Direct booking avoids commission.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"09cb70dc04af1f13","spikyText":"Pet Friendly Holidays, Hippersons Boatyard, Paw and Bone, dog food, day boats, dog friendly, memories","text":"Pet Friendly Holidays at Hippersons Boatyard Book Now 〰️ Book Now 〰️ We love meeting your pets and you when you come on Holiday with us, we have a special welcome treat from our local independent dog food provider Paw and Bone to make sure they have that holiday happy feeling. Our day boats are dog friendly, and many happy memories are made aboard them. Bookable at www. hippersons. co.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"1eece0105e10ade9","spikyText":"pets, houseboats, Secret Garden, Caravan Club, Beccles, diesel, pump-out, phone, email","text":"Pets and practicalities The pet policy is worth noting clearly: dogs are welcome on Coot Club, Swallows, the third houseboat, and Secret Garden, but not on Secret Water. The boatyard is also a Caravan Club Certified Location for up to five caravans, on the bus route to Norwich, and within walking distance of Beccles town centre. Diesel and pump-out services are available from the service pontoon for those arriving by boat. The phone number is 01502 712 166; the email is info@hippersons.co.uk.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"efdadfcac8523f1f","spikyText":"pet friendly holidays, Hippersons Boatyard, Paw and Bone, dog food, day boats, dog friendly, booking","text":"Pet Friendly Holidays at Hippersons Boatyard Book Now 〰️ Book Now 〰️ We love meeting your pets and you when you come on Holiday with us, we have a special welcome treat from our local independent dog food provider Paw and Bone to make sure they have that holiday happy feeling. Our day boats are dog friendly, and many happy memories are made aboard them. Bookable at www. hippersons. co.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"6ee9c399ee5d10f5","spikyText":"Norfolk-Suffolk border, Waveney, Broads National Park, Beccles, landscape, wildlife, marsh harriers, herons","text":"The setting Beccles sits on the Norfolk-Suffolk border, and the Waveney marks the boundary between the two counties along much of this stretch. The Broads National Park begins effectively at the boatyard's doorstep. The landscape here is flat and wide-skied — reed beds, grazing marsh, and the slow brown river threading between them. It is not dramatic countryside in the upland sense, but it has a particular quality of light and openness that people either find compelling or don't. The wildlife list — marsh harriers, herons — suggests the reed margins are in reasonable health. The boatyard's own environmental page exists, though its contents aren't detailed in the available material.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"9e76b57d40c98f36","spikyText":"electric boats, 4 person, 6 person, river activities","text":"You and your companion will face each other, cycling towards each other to go forwards, and away from each other to reverse. It is a unique and gentle way to explore the river, and don’t forget to wave at the river bank dwellers as they spot the flags. Book Now Our Boats One 4 person electric boat: Catchalot. Four 6 persons electric boats: Otter Grebe, Teal and Bittern.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"1a865f051b6374e8","spikyText":"houseboats, Secret Hideaways, Beccles, Broads National Park, River Waveney, pets, private rowing boat, SUP lesson, guided canoe tour, parking, holiday hampers","text":"Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4 Our Floating Glamping pods and houseboats, along with Secret Garden Glamping Pod ( the one in a field with a fire-pit and an eco hot-tub ), make the perfect place for you, your loved ones and your friends to make the space to create magical memories and escape the everyday. You can bring the river to life. Floating and nestling on the Broads National Park in the Suffolk market town of Beccles, where people and nature coexist seamlessly, on the beautiful River Waveney.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"21303744831f89d1","spikyText":"Secret Water, luxury floating glamping pod, UK, Southern Broads, Waveney Valley, hot tub, sunrise, sunset","text":"For Romantic breaks, celebrating special occasions or time out with your own “Sparrows and Amazons” experience, Secret Water offers stunning views towards Old Beccles bridge and the quay, it provides a unique base from which to explore the local area and beyond. There is a generous deck at the front of Secret Water positioned so you can watch the sun rise and the sunset.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"b31da5997d3a786a","spikyText":"booking, accommodations, Secret Water, houseboats, Secret Garden, Beccles, website","text":"A note on booking The six accommodations vary enough that it's worth being specific about which one you're after before contacting the yard. Secret Water is the most distinctive option and the most likely to book out first, given its singular position on the river and the sunrise-to-sunset deck. The houseboats in the basin are the practical choice for those with dogs or larger groups. Secret Garden, in its own field, sits apart from the water entirely — a different kind of stay. The yard's website lists all six with individual booking widgets. Direct booking avoids commission.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"98d90eb920c91c75","spikyText":"lock box entry, any time arrival, torch, dark, parking, dedicated space, pets allowed, quirky houseboats, Secret Garden, floating pods, pet-free","text":"However, if you use our lock box entry you can arrive at any time, although if you are arriving in the dark make sure to bring a torch to help you find your holiday home. Q: Is there parking? A: Yes, there is a dedicated space for each of our accommodations. Q: Are pets allowed at Hippersons? A: Pets are allowed on our quirky houseboats and Secret Garden, but the floating pods are pet-free.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"35a670ad7bd831f2","spikyText":"Secret Water, luxury floating glamping pod, UK, Southern Broads, Waveney Valley, self-catering","text":"Menu Secret Water Your widget will appear here. Secret Water is a luxury floating glamping pod, it is the first of its kind in the United Kingdom and will provide you with a totally unique and quirky self catering experience whilst you enjoy what the Southern Broads offer within the Waveney Valley.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"27c777567f3c4953","spikyText":"dogs, Day-boats, quirky houseboats, Secret Garden, canoes, first time, leads, wildlife, tidy up, dog","text":"A: Dogs are allowed on Day-boats and our quirky houseboats, and Secret Garden, some guests take their dog on canoes, but we don’t recommend this if it is your first time out. We politely ask that all dogs are kept on leads around the yard to protect the wildlife, and that you tidy up after your own dog. Q: Can I take alcohol on the boat?","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"60f6f332e68e32ac","spikyText":"houseboats, Secret Garden, Beccles, pets, private rowing boat, SUP lesson, guided canoe tour, parking, holiday hampers, Relish Cafe","text":"Pets are welcome on all houseboats, and Secret Garden, but Wild Cat and Secret Water are pet free. You can make stories together through shared experiences on the river, using your own private rowing boat included in your holiday, or adding a SUP lesson or a guided canoe tour. Private parking is available, yours will be named after your chosen hideaway, and trollies are provided to push your luggage with ease. In partnership with the Relish Cafe, holiday hampers and picnics can be provided, tantalising your tastebuds with what the local area has to offer.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"07dad55d2bdd9339","spikyText":"Secret Water, Secret Garden, Swallows, Coot Club, Wild Cat Island, Amazons, pet-friendly, river, hot tub","text":"don’t forget one with the hot tub that’s near the river and not on it) Click on your holiday home picture to book now Secret Water Secret Garden - Pet Friendly Swallows - Pet Friendly Coot Club - Pet Friendly Wild Cat Island Floating Pod Amazons - Pet Friendly Enjoy River fun… …you make more stories together through shared experiences on the river, using your own private rowing boat, bring your own paddle craft or hire a day boat.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"704ecc77b6b26f57","spikyText":"board games, local snacks, pizza delivery, OakFired Pizza, river, Places to Eat, Award-winning pizza, Beccles, restaurants, cafes, short stroll","text":"Borrow some board games from us, make sue you have plenty of local snacks, order a pizza delivery from OakFired Pizza and enjoy watching the water making shapes on the riverPlaces to Eat Award winning pizza Beccles has many good restaurants and cafes and all are just a short stroll from your houseboat.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"1c444c65735a6b63","spikyText":"dogs allowed, Day-boats, quirky houseboats, Secret Garden, canoes, first time, leads, yard, wildlife, tidy up","text":"A: Dogs are allowed on Day-boats and our quirky houseboats, and Secret Garden, some guests take their dog on canoes, but we don’t recommend this if it is your first time out. We politely ask that all dogs are kept on leads around the yard to protect the wildlife, and that you tidy up after your own dog. Q: Can I take alcohol on the boat?","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"3644288e2d8925f4","spikyText":"floating glamping pods, houseboats, Beccles, Suffolk, self-catering, holiday homes","text":"Menu Stay Quirky Holiday Houseboats in Beccles, Suffolk Our Floating Glamping pods and houseboats make the perfect self-catering holiday homes for you, your loved ones and your friends, to make the space to create magical memories. You can bring the river to life with one of our waterside accommodations.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"042c7c60546be974","spikyText":"Neapolitan pizza, full English roasts, Beccles","text":"Why not treat yourself, take some timeout from cooking and indulge in some local tastes with many award winning flavours nearby, from Neapolitan pizza to full English roasts.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"da8351a9bff7ea34","spikyText":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year 2025, Beccles, Suffolk","text":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year 2025 What an honour it was to receive this award, the judges said “The welcome was exceptional… the overall service experience was warm, human, and far exceeded expectations” Top 10% of Hotels Worldwide We have been honoured to receive this award in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"3fd6586c1deb2f34","spikyText":"sailing, sail pack, rowboat, wildlife, buzz, boats, comings and goings","text":"If you feel like trying sailing, we can lend you a basic sail pack one afternoon. It fits onto your rowboat and you are ready for your own Swallows and Amazons adventure. As a working yard shared with the pleasant comings and goings of the local wildlife, during the day there are boats coming and going, so there is a real buzz about the place.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"8112a75148f32b40","spikyText":"Top 3 England 2025, Beccles, Suffolk, Visit England Bronze Award 2025, electric day-boats, pedal boat","text":"Top 3 England 2025 We are thrilled to have received a number of Awards and this Visit England Bronze Award 2025 make sun one of the top 3 national Glamping places to have your holiday, We provide experiences on site to help you explore the Waveney Valley by Water and land, these are available from Tuesday to Saturday :- Electric Day-boats (your boat for a day), and a romantic pedal boat for two.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"a28fc7e546672963","spikyText":"houseboats, Secret Hideaways, Beccles","text":"Our boutique boatyard offers quirky houseboats and Secret Hideaways, that sleep up to 4","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"5f3b5c27e8e289b6","spikyText":"Pedal Boat, river, cycling, unique, relaxing, Beccles, River Waveney","text":"Contact us today to book one of our day boats and set sail on an experience you’ll remember forever! Pedal BoatLike boats? Like bikes? want to do something unique and quirky and have a little adventure of your own on the water? why not try the Pedal Boat, a totally different and extremely relaxing way to explore the river and get close to wildlife.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"4520fc3cf2af5fc4","spikyText":"pump outs, diesel, service pontoon, 11:00am-3:00pm, Calor Gas cylinders, exchange basis, phone in advance","text":"Menu Pump out, diesel, and Gas Pump outs and diesel are available from our service pontoon between 11:00am and 3:00pm. Calor Gas cylinders are available on an exchange basis only, though often in short supply. We do recommend phoning in advance for a pump out, to ensure the mooring is clear for your arrival.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"b9c8d0997012eb39","spikyText":"Wild Cat, My Floating Home, Channel 4, catchup, canoes, SUPs, kayaks, licence, electric day boats, river Waveney","text":"If you want to see how Wild Cat was made then take a look at the episode on My Floating Home on Channel 4 catchup: Click here Series 4 Episode 1 Guests are welcome to bring their own canoes, SUPs or kayaks, just make sure you have the right licence. We also hire electric day boats if you want to explore the river Waveney.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"47efa2dd31250dcf","spikyText":"electric boats, Beccles, River Waveney, Catchalot, Otter, Grebe, Teal, Bittern","text":"You and your companion will face each other, cycling towards each other to go forwards, and away from each other to reverse. It is a unique and gentle way to explore the river, and don’t forget to wave at the river bank dwellers as they spot the flags. Book Now Our Boats One 4 person electric boat: Catchalot. Four 6 persons electric boats: Otter Grebe, Teal and Bittern.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"5cacc778bfa2a566","spikyText":"working yard, local wildlife, boats, day boat hire, canoe, kayak, SUPs, licence","text":"As a working yard share with the pleasant comings and goings of the local wildlife, during the day there are boats coming and going, so there is a real buzz about the place. To get out and about on the water to explore we offer day boat hire. You are welcome to bring your own canoe, kayak or SUPs, just make sure you have the right licence.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"b2dc6be16ac0956f","spikyText":"river activities, Beccles, River Waveney, Suffolk","text":"Previous Next Lazy days & action stays on the river Time Out on the Water Whatever floats your boat, Beccles on the meandering River Waveney is sure to please. Dayboats, ‘stay’ boats, pedalboats or paddleboards; canoes, kayaks, charter boats or gentle ferry rides – choose your craft and go explore from Suffolk’s ‘Gateway to the Southern Broads’! Or why not cruise this way?","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"060d2e97f87b0dfa","spikyText":"Gillingham Dam, Beccles, River Waveney, Hippersons Boatyard, moorings, storage, boat repairs, floating accommodations, houseboats, glamping pod, rates, fibreglass, wooden boats, hull painting, interio","text":"Gillingham Dam sits on the Suffolk side of the River Waveney, just where Beccles begins to give way to the Southern Broads. Hippersons Boatyard has occupied this stretch for generations — first as a working yard offering moorings, storage, and boat repairs, and more recently as a self-catering holiday destination with six floating accommodations ranging from houseboats to a glamping pod that claims to be the first of its kind in the United Kingdom. Rates start from £120 a night. The workshop is still there, still taking fibreglass and wooden boats for hull painting and interior refit work. The holiday side has grown around it rather than replacing it.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"97c378ca6aa851ac","spikyText":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year 2025, Beccles, Suffolk, Top 10% of Hotels Worldwide","text":"Glamping Accommodation of the Year 2025 What an honour it was to receive this award, the judges said “The welcome was exceptional… the overall service experience was warm, human, and far exceeded expectations” Top 10% of Hotels Worldwide We have been honoured to receive this award in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"561c55aacf569beb","spikyText":"small, family, independent, Visit England Gold, Trip Advisor Travellers choice, Green Tourism Silver, Hippersons, boat owner service, boat builder, boat engineer, on-site work, staff, boat holidays, r","text":"We are delighted that our small, family, independent holiday location has been awarded Visit England Gold, Trip Advisor Travellers choice 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 and we also have achieve Green Tourism Silver. Hippersons is a wonderful place to bring the river to life, whether you are a first timer, or you return again and again to our wonderful yard, we can’t wait to welcome you.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"positive","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"5df1a861521d1518","spikyText":"Wolf Way, Hippersons, overnight stop package, comfortable beds, decks, up to 4 guests","text":"Menu WolfWay at Hippersons If you are riding the Wolf Way then we are happy to welcome you on a special overnight stop package at Hippersons. With our comfortable beds, and decks to sit and relax on, we make a great place to stop and unwind. What’s Included:Up to 4 of you can stay in one of our homes, subject to availability.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"46cb9a34c4f95cf7","spikyText":"luxury floating glamping pod, Southern Broads, Waveney Valley, hot tub, river view","text":"For Romantic breaks, celebrating special occasions or time out with your own “Sparrows and Amazons” experience, Secret Water offers stunning views towards Old Beccles bridge and the quay, it provides a unique base from which to explore the local area and beyond. There is a generous deck at the front of Secret Water positioned so you can watch the sun rise and the sunset.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"9f18dc31c1538592","spikyText":"accommodation, houseboats, Coot Club, Swallows, pets, Secret Garden, glamping pod, Secret Water, floating glamping pod, row boat, sail pack, LEADER fund","text":"What's on offer The accommodation splits into two broad types. The houseboats — Coot Club, Swallows, and a third — sit in the yard's mooring basin just off the main river. Each sleeps four. Pets are welcome on all three, as well as on Secret Garden, a glamping pod set in its own private field on the edge of Beccles. Secret Water is the outlier: a luxury floating glamping pod moored on the river itself, described on the site as the first of its kind in the UK. It is pet-free. Included in the hire price is use of a row boat; an upgrade with a basic sail pack is available for those who want it. Secret Water was made possible with support from the LEADER fund, a rural development programme, which gives some indication of the ambition behind it.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"1ad46b339d610a54","spikyText":"sailing, sail pack, rowboat, local wildlife, buzz, boats, comings and goings","text":"If you feel like trying sailing, we can lend you a basic sail pack one afternoon. It fits onto your rowboat and you are ready for your own Swallows and Amazons adventure. As a working yard shared with the pleasant comings and goings of the local wildlife, during the day there are boats coming and going, so there is a real buzz about the place.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"ab3c5c848fafd23a","spikyText":"Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, Broads National Park, floating pod, houseboat, staycationer, sleep 4, dogs, river experiences","text":"Previous Next29 March 2023Add to My FavouritesRead our review If you’re planning a holiday on The Broads and want to make the most of this unique landscape then don’t just stay near the water, stay on it.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"3857f105379e6264","spikyText":"booking, email, deposit, £100, balance, £240, up to 4 cyclists, Wolf Way","text":"To book:E mail to request to your dates info@hippersons. co. uk If available for your night a deposit of £100 is required within 24 hours, the balance due a month before arrival. Price is £240 for up-to 4 cyclists. Please note this package is only available to those cycling the Wolf Way.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"45eda258657849f9","spikyText":"environmental matters, Broads National Park, custodians, local green initiatives, Waveney Rivers Trust, native species, dragon flies, otters, marsh harriers, kestrels, barn owls, seal","text":"Little Black BookTravelHippersons Boatyard, BecclesEnjoy The Broads National Park from a different perspective – on a quirky and chic floating pod or houseboat at Hippersons Boatyard in Beccles. Perfect for every type of staycationer, the pods and houseboats sleep 4 (some allow dogs) and come with the chance to book experiences that will bring the river to life.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false},{"id":"732e2072f9d15b64","spikyText":"Broads, holiday, unique landscape, stay on water, Hippersons Boatyard, Beccles, floating pod, houseboat, staycationer, sleep 4, dogs, river experiences","text":"As boat dwellers we aim to give a service to all boat owners that we would expect ourselves. We employ a boat builder and a boat engineer, and are able to carry out most boat work on site with our own staff. Our staff love looking after you boats. The second part of the business is all about boat holidays, by the river, on the river and exploring the river.","confidence":0.15,"sentiment":"neutral","sources":1,"verified":false}]},"actions":{"assess-fit":{"endpoint":"https://selfe.ai/api/search","description":"Check if this venue fits a traveller's intent"},"check-availability":{"endpoint":"https://selfe.ai/api/availability","description":"Check room/table availability for dates"},"book":{"endpoint":"https://selfe.ai/api/book","description":"Create a booking"}},"meta":{"generatedAt":"2026-04-20T08:46:03.721Z","generatedBy":"selfe.ai","echoVersion":"0.2.0"}}}