The River Waveney rises at Redgrave Fen and is navigable to hire craft for 22 miles from Geldeston Lock to Breydon Water where it flows into the River Yare.
Navigation on the Waveney is relatively trouble free with good depths especially in middle channel. There are no channel markers but there may be shallower water towards the river banks. The river is tidal but flows and ranges are less severe between Oulton Dyke and Geldeston, please see tide tables.
Where does the River Waveney start and end?
River WaveneyMouths
How long is the River Waveney?
River Waveney, stream in England whose whole course of 50 miles (80 km) marks the boundary between the East Anglian counties of Norfolk and Suffolk. The river flows northeastward through agricultural countryside, and no major towns are located on its banks.
Can you swim in the River Waveney?
That’s right, the Waveney. Wild swimming in Suffolk is at its most idyllic at this two-mile loop of the River Waveney around Outney Common, on the northern tip of Bungay. There are many beautiful spots to choose from, and the water is of good quality.
Can you kayak on the River Waveney?
Waveney River Centre
Canadian canoes and kayaks available from a half to a full day. A great base from which to explore the Southern Broads. Five star camping and camping pods are available to hire as well as canoe launch facilities.
Can you fish the River Waveney?
The River Waveney stretches can only be fished by Club members. Lucks Mill: From Harleston proceed towards the village of Needham to Waveney House. 75 yards beyond this turn down the track on left. Park by the notice board and gate and proceed on foot to river over bridge (into Suffolk).
How clean is the River Waveney?
The River Waveney has been named the worst polluted river in recent research, with conservation charities and trusts saying the findings are “highly alarming”.
Can you walk by the river in Beccles?
This walk starts in Beccles, walking alongside the River Waveney to the charming village of Geldeston before crossing the marshes and then returning to Beccles along the Angles Way. lanes, pasture/marsh (can be boggy at certain times of year), farm tracks and pavement/ roads in Beccles.
Can you walk along the River Waveney?
Waveney River Centre is the perfect place to begin, stop at or end a lovely walk in the beautiful southern Broads. A short trip on our pedestrian ferry across the river Waveney brings you into Suffolk, the Angles Way long distance footpath and the edge of Carlton Marshes nature reserve.
Who owns Waveney River?
Operated by his daughter and son-in-law James and Ruth Knight over the last 18 years it has grown to become the Broads best kept secret – an iconic Broads visitor destination and a business employing over 50 people.
What fish are in the River Waveney?
Top species to catch
- Common carp. 27 Common carp have been caught near here.
- Northern pike. 20 Northern pike have been caught near here.
- Mirror carp. 12 Mirror carp have been caught near here.
- European perch. 8 European perch have been caught near here.
- European chub.
- Common roach.
- Common bream.
- Tench.
Where can I fish on the River Waveney?
With the River Waveney encircling Bungay there are two main fishing areas, Outney Common and Falcon Meadow.
How deep is fircrest pool?
12 foot deep
The design places the buildings at the edge of the park to preserve the green space for events, sports, and community activities. The primary outdoor pool has six 25-yd competition lanes with starting blocks, 12 foot deep end with diving board, and large open swim area that slopes from 42″ to 60″ with a vortex.
Are there catfish in the Norfolk Broads?
A source of catfish in the Broads is believed to be small ornamental pond fish which outgrew their habitat and their owners believed the humane solution was to turn them loose in the nearest river.
Can you swim anywhere in the Norfolk Broads?
When the weather is warm it can be very tempting to go for a swim in the Broads. This is potentially very dangerous without the benefit of support from an open water swimming organisation. The Broads Authority strongly advises against entering the water unless part of an organised event.
What is the 120 rule for kayaking?
A good rule of thumb to follow is the “120° rule.” This means you should wear a wetsuit or dry suit whenever the sum of the air temperature and water temperature is equal to or less than 120°F. Warm weather does not cancel out the danger of cold water, wearing lighter clothing on a warm day increases risk.
Do you need a Licence to paddle board on a river?
Yes, the use of a paddleboard, or any other portable, unpowered craft on the majority of inland waterways, requires a license obtainable from the relevant authority. On Regent’s Canal, there are two license options: Short term or 30-days explorers’ license from the Canal and River Trust.
Do I need a river Licence for a SUP?
Do I need a license to paddleboard on the waterways? On most inland waterways you must register or license any boat, including small unpowered craft, with the navigation authority responsible for the waterway you intend to use.
Are there barbel in the River Waveney?
“It would be a first for a river in the Essex and Suffolk area, although the Waveney in Norfolk has a good barbel population, and there are a few others in the rest of the country.
Are there trout in the River Waveney?
4 small lakes, River Waveney mill race (4 acre total). Brown and rainbow trout.