Thorpe Island Boats

Thorpe Island Boats

Modern electric day boats - handcrafted Canadian canoes ๐Ÿ“ž to book or at
www.thorpeislandboats.co.uk

Photos from Thorpe Island Boats's post 24/10/2024

I find content creation so much easier when the weather is perfectโ˜€๏ธ

I spend loads of time on the river and days like today are absolutely the best of it - we're most definitely open and hiring our electric day boats - you'll get a whole new level of relaxation and serenity from your journey in our electric boats.

To book ๐Ÿ“ž01603 387095 / 07723 721846

Or book online thorpeislandboats.co.uk

18/10/2024

This beautiful autumnal weather is perfect for an electric boat trip, the river is quiet and there's barely a cloud in the sky โ˜€๏ธ

Book in advance online or call/message for service immediately, we'll collect you from the garden area of The Rushcutters and take to the water for a quick tutorial before your hire is underway.

Come and see the amazing refurbishment of The Rushcutters - I can highly recommend their full English breakfast, it's excellent.

Photos from Thorpe Island Boats's post 16/09/2024

When I came along and purchased my boatyard on Thorpe Island, the electric boats available for hire in Thorpe St Andrew were, erm, cough, let's just say basic, budget boats.

I don't buy into the town councils goal that only one motorised boat hire company is allowed in Thorpe - especially when there used to be 20 hire businesses on the island as recently as the 1960's. Although, to be fair, the recent emails, threats and wholly fictional accusations I've received from one particular unelected and hired staff from the council probably isn't a true reflection of their policies and behaviour in general, more like one bad apple so to speak!

It'd be fabulous if more people came along and purchased land on the island to improve their plot and reintroduce boat hire back to Thorpe St Andrew from one of the few remaining boatyards on Thorpe Island.

If cramped, dirty, noisy, slow, old boats really are your thing, you're definitely going to hate my boats and will never be able to justify spending more for quality - we won't miss each other!

For everyone else, I urge you to make the most of this great weather and book one of my electric boats, but be warned, once you have experienced a relaxing and serene journey on my new electric boats - everything else will just be a disappointment - fact.

So, smash the like button, show support for the rejuvenation of Thorpe Island, thumb your nose to cheap and cheerful attempts of monopolisation, and instead, hire a new electric boat from Thorpe Island Boats ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿคž๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งโ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ’ฏ

02/09/2024

Mornings like this give me cause for celebrations ๐Ÿพ

My first cause for celebration is being thankful for this amazing weather. There's barely a cloud in the sky and the water is like glass - perfect conditions to compliment my boats - canoe or electric.

The second cause for celebration IS my boats, both my handmade canoes and the electric boats I hire are totally unique to this country ๐Ÿ‘Œ
There's no other canoe hire business anywhere in the UK making and hiring cedar strip canoes and I'm the first person in the UK to have imported these beautiful Eagle electric boats from The Netherlands, where they're extremely popular and a few years in front of us with electric propulsion being mandatory for some commercial operations.

My last, but by no means least cause for celebration is that I'm putting Thorpe Island back on the map for boat hire.
Anyone with a long enough memory, or any interest in history will know that Thorpe Island used to be huge with boat hire and manufacture, with nearly 20 different companies conducting such operations in the 1950'/ 60's.

I used to be slightly regretful that I'd called the business Thorpe Island Boats, because nowadays people judge Thorpe Island from the view from the river green, but that's not a factual representation of Thorpe Island Boats, come to the Rushcutters and look across, that's where it's all happening. With over 100 years of history around boat hire between my plot and the Rushcutters Arms, I'm proud to have the words Thorpe Island in my business name now, and I'm proud to be hiring my electric boats between the two premises.

Since purchasing my plot, which has over 100 years of boat manufacturing and hiring history, from notable and pioneering business, I've made it my primary aim to improve the plot and re-establish boat hire operations- can anyone remember that awful scaffolding quay heading?

So anyone upset, or wanting a conversation about my choice of launch location, come and talk to me, I'll be happy to help.

For everyone else, come to the Rushcutters Arms for an amazing meal, relaxing drinks in an amazing setting and a serene boating experience on a wonderful, modern electric boat with Electric Boat Hire Norwich ๐Ÿ˜€

30/08/2024

Our electric boats are in high demandโ˜€๏ธ - we have availability tomorrow between 9 and 11am, or between 5 and 7pm

Be quick - while this fine weather continues, my boats are second to none.

Call or book online

27/08/2024

This is my 6th season hiring canoes - it's no surprise to me that I've steadily accumulated more 5 # reviews than BOTH the other canoe hire business in Norwich put together ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŽบ

I'm still a 1-man band, and I only have four canoes.

How did that happen then? It's quite simple - quality before quantity, and I always give a thoroughly comprehensive demonstration and tuition on check out - hardly rocket science!!!

I use the same principles when hiring my two brand new electric boats - quality before quantity and I always take my time with customers at handover to make sure each customer is adequately briefed to safely use and enjoy my beautiful boats.

Book your electric boat or canoe hire with Thorpe Island Boats, and you'll quickly see what sets me and my boats apart from the competition.

Book online or ๐Ÿ“ž 07723 721846

Photos from Thorpe Island Boats's post 27/06/2024

I bet this weather has got you thinking of a boat trip...

If I was looking to hire a day boat on the Norfolk Broads it'd have to be electric - have you ever stood within 30m of some diesel day boats and realised that it's anything but a peaceful experience?! Not to mention the smell๐Ÿ‘Ž

If I'm parting with my hard earned dosh for a day boat, it'd also have to be an open boat - there's no way I'd want any sort of cabin sweat box or roll back roof - I want a 360 degree field of vision to watch nature and take photos.

Another priority on my not very long list of basic requirements for any day boat I'm hiring is space and comfort๐Ÿ‘ - the last thing I'd want is to be boxed in around the sides, sweating it out with the constant thump of an old diesel engine and the occasional whiff of emissions as the main event ๐Ÿ‘Ž

I want a boat that's brand new, simple to use, spacious, electric, kind to the environment, open to the elements, and super quiet so I can be amongst wildlife.

Considering all these things, it's pretty easy to see why I really love my new boats. They're everything you need for a relaxing and serene boating experience that only a modern, open electric boat can offer.

To book an electric boat hire experience that is like no other ๐Ÿ“ž07723 721846/ 01603 387095
Or book online ๐Ÿ‘‡
electricboathirenorwich.co.uk / thorpeislandboats.co.uk

Photos from Thorpe Island Boats's post 21/06/2024

I think even the flakiest of snowflakes would agree that this is definitely open boat weather โ˜€๏ธโ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ˜Ž

Enjoy what modern electric boating feels like, and book your next hire with Electric Boat Hire Norwich - it'll be an experience like none other.

Thorpeislandboats.co.uk
07723 721846
01603 387095



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18/06/2024

Our electric boat hires launch from the Rushcutters๐ŸŽบ๐Ÿ‘Œโ˜€๏ธ

Next time you're relaxing, watching the River Yare go by whilst enjoying some sunshine and the superb hospitality and ambience of the Rushcutters - you could make that romantic meal even more romantic with a peaceful boat trip either side of it ๐Ÿค”

The last boat returns this time of year is 9pm, and it always brings extra magic to the experience of being on a boat at that time of day - especially a super silent and comfortable one - it's like the sounds of nature are amplified.

Our boats seat 6 adults or 600kgs, and are great value considering they're brand new and cost just ยฃ25 per hour to hire.

While the weather is great don't delay - these are absolutely the best choice of boat from such a beautiful and historic location - it'll definitely be an electric boat trip like none other๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿ’ฏ

For bookings outside of hours shown on website (9am-7pm) please call 07723 721846 / 01603 387095

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Photos from Thorpe Island Boats's post 07/06/2024

Good morning Norwich ๐Ÿ“ฏ๐Ÿ“ฏ what a beautiful start to the day it is - if you like sunshine!โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿฆข๐Ÿฆ†

If you like rain, then I'm sorry, but I've got my fingers crossed that you're going to be disappointed - but it does lead to some nice pictures!!

Nice weather feels long overdue, and it's understandable that many people want to see what it's like on the day before pre-booking online - I'm only a phone call away should you be wanting to hire an electric boat for an unplanned, spur of the moment hour or two while the weather is good.

Book Online or ๐Ÿ“ž 07723 721846 or 01603 387095 for last minute bookings

17/05/2024

The mist has cleared way for sun, and the water is like glass....

Perfect conditions to enjoy this beautiful area from the quiet tranquillity of our open electric boats.

๐Ÿ“ž 07723 721846 / 01603 387095 to book a boating experience like no other.

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10/05/2024

Topless boat wash anyone๐Ÿ˜œโ›ต๏ธ๐Ÿ“ฏ๐Ÿ˜‰

The sun's out, and we have availability to hire an electric boat like none other....

๐Ÿ“ž 07723 721846 or 01603 387095 to book

04/05/2024

Calling Norwich๐Ÿ“ฏ there's an altogether better option to experience what modern electric boating is like ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿคซโ˜€๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ž 01603 387095 / 07723 721846 to book

03/05/2024

Make your next boat trip a more calming and serene experience with our new electric boats...

You can feel closer to nature in an open boat - take the time to slow down, it's almost as though you're amongst wildlife, birdsong is accentuated by silent propulsion, it's so relaxing alongside the sound of water gently lapping the hull....

Then add a picnic and your choice of good company, and enjoy ๐ŸŒž๐Ÿ‘Œ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿฆข๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜Ž

AND, amazing value for a brand new six seat boat - only ยฃ25 per hour

๐Ÿ“ž or book online

11/04/2024

It's beginning to feel like spring and the weather is looking good for the weekend.
Take advantage of our promotion running throughout April - hire one of our brand new electric boats for only ยฃ25 per hour๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ‘Œ
With ample space and seating for up to six adults, our electric boats are definitely what you'd rather be in when the weather is fine.

Book Online at thorpeislandboats.co.uk or ๐Ÿ“ž
07723 721846 / 01603 387095

08/04/2024

Good morning Norwich ๐Ÿ‘‹๐ŸŽบ๐Ÿ“ฏ New day - new week - new boats - new offer...

For the remainder of April, these brand new boats are available to hire for just ยฃ25 per hour - that's exceptional value for money, considering they seat up to six adults ๐Ÿ˜€

๐Ÿ“ž 01603 387095 / 07723 721846 to book

07/04/2024

Days like these are why I chose open boatsโ˜€๏ธ๐ŸŒž

Slow it down - feel the sun on your skin and the wind in your face - listen to the birdsong over the relaxing tune from the river lapping the boat

Relax - connect with nature ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿฆข๐Ÿฆ†

To book ๐Ÿ“ž 01603 387095 / 07723 721846


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05/09/2023

Is hiring the best paddle board important to you?

Do you like the idea of exploring the river on a board that has been handcrafted by the person who hired it to you?

Are you ready to feel the difference in glide and stability my rigid boards have over ANY inflatable?

Maybe you are considering purchasing a rigid board - or even building your own, and want to test one for yourself.

Thorpe Island Boats are the ONLY paddle board hire company in the UK offering these amazing handcrafted boards for hire - and even for sale if you pay me enough ๐Ÿ˜€

Let me know in the comments how much you think I NEED to charge to build one of these boards - you may be surprised ๐Ÿ˜ฎ

At just ยฃ25 for three hours hire that's INCREDIBLE value for money

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
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