Based at Stalham on the Northern Norfolk Broads, at the head of the River Ant, Simpson's Boatyard has been owned by the Simpson family since taking over Southgate's in 1945. In recent years it has been Stalham Yacht Services and Moonfleet Marine. The yard is now managed by us, the 2nd and 3rd generations of the Simpson family. We were born and grew up on the Boatyard and Staithe and it has provided us an idyllic childhood and unique life the likes of which only Arthur Ransome could have written.
We are very proud to be maintaining a special piece of Norfolk Broads history and wish to be able to provide memorable holidays and exemplary marine services for all our customers and visitors for generations to come.
We are very proud to be maintaining a special piece of Norfolk Broads history and wish to be able to provide memorable holidays and exemplary marine services for all our customers and visitors for generations to come.
Services
The businesses at the site of our boatyard have, over the last 100 years been, severally, known as: Southgate Bros; Southgate Bros Yachting Station; Stalham Yachting Station; Stalham Yacht Services; Moonfleet and, now, Simpson's Boatyard.
I believe Josiah Cubitt Teasel (1831-1906) was the first person to run a boating business from the current site of Simpson's Boatyard although the site then was considerably smaller.
Teasel was born at Riddlington and was originally a cabinet maker.
In 1864 he was working for Richard Southgate, a boat builder at Sutton Staithe.
I believe Josiah Cubitt Teasel (1831-1906) was the first person to run a boating business from the current site of Simpson's Boatyard although the site then was considerably smaller.
Teasel was born at Riddlington and was originally a cabinet maker.
In 1864 he was working for Richard Southgate, a boat builder at Sutton Staithe.
Stalham Staithe is a truly unique and special part of the truly unique and special Norfolk Broads.
We at Simpson's Boatyard think it's perfect.
We'd therefore love for you to share and enjoy it with a tranquil stay in one of our cottages.
We have 3 cottages available for your Holiday.
Sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, 2 Dining areas, 3 receptions and lots of outdoor space.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests (for even larger parties include our Houseboats).
We at Simpson's Boatyard think it's perfect.
We'd therefore love for you to share and enjoy it with a tranquil stay in one of our cottages.
We have 3 cottages available for your Holiday.
Sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, 2 Dining areas, 3 receptions and lots of outdoor space.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests (for even larger parties include our Houseboats).
The former family home of the owners is now available for luxury family holidays.
It's a beautiful redbrick cottage, dating back to early 20th century, right on the rivers edge that sleeps upto 8 in 4 bedrooms.
It is newly refurbished and ideal for 2 families or groups of friends.
Living room: With open fire, Freeview TV and DVD player.
Bluetooth Speaker.
Dining room.
Kitchen: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
Separate toilet.
Bedroom 1: With kingsize double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, and toilet.
It's a beautiful redbrick cottage, dating back to early 20th century, right on the rivers edge that sleeps upto 8 in 4 bedrooms.
It is newly refurbished and ideal for 2 families or groups of friends.
Living room: With open fire, Freeview TV and DVD player.
Bluetooth Speaker.
Dining room.
Kitchen: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
Separate toilet.
Bedroom 1: With kingsize double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, and toilet.
Our lodge Solace sits right on the riverside and is the perfect spot from which to explore the Broads or to simple sit back and watch the world go by.
It's a spacious, attractive and comfortable property that enjoys lovely views over the river from its first floor, south-facing sitting room and balcony.
It is ideally placed for exploring the many delights of Broadland's beautiful reed lined waterways so a rowing dinghy is included and day launch hire is available at the yard.
First Floor: Spacious open plan sitting/dining room with kitchen area and doors to balcony.
It's a spacious, attractive and comfortable property that enjoys lovely views over the river from its first floor, south-facing sitting room and balcony.
It is ideally placed for exploring the many delights of Broadland's beautiful reed lined waterways so a rowing dinghy is included and day launch hire is available at the yard.
First Floor: Spacious open plan sitting/dining room with kitchen area and doors to balcony.
Situated on the Norfolk Broads at the head of the river Ant is Teasel.
Newly furnished to a high standard, Teasel provides luxury accommodation for 6 people in 3 bedrooms, 3 WC'S including 1 en-suite.
All mod con's are provided including its own rowing boat.
Picnic boats and canoes are for hire from the family run boatyard near the property.
A great way for exploring the broads and a different pace of life.
Kitchen: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
Newly furnished to a high standard, Teasel provides luxury accommodation for 6 people in 3 bedrooms, 3 WC'S including 1 en-suite.
All mod con's are provided including its own rowing boat.
Picnic boats and canoes are for hire from the family run boatyard near the property.
A great way for exploring the broads and a different pace of life.
Kitchen: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
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