Hoveton sits next to Wroxham on the River Bure and is often grouped with it as the main hub of the northern Broads. It is about 13 miles from Church Farm Barns and is home to Hoveton Great Broad, BeWILDerwood, and the main Broads boat-hire centre.
About Hoveton
Hoveton and Wroxham effectively form one community on either side of the River Bure bridge. Most of the shops (including Roys of Wroxham) are actually in Hoveton. The village has a train station (Hoveton & Wroxham) on the Bittern Line from Norwich. Hoveton Great Broad is a nature trail managed by Natural England.
Things to Do
Visit BeWILDerwood forest adventure park, especially with children. Explore Hoveton Great Broad nature trail. Hire boats from the Wroxham/Hoveton waterfront. Browse Roys of Wroxham. Take a Broads Tours trip from Wroxham Bridge.
Getting Here from Church Farm Barns
Hoveton is about 13 miles from Church Farm Barns, roughly 25 minutes by car via the A1151 or through the Broadland lanes.
Why Stay at Annapurna
Church Farm Barns in Lingwood is 13 miles from Hoveton, roughly 25 minutes by car. Our guest rooms and self-catering barns provide a peaceful countryside base with free parking, free WiFi, and a seasonal communal hot tub. Dogs are welcome at £7.50 per night. Whether you are visiting Hoveton for a day trip or need a comfortable overnight stay, Annapurna offers easy access without the cost or noise of a city-centre hotel.
