The Handbook to the Rivers and Broads of Norfolk & Suffolk
by OpenStories
Original author: G. Christopher Davies
"The Handbook to the Rivers and Broads of Norfolk & Suffolk" by G. Christopher Davies is a comprehensive guidebook chronicling the scenic waterways of Norfolk and Suffolk, likely written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a practical resource for tourists and locals alike, detailing various routes, attractions, and fishing opportunities, while also sharing insights about the indigenous flora and fauna of the region. The opening of the handbook sets the tone for the exploration of this picturesque area, describing the increasing popularity of the Broad District as a vacation destination. It reflects on the transformation of once-empty spaces into bustling locales filled with boats and anglers, while also providing guidance on respectful interaction with the natural landscape and local property rights. The author addresses common behaviors among visitors and emphasizes the importance of preserving the area's charm through responsible tourism and appreciation of its delicate ecosystems.
The Handbook to the Rivers and Broads of Norfolk & Suffolk, by G. Christopher Davies. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #35954.
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19 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter298 words
- 2.Introduction1,311 words
- 3.Chapter I: The "broad" District1,141 words
- 4.Chapter II: Down the Yare. Norwich to Reedham2,751 words
- 5.Chapter III: Reedham to Yarmouth758 words
- 6.Chapter IV: Yarmouth to Acle964 words
- 7.Chapter V: Acle to Wroxham2,549 words
- 8.Chapter VI: Wroxham Broad1,276 words
- 9.Chapter VII: Wroxham to Coltishall675 words
- 10.Chapter VIII: Up the Ant, to Barton and Stalham1,437 words
- 11.Chapter IX: Womack Broad1,027 words
- 12.Chapter X: Hickling Broad1,234 words
- 13.Chapter XI: Horsey Mere and Somerton Broad1,464 words
- 14.Chapter XII: Back to Yarmouth596 words
- 15.Chapter XIII: Yarmouth to Somerleyton1,130 words
- 16.Chapter XIV: From Somerleyton to Beccles1,011 words
- 17.Chapter XV: Oulton Broad1,108 words
- 18.Chapter XVI: Ormesby and Fritton383 words
- 19.Appendix: Railway Access to Fishing Stations8,635 words