HORNING BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Horning’s Picnic Boat: The Cygnet — a 12‑seat, self‑drive day afloat
Hourly hire of Norfolk Boat Hire’s Cygnet in Horning: a spacious, stable 12‑seater self‑drive picnic boat with 2–8 hour bookings and pet‑friendly policies.
Horning’s Picnic Boat: The Cygnet — a 12‑seat, self‑drive day afloat.
The Cygnet is Norfolk Boat Hire’s largest picnic boat: a spacious, steady 12‑seat self‑drive craft that’s simple to learn and comfortable for small groups. Crewed staff provide a brief tuition at the quay so you can set off with confidence, pets are welcome (within limits), and same‑day bookings are possible by phone.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spacious, stable and social
The Cygnet is built for convivial days afloat — roomy seating for up to 12, a design emphasising stability, and enough space to set up a picnic and move around safely.
Self‑drive with clear tuition
Hires are self‑drive; before you leave the quay the crew provide straightforward tuition so novice skippers can feel secure at the helm.
Pets and party limits
The boat is pet‑friendly (up to two dogs) but subject to operational limits, including a maximum weight load; parties with more than eight adults must advise the operator of the party ratio in advance.
What the day feels like
How the hire feels
The day begins at the quay with a compact briefing; once away the Cygnet delivers a steady, low‑stress platform for cruising and socialising — ideal for groups who want an easy, self‑run outing with a reassuring crew handover.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who the Cygnet suits — and who should check details beforehand.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Hires are available by the hour with duration options of 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours. Same‑day bookings are available by phone; the advertised price includes the online booking fee.
The Cygnet seats up to 12 people and is subject to a maximum weight load of 960kg. If your party includes more than eight adults, advise the operator of the party ratio before commencing hire.
The boat is self‑drive but easy to operate; crew provide tuition before departure. Boats are hired only to members of the public aged over 18; persons under 18 may not drive self‑drive motor boats, and the operator may request a security deposit from certain parties.
Dogs are permitted (maximum two per hire). Confirm pet plans with the operator when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can I book the Cygnet on the same day?
Yes. Same‑day bookings are available by phone; for more information call the operator direct.
How long can I hire the boat for?
Hires are offered for 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours.
Are dogs allowed on the boat?
Yes. The boat is pet‑friendly; a maximum of two dogs is allowed.
Who is allowed to drive the boat?
Boats are only hired to members of the public over 18 years old; persons under 18 are not permitted to drive self‑drive motor boats.
Is there a weight limit or capacity restriction I should know about?
Yes. The maximum weight load for the Cygnet is 960kg; parties with more than eight adults must advise the operator of the party ratio before commencing hire.
Will I get instruction before I set off?
Yes. The crew provide easy‑to‑follow tuition at the quay before you leave.