HOVETON FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Self‑Drive Dell Quay Dory Fishing — Hire a Two‑Person Boat in Hoveton
Hire a Dell Quay dory for day or multi‑day fishing (1–14 days) in Hoveton; buoyancy aids, oars and mud weights are provided and drivers must be 18 or older.
Self‑Drive Dell Quay Dory Fishing — Hire a Two‑Person Boat in Hoveton.
Experience fishing from your own hired Dell Quay dory on the waterways around Hoveton. Available for day hire or multi‑day bookings between 15 June and 14 March, the package is set up for two people, includes basic safety and rigging equipment, and comes with easy‑to‑operate boats plus tuition before you head off.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Everything you need is on board
Buoyancy aids, oars and mud weights are included with hire so you can focus on setting up for the day rather than sourcing kit.
Simple to operate with tuition
Boats are easy to operate; the operator provides tuition before you leave the quay heading so even first‑timers can get underway with confidence.
Two‑person, pet‑friendly hire
Hires accommodate up to two people and are pet friendly (maximum two dogs), making the dory a compact option for paired anglers and pet owners.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You collect your Dell Quay dory at the quay, receive brief tuition, don provided buoyancy aids and push off to fish from a compact, easy‑to‑handle craft—whether for a single day or a stretch of up to 14 days during the season. The operator supplies oars and mud weights so the hire is ready for immediate use.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hire works for — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Buoyancy aids provided for everyone on hire; oars and mud weights are supplied with the boat.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the fishing season for Dell Quay dory hire?
Fishing season runs from 15 June to 14 March.
How long can I hire a boat for?
Hire is available for between 1 and 14 days.
What are the pick‑up times?
Pick‑up time is 08:00 between 16 June and 1 October, and 09:00 between 2 October and 14 March.
When must I return the boat on the last day?
Boats need to be returned by 17:00 between 12 April and 30 September, and by 15:00 between 1 October and 11 April on the last day of hire.
Who can drive the hire boats?
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.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. The hire is pet friendly with a maximum of two dogs permitted.
Are safety items provided?
Yes. Buoyancy aids are provided for everyone on hire, and oars and mud weights are included.
Might I need to leave a deposit?
The operator reserves the right to ask for a security deposit from certain parties.