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Boats
Pick a boat, any boat....

Why not make Talkin Tarn a full day out?

As well as the circular walk, you could also hire a boat, go fishing, take a picnic, explore the woods, or just sit and admire the view, it's entirely up to you...

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Bench
Bench in the memory of Larenne who spent many happy times at the tarn practising her gymnastics

Picnic

There are several benches around the edge of the tarn, so why not take a picnic and sit and watch the world go by. Many of the benches are in memory of someone special.

Boat hire

There are boats at The Boathouse which you can take out on the tarn, and they all have their own names.

Price: £3.50 per 1/2 hour

Private Boat

If you own your own boat, you can bring it along to the tarn.

Play area
The play area

Prices: £3.50 or £5.50 per hour depending on the size.

Play area

The kids play area is great place for the kids to climb and mess around. The floor covering is chipped bark, so should they fall over, there's a nice soft landing.

Warden on site
Summer 9-5pm everyday, Winter 9-5pm Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun

Man fishing
Terry from Norwich fishing for pike and perch

Fishing

Fishing is a popular pastime at Talkin Tarn. The fish must be returned to the tarn in good condition.

Prices: £2 for adults and £1 for children for the day.

Rowing Club

Talkin Tarn Amatuer Rowing Club
Talkin Tarn Amatuer Rowing Club

Talkin Tarn has its own rowing club and every year they hold one of the biggest regattas in the country.

 

 

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