HEATHER

Welcome to Heather

Houseboat of character, docked in Hoveton by the River Bure on the Norfolk Broads Waterways.

Heather is cared for by a partnership of friends and family. Our aim is to preserve the distinctive style of the houseboat and enable future generations to enjoy her charms.

Explore the riverside, browse the shops and places to eat and drink ~ and much more beyond monumental Wroxham Bridge.

Andrew, Timothy and Christopher

24 April 2024

Marked Swan ~ II





When inspected the mute swan was found to have a fish lure accidently hooked into her body. This had lodged through the thick layer of feathers and pierced her skin. The lure was actually well hidden in the side under her wing in what would be her ‘armpit’ ~ the wound looked bad, but cleaned up really well. Damage to her bill was minimal. She’s currently doing well at a sanctuary. 

Paul, Chris 

Her tongue will not obey her heart, nor can
Her heart inform her tongue,~the swan's
down~feather,
That stands upon the swell at full of tide,
And neither way inclines.

Anthony and Cleopatra, Act 3, Scene 2, 55~60
William Shakespeare 



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King's Head Staithe, Hoveton, pictured from Wroxham public Parish Staithe