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Several members have enquired about goods & services used by fellow members and asked if we can share them via our club website.
This page contains links to suppliers and services used by fellow members with their own unsolicited comments. The HSBC makes no particular recommendation or endorsement by including them on these pages, as one customers experience or perception can markedly differ from another's based on circumstances pertaining at the time. That said, these pointers and links may help you get started in that search for that elusive or bespoke component/fitting/service......

Brief Description
Supplier & details
Boat Insurance Services (Good For Hampton Safaris)
Actual Insurer/Policy arranged via Broker (usually N&G). Competitive pricing/Good Rates. Fully Comp, No Need for specialist survey for insurance renewal (- Self Certify with Photographic  evidence)
Alan Boswell (Insurance Broker Norwich)
Tel: 01603 640650
Inland waterways cruising. Good renewal rates (NCD + Low increases)
"Buddy Benefits" - e.g discounts for referrals to each party. Fully Comp.
Currently no survey on policy renewal requirement.
Haven Knox Johnson
Tel: 01732 223650
Used by some Members.
Little 1st hand update/experience as at 2025. Some Member have switched from this insurer due to survey on policy renewal requirement.
Craft Insure
https://www.craftinsure.com/
Tel: 0345 2607 888
Window and Windscreen Repair Services
Complete range of boat window frame, window seals, channels and, glazing repair, refurbishment and replacement services.
Trevor Preece
Tel: 01603 715720
Breakdown Cover and Mobile Assistance Services
Sutton Staithe Boatyard Ltd have launched a new breakdown recovery club covering the entire Norfolk Broads (i.e. both Northern AND Southern rivers).
The basic service provides 24x7 cover for recovering your boat with a purpose built tug and towing to a boatyard of choice (within 10 miles), your own home mooring, or Sutton Staithe boatyard.
Sutton Staithe Boatyard Ltd
Sutton Staithe
Norfolk NR12 9QS
Tel  : 01692 581653
Email: info@suttonstaitheboatyard.co.uk
Full details including Terms and Conditions are available here: http://www.suttonstaitheboatyard.co.uk/boat-recovery-service/
Membership of the recovery club also provides members with a 15% discount on related repairs and/or annual engine servicing.
Geldestone (Southern Broads). No Call out Fee Breakdown Service: ...Can reach you either by road or river  if you have a problem with your boat. They do not charge a call out fee, just charge for time taken  to get you under way again .....at their usual labour rate and any parts that may be required.
Ian at Rowan Marine
Tel: 01508 518 598
Rowan Marine
Horning (Northern Broads) Based. Annual breakdown & recovery cover. See website for full details of scheme.
Also excellent for pump outs & low cost diesel!
Boulter Marine  Services 01692 630498
£125.00 pa (2014) + NCD applies.
Covers, Curtains And Soft Furnishings
Making curtains for boats is a new enterprise from Angela in Rackheath ..You supply the fabric ..and the measurements or the old curtains as a pattern. Angela will do the rest....
email: curtainsandblinds@hotmail.co.uk  
Tel: 0788 0800 573
All types of covers, curtains and interiors made to order. Generous "Winter Discount" for jobs completed over the close season - But don't forget to ask about it! - Used by many members
Jeckells (Wroxham)
Tel: 01603 784488/07776 158563
Riverside Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8UQ

"Bespoke measure, make and fit service. High quality, keen pricing and flexible to meet individual needs. Aftercare/modifications also possible" - used by many members
Stormforce Canopies and Covers
Contact: Colin
Tel: 07930 666911
email: stormforce7@sky.com
"Covers for a Mk.3  Mark Anderson of 'Anderson Covers' - quoted on Sunday, patterned on Monday, fitted on Saturday - an excellent job at a very reasonable price."- referred by club member.
Mark Anderson,
Anderson Covers
Tel: 07717845922
"Stern door cover on our boat" - referred by club member.
Ray Borrett:
Tel:01502 573 966.
Address: 69 Kirkley Run, Lowestoft.
Covers, Curtains, see website for examples. www.interioraccents.co.uk
Interior Accents, proprietor Debbie Frizell, phone number 01263 834612 / 07799 031933
Water and Fuel Tanks
David has now received a quote from Henderson’s of  Dereham. They will manufacture a poly tank for him  to these measurements. D 300 mm   W 920mm   L 1225 mm cost   £450. Complete with baffles and connecting outlets.
Bob   (Florence ) has just  had a New Stainless Steel Tank made £460 incl Vat and Hose connections.
Bungay Blacksmiths   01508 518726
NR 35 2PH....On the A143 Near Ellingham Mill
Had it made to pattern (old one supplied) from  Martham Boats who were very helpful, real British craftmanship and they provided an excellent service with a turn around of 2 weeks for £400 + V.A.T. (Sept 020). A new fuel sender unit was extra for those who might need it.
Martham Boats Ltd
Telephone: 01493 740249
email: info@marthamboats.com
Marine Engineering - Maintenance and Repairs
Ignition Marine provide :
Mobile engine, gearbox, inboard/outboard drives, steering, on board electrics, water/plumbing installation, maintenance, repairs and winterisation services.
General boat maintenance and repair services
Boat renovation and specialist assistance on major projects
Boat transportation and relocation services by river and/or road (for boats up to 25ft/8m long)
www.ignitionmarine.co.uk
Telephone: 01603 3279472
Mobile:       07799 118081
Boat Surveys, Boat Safety Certificates
Howard Webb who surveyed Poppy II.  After obtaining a few quotes, we found his rates to be very reasonable and he was happy to be contacted and answer any questions we had.  He gave us all the confidence that we required to make our purchase and we are very grateful to him.
Howard Webb, Boat Builder and Surveyor, Brundall
Tel: 07802 509 032
email: webbies@btconnect.com
Miscellaneous Spares, Stockists etc
Vehicle Air Conditioning and Heating Systems
(Eberspacher boat heating spares etc). Very helpful/knowledgeable supplier, spares, advice.
M.A. Autocool Ltd
Parts: 01603 879399/07767 385811
email: maautocool@btinternet.com
A New Chandlery from Jones Boatyard ... Where the Safari  MK1 J   was built
Industry Leaders in delivering marine equipment and spares. 9000 stock lines.
5% discount on purchase for Hampton Safari Boat Club Members (Mention when checking out in person)
ASAP Supplies
Parts: 01603 879399/07767 385811
email: maautocool@btinternet.com
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