Site Information & Expectations

Site Information

Our site is for families who want to utilise the river and enjoy the birds/bees/wildlife, as parents of two young children, we know children get excited but this is a place for quiet relaxation for all guests.

Therefore please;

• no screaming and shouting
• do not allow children to run through other pitches
• supervise your children at the play area (closes at dusk)
• supervise your children during use of the toilet/shower facilities and mop up after them 

Three Rivers is along the Waveney River and is surrounded by open, tidal water, children must be supervised at all times - please bring life jackets/buoyancy aids if you feel your children may need them.

No intruding ball games are permitted on site, there is a park at the top of Geldeston Hill with a playing field. 

Nature play is encouraged, however please if your children pull out sticks/branches/stones etc onto any area that is mown please can you remove before you leave as they can be a danger if not seen when mowing.

All water taps on-site are mains drinking water. If you wish to fill an onboard tank please use the 50m hose fixed to the fence before the reception building and checking in. Other shared water taps on-site are on The Boat Shed facilities building, at the top of the grass driveway near Pitch 1 and between pitches 12 and 14 which is the nearest one to the Wild Camping area.

From October to April the water taps on the field are shut off - please use the other taps at the waste & disposal area or the facilities building.

The bins for general rubbish, fire pit & BBQ ash, grey waste water and chemical toilet emptying are found next to the Reception building. Please separate your rubbish and place it accordingly. The metal bins are for emptying your ashes and BBQs into - please do not empty these anywhere else on-site. Take any broken equipment (chairs/tents/inflatables) back home with you as these do not go in our general rubbish bins.

These facilities are here for your benefit, please leave them as you would wish to find them. Children must be accompanied to ensure cleanliness. Sometimes our cleaners may need to close the facilities for a short period of time to ensure they are up to standard.

Our washing up facilities are located behind The Boat Shed facilities building. We recommend you bring your own washing up bowl.

Please read our Fire Safety information. Campfires are only allowed in man made fire pits held off the ground, burn marks will be charged a re-seeding fee. Please water the ground under and around your fire pit to minimise scorching. Wood and kindling can be purchased on-site, there are also fire pits to hire subject to availability. If you have hired one of our fire pits you can collect this from behind The Boat Shed (where the logs and kindling are also located). There is a cart nearby to help you manoeuvre your fire pit. Do not put out fires in our cast iron fire pits with water - they will crack and you will have to pay for the replacement. On your departure day please empty your fire pit and return it to us.

Please note the site is a natural outdoor space, there are stinging nettles, thistles, rabbit holes, mole hills, wasps etc, take care when navigating around the site. The site is not fully lit at night and we recommend that you bring torches. All pitches come with a picnic bench, you may move your bench within your pitch but please do not move them anywhere else. 

Note that there is a National Fishing Season and fishing season is closed from March 15th to June 15th yearly and you will not be able to fish the river during this time. 

Please remember pets are required to be on their leads at all times on-site and don’t forget to pick up after them. Please make sure your pet is quiet while on-site (we know they can make noise but consistent noise is disturbing to our other guests and neighbours). If your pet requires some off-lead exercise there is an enclosed dog exercise area in Geldeston - turn left outside of the campsite and it can be found on the right hand side past the Locks Inn track, you can also follow our Google Maps link.

Please refer to our Pet policy.

Our No Music Policy is a Commitment to a Peaceful Stay
At Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle, we are proud to offer a peaceful, nature-focused environment where guests can relax, unwind and enjoy the sounds of the Norfolk Broads. Many of our guests choose to stay with us specifically because of the tranquillity we provide.

To help protect this atmosphere, music is not permitted anywhere on site.

Our Policy

• No amplified music may be played at any time during your stay. This includes music played through Bluetooth speakers, portable speakers, radios, televisions, mobile phones, tablets, laptops or any other electronic device where it can be heard by others.
• If you wish to listen to music, you are welcome to do so using headphones or earbuds, provided the sound cannot be heard by other guests.
• This policy applies 24 hours a day, not just during quiet hours.
• Please also keep voices and general noise to a respectful level, particularly during our Super Silent Time (10:00pm–9:00am).

Why We Have This Policy
Everyone has different tastes in music, but no one visits the countryside expecting to hear someone else’s playlist. Our aim is for guests to enjoy birdsong, wildlife, the river and the natural surroundings without disturbance.

We ask all guests to respect one another’s experience by helping us preserve the peaceful atmosphere that makes Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle special.

If Music Is Played
If music is heard, our team may ask you to switch it off immediately. We expect all guests to comply with this request courteously and without delay.

Guests who repeatedly breach this policy, or who refuse to comply with staff instructions, may be asked to leave the site immediately without a refund. Serious or persistent breaches may also result in future bookings being refused.

Thank you for helping us maintain a quiet, relaxing environment for everyone to enjoy.

On-Site Lighting
Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle is located within the beautiful Waveney Valley on the southern edge of the Norfolk Broads. The area is valued for its peaceful atmosphere, abundant wildlife and naturally dark skies. Geldeston is proud of its low levels of light pollution, and we ask all guests to help us preserve this special environment.

To minimise disturbance to wildlife, neighbouring residents and fellow campers, we kindly ask that you follow these guidelines:

• Please do not erect lights higher than your tent, caravan, motorhome or campervan.
• Bright white, coloured, flashing, neon or decorative festoon lighting is not permitted.
• Only low-level, warm white fairy lights may be used around your pitch, such as inside awnings or gazebos, or around windbreaks.
• Light poles, illuminated flags and any lighting designed to project over neighbouring pitches are not permitted.
• Please switch off all unnecessary outdoor lighting before going to bed.

Vehicle Lights After Dusk
To help maintain the peaceful atmosphere after dark, please avoid driving around the site after dusk wherever possible.

If you are arriving late or returning after an evening out:

• Drive slowly and keep dipped headlights on at all times.
• Turn your engine and headlights off as soon as you reach your pitch.
• Avoid leaving vehicles idling or using headlights to illuminate your pitch.

Thank you for helping us protect our dark skies and ensuring everyone can enjoy the tranquillity of Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle.