The Broads Green Boat Show
Information for ExhibitorsSunday 21st September 2008, 11am to 4pm
Salhouse Broad, NorfolkThis is the only Green Boat Show in the UK and is being organised in the Norfolk Broads to encourage ‘low carbon’ propulsion for boats – rowing, paddling, pedalling, sailing, electric and biofuel-powered – as well as to promote other aspects of environmentally-friendly design and construction for boats. It will be a show-place for green energy – fuel cells, solar panels, wind turbines – and for all types of ‘low impact’ materials and products that encourage responsible use of our waterways. DisplaysStatic displays can be housed in the marquee or by the water. There is ample outside space for larger exhibits. Exhibitors can demonstrate boats and allow the public to try them out on the water. VenueSalhouse Broad has good quay-heading, moorings and a shelving beach for the launch of small boats such as kayaks, rowing boats and canoes. The Broad is privately owned and the owners are working with the organisers to provide all the necessary facilities for the show.AccessThe Broad is situated in the countryside outside Salhouse village and has a public car park from which a footpath, about ¾ miles long, leads to the waterside. Previously access for exhibitors has been difficult, but this year the field for exhibitors' vehicles will be directly accessible by a gate to the site. How to bookExhibitors can reserve space in the marquee or by the water. The charge for commercial exhibitors is £50, payable on acceptance of booking (NB: please make cheques payable to 'The Broads Society'). There is no charge for voluntary organisations and charities. To reserve space at the Broads Green Boat Show please ring: Peter Howe, 01603 783096, or complete and submit the form below.
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