A Broads boatyard has been awarded a top tourism prize for 2024 - for the fourth consecutive year.

Hippsersons Boatyard in Beccles - a self-catering holiday destination with quirky houseboats and secret clamping hideaways on the Broads National Park - has been recognised in Tripadivsor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards for 2024.

The award honours businesses that consistently earn great reviews, placing them among the top 10pc of listings on Tripadvisor, worldwide.

Eastern Daily Press: Mary Sparrow and her partner Simon co-own Hippersons Boatyard. Mary Sparrow and her partner Simon co-own Hippersons Boatyard. (Image: Hippersons Boatyard)

In a statement business owners, Mary and Simon Sparrow said: “We are delighted and humbled to receive this award for the fourth year running, as it's a special award based on what our guests think of us and makes it extra special.

"All our staff work hard to ensure our guests have the best time they can, but special mention must go to Stephen and Josh who are always going the extra mile.

"We are proud to work in partnership with many Beccles businesses and promote them to all of our guests as there is so much on our doorstep for guests to enjoy."

Eastern Daily Press: Hippersons Boatyard holidaymakers on a canoe Hippersons Boatyard holidaymakers on a canoe (Image: David Kirkham/Hippersons)

As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, TripAdvisor has unparalleled authority with travellers and diners.

This award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over 12 months. 

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John Boris, chief growth officer at Tripadvisor, said: “Congratulations to Hippersons on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards for 2024.

Eastern Daily Press: Hippersons Boatyard offers everything from day boats to secret glamping boats. Hippersons Boatyard offers everything from day boats to secret glamping boats. (Image: Hippersons Boatyard)

“Travelers’ Choice honours businesses that consistently demonstrate a commitment to hospitality excellence.

"This means you have made such a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took the time to go online and leave a great review about their experience.

"People rely on Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice seal to help them navigate the myriad of things to see, eat and do across the globe.

"We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2024 and beyond.” 

Eastern Daily Press: Hippersons Boatyard offers everything from day boats to secret glamping boats. Hippersons Boatyard offers everything from day boats to secret glamping boats. (Image: Hippersons Boatyard)