8 May 2024 Local area
With the weather getting warmer, the Lake District offers many activities for water sports enthusiasts!
Are you ready for Summer? With kids being off in the summer, the warm months are a prime time for staycations! To help you have an unforgettable time, we have come up with a list of the best water sports in the Lake District.
Lake Windermere is very popular for watersports in the warm months of the year. There’s nothing more refreshing than spending some time in the water during a heatwave!
Get on the water with Stoked Watersports base at Fell Foot on the southern tip of Lake Windermere, set within the National Trust’s Fell Foot park just a 10 min drive from Park Cliffe towards Newby Bridge- a very special place which never fails to impress. It is quite simply one of the best place to experience watersports hires on Lake Windermere.
They run regular kayak, paddleboard and row boat hourly hire sessions throughout the day perfect for beginners and for more experienced paddlers we have our SUP pick up and go service giving you the freedom to explore Lake Windermere at your own pace.
Another favourite activity provider is Windermere Outdoor Adventure Centre, which is only 10 minutes away from Park Cliffe towards Bowness on Windermere. They have many activities available to book, including courses in windsurfing and sailing! If you are simply looking to hop on a kayak or canoe or test your balance on a paddle board, this is also an option.
Low Wood Bay Watersports Centre is another activity provider, and it is now taking booking for Spring and Summer. In addition to sailing, kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding, you can hire a boat or enjoy wakesurfing, kneeboarding or waterskiing!
If you’re interested in a guided tour of Lake Windermere on a kayak or canoe we recommend Windermere Canoe Kayak. They have two locations you can hire canoes and kayaks from, one in Ambleside and one in Bowness-on-Windermere, the closest one to Park Cliffe.
Coniston Water is another popular lake for water sports, with plenty of options to suit your needs during your visit to the Lake District this Summer.
Joint Adventures organises high quality outdoor activities: you can pick from kayaking, paddle boarding, raft building or even Family Outdoor Adventure days! Family adventures are suitable for all ages, and each group is assigned to an experienced instructor that will be with you throughout the session, from 9.30am to 4pm. If you’re coming to the Lake District for your birthday, Joint Adventures also caters for birthday parties, as well as stag and hen does!
Lake District Paddle Boarding has many hubs in different spots across the Lakes and can accommodate participants of all age and fitness level, making it very family friendly! One of its locations is at Coniston Water, from which you can pick what type of experience would suit you best. You can choose from Intro Sessions, River or Lake Tours, or Group/Family SUP Session.
For adrenaline junkies, 360 Watersport is just what you’re after. You’re spoilt for choice with powerboat, wakesurfing, wakeboarding or kneeboarding. 360 Watersport also caters to family and children, making it a great option for groups of all ages looking for a thrilling adventure. Pre-booking is essential!
Canyoning and rafting are some of the best Water Sports in the Lake District! Both are thrilling sports and an amazing way to explore canyons, waterfalls and rivers like never before, while stepping out of your comfort zone and reconnecting with nature.
Crags Adventures is a family-run outdoor activity provider that focuses on canyoning for small groups. You can pick the most suitable adventure for you:
One of the most popular rafting providers in the area is Lake District White Water Rafting located in Windermere, only 15 minutes away from Park Cliffe. Suitable for all ages and catering for hen and stag does as well as birthday and families, white water rafting has never been this fun and inclusive!
Finally, one of our favourite providers with many options is Path to Adventure. Path to Adventure caters to small groups, families, stag and hen dos and more, and offer plenty of unforgettable adventures, including:
Make the most of the best water sports in the Lake District this summer!
If you want to experience a staycation in the Lake District during the warmer months and are looking for family-friendly accommodation, Park Cliffe is just what you need. You can pick from a self-catering cottage, glamping pods, a cosy Shepherd’s Hut, pitches for tents and motorhomes and luxury static caravans.
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