Paddle-boarding and Kayak Sessions

Welcome to Q Lake, the perfect spot for paddle-boarding and kayaking adventures from April through to October. Whether you’re trying out new kit, practising your skills, getting your confidence back after a Winter spent on dry land or introducing the next generation to paddle sports, we offer a relaxed environment, free from unpredictable currents or obstructions, where the excellent water quality is tested regularly. So what are you waiting for?

How It Works

• Book a 2-hour slot online and bring your board or kayak—you’re all set for a great time on the water.

• Remember to book a ticket for each board; this also includes entry for 1 person.

• Everyone else will need a lakeside pass to gain entry to the site; they will still be able to use the board or simply watch. If they wish to swim, they’ll need to swim in the designated swim area.

• Your SUP ticket includes swimming access for the full day for one person

• An Evening SUP ticket includes access for the evening (from 5pm)

• Parking: Please use the main car park and carry your board to the lake. A trolley can help you transport your gear more easily. Bring a hand pump or a battery pump if you wish to inflate next to the lake.

• Facilities: We have toilets, including an accessible toilet close to Q Lake. There are also outdoor showers for swimmers. Please note the indoor showers are for campers only.

Opening Times

• SUP & Kayak slots are available from 10 am daily.

• Check in with a team member before taking your board on the lake.

• Please only use your boards/kayaks during your allocated slot; outside these hours, the lake is reserved exclusively for swimmers. Numbers are capped to ensure a relaxing experience without too much congestion.

Rules & Safety

• SUPs and kayaks are only allowed in one half of the lake—please follow the signage.

• Under-18s must wear personal flotation devices (PFDs); we strongly recommend them for adults too.

• Always use designated jetties and ramps to enter and exit the water. Kneel when leaving or arriving at a jetty.

• No swimming alongside boards. Multiple people may take it in turns using a board or use it together, but anyone not on the board must stay on the bank (unless you are a parent supervising a nearby child).

• Children must be supervised, either in the water or from the bankside; the adult supervising needs a lake/lakeside ticket or a SUP ticket.

Additional Info

• We do not currently offer boards for hire. If you’d like to try paddle-boarding but don’t have your own kit, speak to Andy, our SUP coach—all equipment is provided during his lessons: info@h2omudandsnow.co.uk

• We do not offer hire of lifejackets or PFDs; you will need to provide your own- Decathlon sells these at a reasonable price.

• Your SUP ticket is also valid for swimming for the rest of the day.