Activities and Camping

Great days out with South West Lakes Trust

We have five Activity Centres across the region, where you can hire watersports equipment, launch your own craft or learn something new with our friendly and qualified instructors:

Extend your stay and camp at Roadford Campsite, Siblyback Campsite, Stithians Campsite, Tamar Campsite or Wimbleball Campsite.


Our lakes provide the perfect setting for a great day out in Cornwall, Devon and on Exmoor. Venture along our trails, encountering nature face to face. Refuel at our onsite cafés with delicious snacks, cakes and hot drinks. Enjoy a wide range of fun things to do – try an activity on or off the water for the very first time, shoot an arrow or swing through the trees, discover paddleboarding or explore our lakes by canoe. Extend your stay and enjoy a night under canvas, create a family holiday packed with new experiences creating lifelong memories.

Holidays like no other 

Keep the whole family entertained with a range of activities on and off the water. Our expertly trained instructors offer superb sessions for you to experience a day out like no other. From canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing to archery and high ropes – there’s plenty of outdoor activities to experience the ultimate day out or holiday with the family in Cornwall, Devon and on Exmoor. 

#ItsYourOutdoors - come and explore! 

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Learn something new with one of our qualified instructors. Take part in a 'Have a go' session, expand your knowledge by signing up to a course or get involved in one of our weekly clubs. There really is something for all ages and abilities to try.

'Have a go' Sessions

A fantastic way to try an activity for the first time with friends and family. These 1 - 2 hour instructor-led sessions are a great way to gain basic skills and, more importantly, have fun! 

Activities include; kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, sailing, windsurfing, archery* and high ropes* 

Prices start from just £22

Available at Roadford, Stithians and Wimbleball

*Only available at Roadford and Wimbleball

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'Get into' Sessions

Thinking about taking up a new hobby? These 'Get Into' sessions are a great way to start.

Enjoy a full day session with a qualified instructor who will help you on your journey to being a proficient paddler or sailor!

Activities include; kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, sailing and windsurfing

From £110 per person

Available at Roadford

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Activity Days

Enjoy a fun-filled day and experience a variety of different land* and water-based activities!

This could be sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, raft building, archery and high ropes depending on the weather conditions on the day.

The Activity Days are suitable for ages 8-16 

Only £65 per person

Available at Roadford and Stithians 

*Land-based activities available at Roadford 

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My son had an amazing day at the multi-activity day. Kayaking, raft building, stand up paddleboarding, mega SUP and the dinghy - he loved every minute.
Claire - parent of child participant

Activity Weeks

If you struggle to keep the kids entertained over the school break then our activity weeks could be the answer! Offering excellent value for money, they are a great way to get your kids learning and participating in outdoor sports.

Enjoy five days packed with new experiences and filled with adventure! The kids will have a go at sailingkayakingwindsurfingstand up paddleboarding, canoeing and raft building. 

The activity weeks are suitable for ages 8-16 

Only £250 per person

Available at Roadford, Stithians and Wimbleball

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Bespoke Sessions 

Did you know that we are also offering bespoke tuition sessions in sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and stand up paddleboarding?

The perfect opportunity to learn something new with your friends and family and create new memories.

Available at Roadford, Stithians and Wimbleball

Want to find out more? Please contact your preferred Activity Centre:

Roadford – 01409 211507 / [email protected]
Stithians – 01209 860301 / [email protected]  
Wimbleball – 01398 371460 / [email protected] 

Courses  

Gain a RYA qualification in either sailing, windsurfing or powerboating at one of our three RYA registered training centres across the South West; Roadford Lake, Stithians Lake or Wimbleball Lake.

Courses run throughout the year at each of the centres and bespoke courses are available to suit your specific requirements.

View our upcoming courses here

For more information, please contact your preferred activity centre:

Roadford – 01409 211507 / [email protected]
Stithians – 01209 860301 / [email protected]  
Wimbleball – 01398 371460 / [email protected] 

Clubs 

Get fit, get active and get outdoors! Here at South West Lakes Trust we offer a wide range of clubs to get involved in. Whether you’re a complete novice and are looking to learn something completely new, or you already have a little bit of experience and are looking to further your knowledge and skills in a certain area, we have the club for you.

Join one of our activity clubs at Roadford, Stithians or Wimbleball and start creating memories. We’re passionate about promoting and delivering health and wellbeing in the outdoors and our lakes give so many opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to get outdoors and be active. From junior windsurfing to adult sailing … there really is something for everyone.

Roadford Lake

Adult Sailing Club

Wednesday, 10am – 12pm, all year round from 17 January 2024

Junior Sailing Club

Saturday (suitable for all levels, 8-16 year olds), 10am – 12pm, all year round from 20 January 2024

Roadford Rebels

Saturdays, 9.30 am - 11.30 am for five consecutive weeks: £20 per session (£100 total)

Ages 8 - 16. A mixture of kayaking, raft building, sailing, archery and canoeing.

  • Wave 1: 15 June, 22 June, 29 June, 6 July and 13 July
  • Wave 2: 20 July, 27 July, 3 August, 10 August and 17 August 2024
  • Wave 3: 7 September, 14 September, 21 September, 28 September and 5 October 2024 

Roadford Buccaneers

Five weeks of activities to include archery, sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding and raft building. 

Fridays, 2pm-4pm. £100 per person per block. Ages 8-16. 
  • Wave 1: 7 June, 14 June, 21 June, 5 July and 12 July 2024
  • Wave 2: 6 September, 13 September, 20 September, 27 September and 4 October 2024

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Stithians Lake

Five week courses

We're running a range of five-week RYA courses in windsurfing and sailing, suitable for ages 8+ to 80+.

Get in touch for more info (01209 860301 / [email protected]) or book below. 

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Wimbleball Lake

Wimbleball Buccaneers

Saturdays, 10.00am - 12.00pm for six consecutive weeks: £120 per block. 

Ages 8 - 14. A mixture of kayaking, archery and climbing, high ropes, paddleboarding, sailing and raft building.

Wetsuits and buoyancy aids provided but participants will need to bring suitable clothing and trainers for activities. 

  • Wave 1: 20th April - 26th May 2024
  • Wave 2: 8th June – 21st July 2024
  • Wave 3: 27th July – 1st September 204 
  • Wave 4: 14th September – 21st October 2023

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For all equipment hire, self-launch and tuition a disclaimer must be completed online prior to arrival