Can I bring my own kayak or canoe to Stanborough?
You may bring your own kayak or canoe along to our lake but only for use during one of our supervised GO Kayak sessions or one of our Paddle Club sessions.
Paddle Club
(16+ only)
Independent lake paddling sessions for 16+ only. Equipment hire included, SUP, Kayak, or Canoe. No instructor will be provided. All participants need to have attended an induction session beforehand in order to book.
Paddle Club Induction
The Induction will involve an assessment of your skills and an orientation of the centre so that you can independently set up for Paddle club sessions in the future. You must already be a proficient paddler as no teaching will be provided.
£10
- Returning 2026
Paddle Club
£10
- Returning 2026
Go Paddle
Adult & Youth Sessions (8 years+)
Do you already have some experience Paddle boarding or Kayaking and want to practice? We provide Kayaks, paddleboards, wetsuits & buoyancy aids or bring your own if you prefer. These exciting sessions, are for competent level paddlers. This is a participant led group session. If required, one of our experienced coaches will run through the essential techniques to get you manoeuvring your craft with ease.
£13.50 for 60 minutes - Bookable 14 days in advance
Please arrive 15 minutes before your session starts to allow time to get changed to maximise your time on the water
- Returning 2026
Paddle Courses - Youth
Intro to Paddlesports - Youth
(8 to 16 years)
This is a perfect course for young people who want to gain some basic knowledge in paddle sports. This course is designed for people that have never paddled before or people who want to develop more confidence in their new hobby in a safe and supportive environment. The session is a balance of learning through games, practice and discussion to help develop basic paddle skills, water safety and an understanding of equipment. Participants will have an opportunity to try paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing.
3 hour course - £38
Kayaks/Canoes/Paddleboards + wetsuits and buoyancy aids are supplied
- Tuesday 31st March - 09.30 to 12.30
- Friday 10th April - 09.30 to 12.30
- Friday 29th May - 09.30 to 12.30
*If your chosen date does not appear on the booking page, in Filters select "Holiday & Short Courses", then select "Paddle Sports"
Private Tuition
May - September: £69 per hour for up to 2 people, extra participants are charged at £23 per head.
October - April: £46 per hour for up to 2 people, extra participants are charged at £23 per head
Please use the contact us link below to check for availability and booking.
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