Activities and Camping

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.

#ItsYourOutdoors - come and explore! 

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 £27

Available at RoadfordStithians and Wimbleball

*Only available at Roadford and Wimbleball


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 £85 per person

Available at RoadfordStithians and Wimbleball

*Land-based activities available at Roadford and Wimbleball

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 Week

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 £320 per person

Available at RoadfordStithians and Wimbleball

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.

For more information, see the 'courses and clubs' tab in the top navigation or 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.

For more information, see the 'courses and clubs' tab in the top navigation or contact:

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

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