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:

Roadford Lake in Devon
Siblyback Lake on Bodmin Moor
Stithians Lake in West Cornwall
Tamar Lakes on the Devon Cornwall border
Wimbleball Lake on Exmoor.

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

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Tamar Lakes (North Cornwall)

Tamar Lakes Activity Centre, Kilkhampton, Bude, Cornwall EX23 9SB

01288 321712

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Tamar Lakes, located close to the popular coastal resort of Bude, provide the perfect setting for your next family day out or camping adventure.

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Staying at Tamar

There’s a choice of electric and non-electric pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes in scenic campsite.

There are spacious pitches, a children’s play area, onsite showers and toilets, washing up area, baby changing room, waste disposal and recycling facilities and a cafe.

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Onsite activities and facilities

Whether you're joining us for the day or staying a little longer, there is a wide range of activities for all ages at the lake, including kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding. Hire our equipment or launch your own.

There is so much on offer - Tamar is popular with walkers, runners, cyclists, families, sailors, birdwatchers and anglers. #ItsYourOutdoors - come and explore!

What's on at Tamar

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Roadford Nature Reserve Volunteer Day

Join us on Thursday 16 July for a volunteering day at Roadford Nature Reserve to remove tree guards and help maintain the grounds.
Friends of South West Lakes Trust: Single Local Friendship

By joining us as a Single Local Friend, you will not only be supporting our work, but you will also enjoy year-round parking at one lake of your choice.
Become a Friend of South West Lakes Trust

Become a Friend of South West Lakes Trust to support our work caring for the lakes you love, with options incorporating an annual car parking pass for one or all of our lakes.
Cornwall Invasive Species Forum

The Cornwall Invasive Species Forum, hosted by South West Lakes Trust and kindly funded by CINNG (Community Invasive Non-native (Species) Group), brings together lots of organisations to tackle the growing challenge of invasive non‑native species across the county.

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Wimbleball Lake (Somerset, Exmoor)

The spectacular Wimbleball Lake, nestled amongst the rolling hills of Exmoor National Park, is an unforgettable location for your next family day out or camping adventure.
Roadford Lake (Devon / Cornwall border)

Surrounded by countryside, and nestled amongst the beautiful surroundings of the Wolf Valley with the dramatic tors of Dartmoor as its backdrop, Roadford is the perfect location for your next family escape.
Siblyback Lake (East Cornwall)

Surrounded by the striking backdrop of Bodmin Moor, Siblyback Lake is the perfect spot for your next family day out or camping adventure in Cornwall.
Stithians Lake (West Cornwall)

Stithians Lake, located in the heart of Cornwall's iconic mining landscape, is a striking setting for your next family adventure.

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Wimbleball Lake, Exmoor

Wimbleball is a hub of colour and activity throughout all the seasons. Nestled within the rolling hills of Exmoor National Park, there are plenty of ways to get active at Wimbleball. With an array of walking and cycling trails winding around the 530 acre site, and a fantastic range of watersports and other activities available, this is the perfect location to spend a day outdoors – whether you are looking for a leisurely stroll or a challenging expedition.
Equipment Hire

Experience the ultimate family adventure by exploring the lakes at your own pace. We have a variety of watersports equipment available to hire including; kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards and more.
South West Lakes Trust Booking Confirmation

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Self-launch and Launch Membership

Already have your own kit? You can launch your own kayak, canoe, dingy or stand up paddleboard at our lakes! And, if you are a regular visitor, you can even become a member and launch as often as you like at all five activity centres!
Wimbleball Campsite (Somerset, Exmoor)

Experience a family camping holiday like no other at Wimbleball Lake, nestled in the hills of Exmoor National Park. Create the ultimate camping break packed with adventure, creating lasting memories for the whole family.
Roadford Lake, Devon

Roadford Lake sits within the stunning surroundings of the Wolf Valley, close to Launceston on the Cornwall border. One of the biggest and busiest inland waters in the South West, the lake is surrounded by a variety of natural habitats, including Culm Grasslands, woodlands, old pastures and orchards.
Siblyback, Cornwall

Surrounded by the striking backdrop of Bodmin Moor, Siblyback Lake lies within the Cornwall National Landscape. There is a beautiful 5km round lake circuit, which is perfect for pushchairs, wheelchairs and bicycles. The path runs adjacent to the lake, and passes by the impressive Siblyback Dam and through woodlands.F
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Activities and Camping

#ItsYourOutdoors - come and explore!

Tamar Lakes (North Cornwall)

Tamar Lakes Activity Centre, Kilkhampton, Bude, Cornwall EX23 9SB

01288 321712

Staying at Tamar

The campsite

Prices and season dates

The local area

Onsite activities and facilities

Kayaking

Canoeing

Paddleboarding

Cycling and bike hire

Fishing

Tamar Lake Cafe

What's on at Tamar

Activity Centre opening times and contact us

Equipment hire

Launch your own equipment