Self Launch - 2 Craft

PLEASE NOTE WATERSPORTS CENTRE NOW CLOSED FOR WINTER

Back open for day launch from 19th January 2026 Mon-Thurs, Weekends from 7th Feb

Daily Launch permits include -

1. Access to the water from 10:00, off the water by 16:00
2. Safety cover
3. Free all-day parking for 1 car per permit (normally £5)
4. Use of changing rooms, showers and toilets

Yearly and temporary launch memberships are also available

Please read the following information before booking to launch your equipment:

1. All craft being launched must have a valid policy of third party insurance
2. Under 18’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult who must stay on site during the duration of the launch session
3. Under 16’s must be supervised by a responsible adult who must always stay on the shore side (In sight of participant)
4. Under 8’s must be supervised by a responsible adult who is on the water either on the same craft or on different craft.
5. Under 6’s must be in accompanied by an adult in the same craft.
6. All users must wear a buoyancy aid at all times with the exception of: Advanced windsurfers wearing a harness, wind wing users who must have a leash on their board and wing. These exemptions only apply to over 18’s and SWLT can insist a user wears a buoyancy aid if they have any concerns for the user’s safety.
7. Please ensure your craft is in safe and seaworthy condition.
8. Please note, no engines or outboards are permitted on the water.

Third party insurance is required when launching your own equipment at any of our lakes.

We will need to know who you are insured with and when the policy expires when you book with us.

More info

Buoyancy aids of at least 50N (Personal floatation devices) must be worn by all water users, unless you are over 18 and competent in the prevailing conditions in the following disciplines:

• A windsurfer wearing a harness

• Wingfoiler with leash to board and wing (impact vest and helmet recommended)

• A rowing skull

SUP users must wear a personal floatation device such as a Buoyancy aid and use a board leash at all times. SUP PFD Belts are allowed.

Buoyancy aids can be hired from the watersports centre for additional cost if required.

Always dress appropriately for the conditions e.g. winter wetsuits or dry suits to be worn Nov-April. As it can be rocky/muddy around the lake we recommend you wear some suitable footwear.

On arrival head to the Activity Centre reception to check-in and receive a safety briefing before launching.

Note self-launch is only available during opening hours – you can check current opening hours here

Hot showers, toilets and changing facilities onsite.