Our Principles

Paddleboard The Lakes are on a mission to make paddleboarding fun and easily available for everyone. We want to share the feeling of freedom and love of the water that we feel when out on the lake surrounded by our stunning fells and nature.

Whether you’re new to the Lakes or a regular visitor there’s so much to explore here in the South Lakes, and what better way to see it all than from the water. Even if the glorious Lake District weather isn’t on your side, you can still have fun with us!

Having a fantastic base in beautiful surroundings and supplying you with Red Paddle Co equipment we not only offer you a bespoke experience, but you also get to try paddling on the best boards around. Whether you are a confident paddler who wants to try our boards before you buy your own, or you are a first timer who needs to feel comfortable and stable on a beginner’s board, the Ride 10’6” Inflatable SUP that we use are the perfect all-round boards for any type of rider.

We were all beginners once and care about how you feel so following our key principles is very important to us to ensure we give everyone the experience they would like, as well as ensuring safety on the water at all times and respecting our environment while we paddle.

Check out our SUP Packages to see which option suits you or Get in Touch if you would like a more bespoke/larger group session.

  • SUP Safety

    Participants must have a basic swimming ability (be able to swim 50 metres unaided and be competent in the water wearing a buoyancy aid).

    All hirer’s will be provided with a buoyancy aid that must be worn at all times whilst on the water along with the leash that attaches to yourself and to the paddleboard. The leash ensures you stay with your board at all times and if you fall into the water get back on your board straight away. If the leash becomes tangled or trapped there is a quick release strap around your leg/ankle to release you from the board. This should only be used in an emergency situation.

    Participants should be aware that stand up paddleboarding can be dangerous. Hazards include (but not limited to); drowning, hypothermia, heat exposure/sun stroke, repetitive strain injury, slips, trips, falls, biological hazards from lake water, skeletal/muscular injuries from paddling or moving equipment. All participants accept exposure of the afore mentioned hazards and do not hold Paddleboard The Lakes Ltd responsible for injuries obtained from any associated activity.

    Open water often lends itself to unsuitable windy conditions. Never head out in off-shore winds. Check the weather right up to your paddling time and plan for changeable winds and alternative routes. If you are unsure at all or do not feel safe then do not go out on your boards.

    You are responsible for ensuring that you have the correct clothing, towel and spare clothes, etc. and are fit enough to paddle comfortably. Please bring your own wetsuit if required and see our FAQ’s for more details on what to bring with you depending on the weather.

    Participants must be considerate to all other water users i.e.; swimmers, other paddleboarders, kayakers, lake cruise boats and all other boat users.

    Only launch and land at suitable areas. Do not launch from private land, private jetties or anywhere that may be seen as a threat to local wildlife i.e., lake islands with nesting birds.

    If you are unsure which bodies of water are safe and accessible to paddleboard on, see our FAQs section with advice based on the Lake District National Park guidelines.

  • Our Terms & Conditions

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    Bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance to ensure availability.

    Anyone under the age of 18 must be competent swimmers and accompanied by an adult at all times when on the water.

    All hirer’s must ensure each adult has their own SUP, we unfortunately cannot facilitate multiple customers taking turns on one board, however children can share a board with an adult if the maximum capacity (110kg) isn’t exceeded.

  • Cost & Cancellations

    Cost of hire session must be paid for in full upon time of booking.

    On hiring with Paddleboard The Lakes Ltd you (the hirer) agree to pay for any loss or damage of equipment.

    Failure to return the equipment at the time agreed when booking (if not contacted us with a valid reason) will incur a penalty of £10 per equipment and additionally £10 per hour thereafter.

    Returning a board in an unacceptable condition, i.e. covered in dirt, will result in a £5 cleaning charge per piece of equipment.

    Paddleboard The Lakes Ltd will not be held liable for any death, personal injury, or loss of or damage to goods arising out of the hire of any items, except that caused by any negligence by Paddleboard The Lakes Ltd.

    Paddleboard The Lakes Ltd do not have any responsibility whatsoever for loss or damage to your personal belongings. You accept that you are taking your personal property on to the water at your own risk.

    Full refunds can be issued for bookings cancelled up until 48 hours of your activity date. If you are cancelling your booking on the day of the arranged paddleboard hire, or less than 48 hours before, you will be given the option to book onto another session or given a credit note – unfortunately no refund will be given.

    We assess conditions before every session. In the event of bad weather, we may have to cancel your booking slot. We will contact you via phone on the morning of your activity where you will be given the opportunity to rearrange. Please note, we do not issue refunds if it’s raining.

    Anyone who appears under the influence of drink or drugs will not be allowed to attend any lesson or hire any equipment from Paddleboard The Lakes Ltd and will not be eligible for a refund.

    All participants will be required to sign a participation waiver form before hiring with us, which must be adhered to at all times.