Our Boat Hire on Ullswater is run from a stunning lakeshore location, and our usual hire area includes 3 beautiful islands and numerous beaches. Perfect for exploring and picnics!
Our fleet of sailing boats, Canadian canoes, canoe rafts (perfect for families) and kayaks may be hired for any period from an hour to a full day. Safety boat cover is provided. Buoyancy aids are provided and we ask that they are worn at all times.
Hire is normally restricted to the (quite extensive) area that is within range of our rescue boat and our field of view. Please listen to the hire briefing as we may need to restrict this area in the event of poor weather.
(Sorry, no power boats, inflatables or rowing boats are available)
We have sailing dinghies for every ability and temperament, and if you hanker after a more traditional approach then try one of our ‘Traditional boats’. These tend to offer a more sedate sail and are ideal for families.
Our canoes are ‘Canadian’ style open canoes for two or three people. They are made of tough plastic and are easy to paddle. We can raft 2 canoes together, great for extra stability, families with small kids etc. We also have 1 and 2 person sit-on kayaks for the more adventurous who don’t mind getting wet.
(well behaved dogs are allowed at your own risk)
EXCELLENT Based on 71 reviews Ginny2024-09-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve just come back from an amazing weekend completing my RYA Level 1. Peter, you have the patience of a saint, thank you for giving me the confidence to just carry on through when my nerves were getting the better of me. Couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. All the staff so friendly & considerate (thanks for keeping my silver balls safe, if you know you know) & with a good sense of humour. And it goes without saying, all in the most beautiful setting. No hesitation in recommending you. If this girl can, anybody can. Alex Halliday2024-08-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic. We booked our son onto one of their kids week sailing days. From the beginning we dealt with a really great lady called Linnhe who arranged everything for us. The instructor Joe was brilliant and our son had a fabulous day, the very first thing his big smiling face said on emerging from the water was “that was absolutely brilliant, can I come back tomorrow” So we booked him onto a second day, he had such a wonderful time and he hasn’t stopped talking about it. He’s learnt to sail and made some friends. All in an amazing sailing club with really friendly staff. It made my sons holiday. Joel Patrick2024-06-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hired a sailing boat for a few hours, had great fun. Lovely area, lovely staff, and a very reasonable cost. Plus no one fell in, which is always good. Thanks! James O'Connell2024-03-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic day on a canoe around the lake. Friendly staff and easy to book. Would highly recommend! Heather Gribbin2023-11-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a lovely morning sailing on Ullswater in one of the traditional boats. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Stunning scenery and so peaceful. Will definitely visit again! Andy Lammas2023-10-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fabulous place to learn to sail in a traditional style boat - very friendly people. Matt Widdowson2023-07-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly staff. Good equipment. Decent prices. Jens-Uwe Deiters2023-06-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great sailing experience! We capsized in a gust and we’re looked after immediately by Peter. Very good safety instructions and very well maintained material. We come again!