The Boathouse

The Boathouse

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Set in the serene and beautiful surroundings of Thompson Park boating lake, off Ormerod Road, The Boathouse offers a day out with a difference.

Open weekends + school holidays April – Sept. 12noon-6pm
Boat hire, ice cream and refreshments
Rowing boats £8 - 25 mins 4/5 seats
Canadian canoes £6 -25 mins 3 seats Bring family or friends for a row around the lake in a kayak, rowing boat, or canoe! Our Café serves fresh coffee, ice cream and delicious refreshments and you can enjoy them all at our lakeside seating area. We’re open every weeken

Photos from The Boathouse's post 04/07/2026

☀️ THIS WEEKEND: FAMILY FUN DAY! ☀️

Burnley HAF – Fun Food and Friends presents a FREE Family Fun Day at Thompson Park!

📅 Sunday 5th July 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Thompson Park, Burnley

Looking for the perfect way to kick off the summer holidays? Join us for a fun-filled day packed with activities for the whole family, including:

🎨 Arts and crafts
⚽ Sports and games
🎭 Entertainment and activities
ℹ️ Information about exciting holiday opportunities for children and families

Bring the whole family along for an afternoon of fun, laughter, creativity and community spirit in one of Burnley's most beautiful parks.

What to expect:
🎟️ FREE entry
🌟 Activities for all ages
✅ Meet local providers and discover holiday opportunities
🎉 Fun, food, friends and plenty of summer excitement

🍟 And while you're there, treat yourself to a freshly prepared portion of our delicious Dirty Fries from the Burnley Leisure & Culture Hospitality Catering Truck!

No booking required – simply come along and enjoy the day! ❤️

05/06/2026

Good evening,

Due to the poor weather forecast for tomorrow we are going to stay closed.

Looks slightly brighter on Sunday so we’ll be back open!!

Photos from The Boathouse's post 30/04/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend?

Why not come down and take a scenic boat ride on the crystal clear waters of Thompson Park!!

Cafe open from 11am serving a range or Marshfield Farm Ice creams and a range of hot and cold drinks.

Grab yourself a boat ride from 12pm. Last boats go out at 5pm!

07/04/2026

The spring sunshine is here ☀️ make the most of it and head down to Thompson Park for some time on the lake, refreshments and a walk round the park! The Boathouse cafe is open from 11am and the boats from 12pm 🛶

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Ormerod Road
Burnley
BB113QW