Bawsey Bay Watersports

This week marks the start of Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK Drowning Prevention Week.

The Norfolk Water Safety Forum supports this important campaign, which aims to educate communities - particularly young people aged 5 to 17 - on vital water safety skills ahead of the school holidays.

As part of the week, we’re working alongside Alive Leisure Centres’ swim teachers to support free water safety sessions for 8–15 year olds. We’re also taking part in water safety training with the Fenland Working Newfoundlands Group.

We’re encouraging parents, guardians, schools, youth groups and children’s clubs to share these life-saving tips to help keep young people safe:
📞 If you see someone in difficulty, call 999 - never enter the water after them
💧 If you get into trouble, lie on your back in a star shape and float to live
🦺 Always wear a life jacket or buoyancy aid when on the water or taking part in water sports
🤝 Swim with others and let someone know where you’re going and when you’ll be back
🧊 Ease yourself into the water - cold water shock can happen quickly

Due to this forecast for tomorrow Saturday 6th June. We will not be operating will access again for Sunday.

If you’re looking at kayaking with Bawsey Bay Watersports near King’s Lynn, it’s a solid beginner-friendly setup with sheltered flat water on the Great Lake at Bawsey Estate & Country Park. They offer:

* Single kayak hire
* Double kayak hire
* Canadian canoe hire
* Intro/taster kayaking sessions with instructors
* Open paddle/self-launch sessions for experienced paddlers.

Key details:

* Single kayaks: about £20/hour
* Double kayaks: about £30/hour
* Intro lesson: around 2 hours with qualified instructors
* Wetsuits and buoyancy aids provided
* Under-18s need an accompanying adult
* Pre-booking is strongly recommended

The lake is controlled access, so you generally can’t just turn up and launch independently unless you’ve booked one of their designated self-launch sessions.

Location:

* Bawsey Estate & Country Park, King’s Lynn, PE32 1EP

Official booking/info:
Bawsey Bay Watersports

They’re especially good for:

* First-time kayaking
* Family paddling
* Calm-water practice
* SUP + kayak mixed group days

If you’re planning a family day out at Bawsey Bay Watersports, it’s a strong option for mixed ages and beginners. It’s based at Bawsey Country Park near King’s Lynn, with sheltered lake water that’s well suited to first-timers and children.

Good family-friendly activities there include:

* Paddleboarding lessons and taster sessions
* Kayak hire
* Canadian canoe hire
* Pedalos for younger kids and relaxed groups
* Junior watersports sessions for ages 8–14
* Group/family sessions with instructors

All equipment is provided, including buoyancy aids and wetsuits.

The wider park also adds value for a full day out:

* Woodland walks and lakeside trails
* Café at the park hub
* Picnic areas
* Fishing lake nearby
* Nature-focused outdoor space for children

A few practical notes:

* Most watersports sessions need pre-booking
* The site is at PE32 1EP
* Terrain is sandy/uneven in places, so some trails can be difficult with pushchairs
* Weekend sessions can fill quickly in warm weather

At Bawsey Bay Watersports you can bring and use your own paddleboard, kayak, canoe, or similar non-motorised watersports equipment during their organised “self-launch” sessions.

Key details:

* Self-launch sessions are typically Saturdays and Sundays from 10am.
* You must book a launch permit online in advance.
* Third-party liability insurance is required.
* Buoyancy aids are mandatory. Wetsuits and buoyancy aids can be hired on site.
* Location: Bawsey Estate & Country Park, near King’s Lynn, postcode PE32 1EP.

Prices listed:

* £10 per craft if booked online in advance
* £15 if paid on the day

Official self-launch info: Bawsey Bay Self Launch Page

If you mean paddleboarding at Bawsey Bay in Norfolk, Bawsey Bay Watersports is one of the better beginner-friendly inland SUP spots near King’s Lynn.

What’s there:

* Introductory SUP taster sessions with instructors
* Paddleboard hire by the hour
* Calm sheltered lake water, which is easier for beginners than the open coast
* Wetsuits and buoyancy aids included
* Group sessions and self-launch sessions if you already own a board

Typical pricing:

* SUP taster lesson: about £60 for 2 hours
* Board hire: about £20 per hour

Location:

* Bawsey Estate & Country Park, near King’s Lynn
* Postcode: PE32 1EP

A few practical notes:

* Booking ahead is recommended, especially weekends
* Swimming in the lake is not allowed
* They run supervised “self-launch” times for people bringing their own boards

Official site:
Bawsey Bay Watersports

Gliding into the Bank Holiday Weekend with style!

We are open all weekend, first hire and intro sessions start from 10am Saturday and Sunday.
Our hire spots are filling up rapidly, soooooo if you're keen to get on the water, we suggest getting yourself booked on.

Happy Bank Holiday weekend everyone. 😎

The week 2 crew heading back to HQ after an awesome day of watersports!


See you in two weeks 👍