Located on the edge of Gunwade Lake in Ferry Meadows Country Park, Nene Outdoors watersports and activity centre is the ideal venue for watersports, boat hire and adventure activities for all ages and abilities. A wide range of boats and craft are available for pay and play hire with no qualifications required so visitors of any age or ability can get out and enjoy the water.
Prices to hire boats, kayaks, canoes and sail boats, paddle boats and swan pedalos are below.
You can also see prices for storing and launching you own craft.
Pay and Play – Buoyancy aids included with all boat hires and use of changing facilities
| Boat type | 1/2 hour | 1 hour |
|---|---|---|
| Family boat | ||
| Swan pedalo | £15 | £25 |
| Row boat | £15 | £25 |
| Paddle sports | ||
| Stand up paddle board (SUP) | £6 | £10 |
| Kayak single | £6 | £10 |
| Kayak double | £10 | £17 |
| Open canoe | £10 | £17 |
| Sail sports | ||
| Single hander dinghy | – | £15 |
| Double hander dinghy | – | £25 |
| Double hander dinghy | – | £25 |
| Windsurf beginner board | – | £15 |
| Equipment | ||
| Wetsuit | £1 | £1.50 |
| Helmet | £1 | £1.50 |
| Launch fees and storage | Cost | |
| Launch | £10 | |
| Annual launch | £150 | |
| Annual storage | £150 | |
Opening hours vary throughout the year and are dependent on weather conditions so if you are planning a special visit we advise calling in advance to check we will be open.
For most boats, no previous experience is necessary.
Our friendly and experienced staff will be able to advise on what boat is suitable for you and provide any instruction necessary to get you out enjoying the water. For those seeking to develop their skills further, our staff also offer taster sessions and training courses throughout the year.
In addition to our pre-scheduled events throughout the year, out Instructors can also offer private tuition. Please see our Events section for the next available date or contact us for more information.
If you fancy something more challenging our friendly, experienced team can provide activities for small or large groups aged 8 years upwards. We welcome participants of all abilities to our group experience - the focus is on trying new things, having fun and learning new skills along the way. Visit our Groups page for more information.
Opening hours vary throughout the year and are dependent on weather conditions so if you are planning a special visit we advise calling in advance to check we will be open.