Platty+ | Watersports in the Lake District, UK

Watersports in the Lake District, UK

WATERSPORTS ON DERWENTWATER

Platty + is a small friendly family run water sports centre.
The centre, equipped with changing and toilet facilities, is based on the shores of Derwentwater.
We offer a high standard of hire and tuition which includes powered safety boat cover.
We are experienced in dealing with individuals and groups, children and adults (including those with special needs), families with young children, corporate groups and school parties.

KAYAK

Kayaking is an amazing way to experience total independence, in the stunning surroundings of Derwentwater. We use a range of touring kayaks, singles and doubles, ideal for use on the lake.

CANOE

Canoeing is an exciting way to enjoy the amazing scenery of Derwentwater, whether it is technical solo paddling or a gentle potter with family. Paddle in a solo, tandem, family, rafted or voyageur canoe.

PADDLEBOARD (SUP)

All the cool dudes want to SUP. Stand Up Paddleboarding the latest “must do” sport available to everyone which does not need to involve falling in the water all the time.

DRAGON BOAT

A Chinese Long Boat for up to 20 people. With one of our experienced helmsmen the challenge is to get everybody paddling together, in time, that’s not as easy as it sounds!

SAIL

We have sailing boats to offer everything from adrenalin fuelled excitement to a relaxing tootle. Experience the thrill of going solo or the comfort of sailing with family and friends.

VIKING LONGSHIP

This is your chance to live the fantasy adventure and sail like a Viking. Crew one of history’s most iconic boats in the stunning fjord land of the Lake District.

We also offer...

Raft Build | Powerboat | Voyageur

OPEN 1ST MARCH TO 31ST OCTOBER FOR HIRE

IF YOU REQUIRE ANYTHING OUTSIDE THIS PERIOD

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All in all, the UKCC Level 1 Coaching course was a fun experience. The course was run by Ashley St.john-claire and luckily for me was at Platty + on...

We had a fantastic time Raft Building with the Year 7 boys from St James School London. The weather can be so good in March.

After 4 days working hard in stunning conditions Connor has successfully passed his Level 1. We are looking forward to posting his comments

We're HiringPlatty + offers a unique opportunity to work in a wonderful environment and we are currently on the look out for the right person to join our team. Vist...

We treated our two girls to an afternoons kayaking on Monday 6th August and would like to thank you all for a brilliant time. Niamh and Sophie were the girls in question and even after their experience they were still full of excitement. Emma, The Instructor who accompanied them was brilliant too, and made sure the girls got the most out of their two hour kayak sessionNiamh, Sophie, Russ & Bev

Thank you very much for dealing with our first sailing lesson during the recent half term in such a friendly, reassuring and professional manner.Chris

In the car on the way home from our holiday, some days after Platty+, Niamh and Sophie both rated Platty+ as the highlight of our trip and cant wait to come back next year.Russ