Platty + is re OPENING!! 4th July 2020
June 28, 2020 by Sarah Platt in category Events, LatestSingle and Double Kayaks. Tandem, Family and Rafted Canoes. Individual, Family and Monster Stand Up Paddleboards. All these can be hired. Tuition or guided tours are available for individuals or groups of up to 5. We will open on a limited booking’s basis only from the 4th July 2020. At Platty + our aim has […]
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March 2, 2020 by Sarah Platt in category LatestNew course date 22nd & 23rd March 2020 on Derwentwater two-day entry level course providing the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat R.Y.A. Powerboat Level 2 Course see our events calendar for further details
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January 29, 2020 by Sarah Platt in category Events, LatestPlatty + offers a unique opportunity to work in a wonderful environment and we are currently on the lookout for the right person to fill the post of seasonal water sports instructor. Visit our Staff Page and scroll down to the Vacancies section for more information. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to be […]
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March 27, 2019 by Sarah Platt in category Events, Latest tagged as Double Kayak, Kayak, SaleFollowing the aquisition of our new lime green Wavesport Horizon Doubles Kayaks we are selling the red Perception Horizons Double Kayaks they will replace. They have accommodated a wide range of our customers which is why we are replacing them with the same design. Great for all. Nice large cockpit area Suitable for the larger […]
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March 24, 2019 by Sarah Platt in category Events, Latest tagged as Derwentwater, Experience, Keswick, Viking, Viking LongshipJohn and Duncan launching Gift of the Gael, our #Viking Long Ship #Derwentwater. Preparing for our first Viking Experience day this year with Burtonwood Community Primary School during their stay Glaramara Hotel & Activity Centre Visit Keswick the lake district
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March 20, 2019 by Sarah Platt in category Events, Latest tagged as Canoeing, Dragonboat, Group, Keswick, Stand Up Paddleboard, SUPLooking for group water sport activities. Check out this Youtube video of the fun Cumbria Christian Youth Camp have whilst visiting Platty + during their summer camp https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WXu79MqCLeg#menu
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April 7, 2018 by Sarah Platt in category Events, Latest tagged as Canoeing, Duncan Firth, EmployeeWe are very excited to welcome our new assistant manager ~ Duncan Firth. Duncan has great experience working all over the UK and Europe but for the last few years has settled back home working in a number of centres around Cumbria before this move to Platty +.
0 0 Read moreFrom GB Selection to Platty+
May 29, 2017 by Sarah Platt in category Events, Latest“I just love kayaking” Latest addition to Platty+’s staff, British Canoeing team GB superstar Connor Turner. Connor has just been selected to represent GB in June at Augsburg in the River Racing Senior World Cup and the Under 23’s World Championship, in July, in Austria. So come and meet him, whether it’s a fun taster […]
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May 12, 2017 by Sarah Platt in category Events, LatestFiona Forster Thanks for having me! Great couple of days in beautiful sunshine… watch out for me sailing backwards down the lake next time I’m across! We can run a sailing course for you, just contact us. 2 candidates have successfully completed their R.Y.A. Seamanship Skills course over 2 days. Brilliant wind conditions for all […]
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March 19, 2017 by Sarah Platt in category Events, Latest tagged as Powerboat, RYA, Sail, Viking LongshipLooking for a course, dates now set for early summer check out in events. RYA powerboating RYA Sailing for adults or children or a Viking Experience with the children.
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