WATER SPORTS FOR ALL THE FAMILY

Ellerton Park is one of the North's leading water sports centres with a clean, freshwater 60 acre lake surrounded by open countryside. We are located close to the A1 between Richmond and Northallerton and just off the B6271.

• Ideal for dinghy sailing, canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding.
• Open water swimming and triathlon training
• Scuba diving activities
• Designated areas for each water activity - Please ask for more information

Open water swimming

• Ideal for triathlon and open water swimmers. Group training and competitions welcomed by arrangement. Training by qualified instructors available, see below for details
• We recommend the wearing of wetsuits, brightly coloured swim caps and the use of a tow float
• No casual swimming - This is a deep lake and suitable only for competent open water swimmers and those under training / supervision

Water sports for all the family

For a great day out with the family why not come to Ellerton Park and spend the day on the water with your own dinghy, canoe, kayak or paddle board. Our large car park makes it easy to launch your craft into the fresh, clear water.

If you have your own equipment including life jackets which are compulsory for all watersports users then you can just turn up and pay on arrival in cash. Should you need to hire any equipment you must check availability and book in advance with one of the groups listed below.

• The 60 acre lake allows for experienced sailors and beginners. Tuition for beginners is available by prior booking; please see details of providers below.
• All water users of the lake must wear a life jacket or buotancy aid - no exceptions will be made.
• A limited number of buoyancy aids are available to hire. Please enquire when booking
• Juniors under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult who must sign an indemnity form on their behalf prior to them going on the water
• We welcome schools, clubs and organisations to the lake
• NO BBQs or FIRES
• NO alcohol to be brought in or consumed on site
• NO DOGS PERMITTED IN WATER SPORTS CAR PARK OR ON THE LAKE

Scouts

We are pleased to confirm that the scouts have their North Yorkshire water activities centre here at Ellerton Park

 

 

Prices for 2024 - PLEASE NOTE CASH PAYMENT ONLY ACCEPTED

Scuba Diving	Adults £10.00 per day / Children £5.00 per day
Canoeing, kayaking, sailing & paddle boarding	Adults £10.00 per day / Children £5.00 per day
Open Water Swimmers	Adults £6.00 per day / Children £4.00 per day

Opening Times

We are open 7 days a week 9.00am to 4.00pm. Please note the last entry to the water is 3.00pm, gates locked at 4.00pm.