Are you missing having fun on the lake? I keep hearing people say that they can’t wait for the summer boating season to start again in the Lake District. We’d love to help you discover how to have that enjoyment without the wait.
Did you know that there are many lake activities that can be enjoyed throughout the winter if you use the right equipment and take the correct precautions? We’re here to help you know what’s important.
Winter often offers some of the very best paddling conditions – stunning scenery, peace and tranquility – but there are definitely precautions that you need to take. The lake is very cold at this time of year.
But don’t worry – there are plenty of winter lake activities that you can still enjoy. I’m going to talk you through the hire activities that we can offer at Nichol End, where we have a well maintained fleet of boats, safety equipment and a rescue service on standby. If you are thinking of going on the water with your own equipment, please make sure that your equipment is in good safe condition and that you have a safety plan in place to prevent spending extended time in the cold water.
Rowing boats and rafted canoes are the most stable of our hire fleet. Suitable for up to 6 or 8 people respectively, they are a great way to take to the water in the winter months. There’s plenty of room to take a picnic and a hot flask of tea or soup to enjoy on an island and as an extra bonus, you can often travel further in these craft and explore areas of the lake that you haven’t seen before.
What should you wear? We highly recommend dressing in warm layers with a windproof and waterproof outer layer. And of course, a buoyancy aid is mandatory. Consider a hat, and we suggest wearing windproof and waterproof gloves.
What if the weather is poor? We have decades of experience and will advise you on the day and will fully refund your booking, or offer to change it to another day if the weather conditions make it unsuitable for your session to proceed.
We have limited availability to book online because we prefer to help you in person in the winter months. So give us a ring on 01768773082 to chat through your requirements – we will recommend the best options based on your experience and the make up of your group.
Have fun!