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If you don't fancy the sea, have a paddle at our private lake instead

Don't like going in the sea? Visit our new lake location

As an alternative to our Brighton beach location we'd like to welcome you to our new 2nd location at Piddinghoe lake - situated between Newhaven and Lewis, just off A259 from Newhaven. This is a private inland watersports location available for pre-booked group and family activities as well as training courses, corporate events, educational excursions and watersports tuition.

Brighton Watersports' activities at Piddinghoe lake are brought to you in association with the Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club (NSSC). The location has full changing rooms, showers, toilets, picnic tables and free parking.

About Piddinghoe Lake

Piddinghoe lake or 'pond' as it is sometimes referred to, started life as a quarry in the late 1800's. By the mid 1950's excavation had stopped and the pit had become a lake. Not long after, it was acquired by the Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club who still own it today. Piddinghoe lake is a protected, privately owned, beauty spot in a secluded area.

At Piddinghoe we have secure changing rooms, showers, toilets, kitchen facilities, tuition classroom as well as free parking, BBQ facilities and comfortable outdoor seating and picnic area.

Available activities at the lake

Brighton Watersports activities at the lake range from group SUP hire, open and closed kayak hire, canoe hire and jumbo-sized SUP's. We also offer qualified instruction and private tuition as well as activities for educational groups, families and corporate events. Please note that all activities at the lake must be pre-booked. Contact us today to discuss your exact requirements and book your session at Piddinghoe lake with Brighton Watersports.

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We Take Your Safety Seriously

Safety on the water is of paramount importance to Brighton Watersports, especially when we are providing activities for younger people. We ensure that all of our staff are fully qualified to instruct and supervise watersports activities to the highest standards.

Brighton Watersports hold an AALA license (Adventure Activities Licensing Authority) for the provision of watersports activities to persons 17 years old and under. Click here to view our license on the AALA website.

We are licensed by the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority

The Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) is the licensing authority for outdoor activity centres for young people in Great Britain. The AALA inspect and issue licences to providers, such as Brighton Watersports, only if they meet the autority's strict safety requirements.

Fully Qualified

All Brighton Watersports staff are fully trained and carry all required qualifications for providing watersport activities.

Safe Equipment

We provide all required safety equipment and bouyancy aids. All of our equipment is regularly tested and maintained.

Fully Insured

All of our watersports activities include personal insurance.

Safety First

We provide diligent supervision from qualified instructors.

Out on the Lake Gallery

Fun moments of adventure and discovery beautifully captured by Brighton based photographer Fraser Morrison.
Explore more of Fraser's work on Instagram @frasermorrison

Family & Children's Activity Packages

Fun activities for families and children (Children up to 15 years old) with paddleboarding, kayaking, jumbo paddleboarding, raft building and fun games.

Family Watersports Package
  • Enjoy an extremely fun complete watersports experience great for families. This includes kayaking and stand up paddle boarding.
  • 2 hour session prices
    Adult: £45 / Child (Under 16): £35
  • Available session times
    Available 7 days a week
    9am - 11am
    11.30am - 1.30pm
    2pm - 4pm
  • Minimum requirements
    Minimum party of 4 required
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    Family package schedule

    Initial introduction with your group leader

    Gear up - Wetsuits and buoyancy aids are included

    Kayaking and paddleboarding as desired.

    You will be given advice and tuition on all activities so experience isn't essential (as long as everybody can swim)

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School Holiday Package
  • Join a fun group of young people for a full day of kayaking, paddleboarding, in and out of the water games and activities plus raft building and jumbo paddleboarding! Please note that we DO NOT provide lunch - please ensure that your child brings a packed lunch.
  • Daily session prices
    Child (Under 16): £70 per day
  • Availability
    Monday - Friday
    9am - 4pm
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    School Holiday Package

    Initial introduction with your group leader

    Gear up - Wetsuits and buoyancy aids are included

    Introduction followed by a full day of kayaking, paddleboarding, in and out of the water games and activities plus raft building and jumbo paddleboarding!

    You will be given advice and tuition on all activities so experience isn't essential (as long as everybody can swim)

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Kids Party Package
  • Just add water! Great for kid's celebrations with a 2 hour fun party session of kayaking, paddleboarding and jumbo paddleboarding.
  • 2 hour party session Prices
    Child (Under 16): £25 each
  • Available party session times
    Available 7 days a week
    9am - 11am
    11.30am - 1.30pm
    2pm - 4pm
  • Minimum requirements
    Minimum party of 6 required
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    Kids Party Package

    Initial introduction with your group leader

    Gear up - Wetsuits and buoyancy aids are included

    You will be given advice and tuition on all activities so experience isn't essential (as long as everybody can swim)

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Supervised Group Activities & Tuition

Fun supervised activities for groups of all ages with paddleboarding, kayaking, jumbo paddleboarding and fun games available. We also offer 1-2-1 and group tuition sessions for all ages with a qualified instructor.

kayak / paddleboard 2-3 persons
  • Enjoy an extremely fun supervised watersports experience. This can include both kayaking and paddleboarding.
  • 2 hour session prices
    Adult: £55 / Child (Under 16): £40
  • Available session times
    Available 7 days a week
    9am - 11am
    11.30am - 1.30pm
    2pm - 4pm
  • Minimum requirements
    Minimum party of 2-3 persons required
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    kayak / paddleboard 2-3 persons

    Initial introduction with your group leader

    Gear up - Wetsuits and buoyancy aids are included

    Kayaking and paddleboarding as desired.

    You will be given advice and tuition on all activities so experience isn't essential (as long as everybody can swim)

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kayak / paddleboard 4-6 persons
  • Enjoy an extremely fun supervised watersports experience. This can include both kayaking, paddleboarding and some fun games.
  • 2 hour session prices
    Adult: £45 / Child (Under 16): £35
  • Available session times
    Available 7 days a week
    9am - 11am
    11.30am - 1.30pm
    2pm - 4pm
  • Minimum requirements
    Minimum party of 4-6 persons required
  • view schedule
    kayak / paddleboard 4-6 persons

    Initial introduction with your group leader

    Gear up - Wetsuits and buoyancy aids are included

    Kayaking and paddleboarding plus some fun games as desired.

    You will be given advice and tuition on all activities so experience isn't essential (as long as everybody can swim)

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kayak / paddleboard tuition
  • Dedicated 1-2-1 or group tuition for paddleboard and/or kayak with an experienced, qualified Brighton Watersports instructor.
  • 90 minute tuition session Prices
    1-2-1 (adults only): £65
    Group 2-3 persons
    Adult: £55 / Child (Under 16): £45
    Group 4-6 persons
    Adult: £45 / Child (Under 16): £35
  • Available 90min tuition session times
    Available 7 days a week
    9.30am - 11am
    11.30am - 1pm
    1.30pm - 3pm
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    kayak / paddleboard tuition

    Initial introduction with your instructor

    Gear up - Wetsuits and buoyancy aids are included

    Tuition given as desired.

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How to get there

Piddinghoe lake is situated between Newhaven and Lewis, just off A259 from Newhaven.