WEST MOLESEY BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Launch Fee: Bring Your Own Board to Hampton Court Paddle Sports’ Private Pontoon
A concise guide to using Hampton Court Paddle Sports’ on-site facilities—garden, electric pumps, lockers and a water-level pontoon—when you arrive with your own board or kayak.
Launch Fee: Bring Your Own Board to Hampton Court Paddle Sports’ Private Pontoon.
At Hampton Court Paddle Sports in West Molesey, a simple, well-equipped base makes launching your own board or kayak straightforward: a large garden with electric pumps, lockers, a loo and changing area sits behind a private jetty and water-level pontoon designed for easy launching and recovery. For a modest launch fee you can use these facilities and, if needed, rent paddles, buoyancy aids and small waterproof items to complete your kit.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
On-site garden, pumps and lockers
A large garden houses electric pumps for inflating boards, lockers, a loo and a small changing area so you can prepare on-site before heading to the water.
Private jetty and water-level pontoon
The operator’s private jetty and water-level pontoon make launching and recovering your board or kayak safe and straightforward, with direct access to the river from the facility.
Small rental menu to top up your kit
If you need extras, paddles, buoyancy aids and small waterproof items are available to rent for modest fees, letting you arrive light and still be fully equipped.
What the day feels like
What the visit actually feels like
You arrive at a compact, serviceable base where preparations are practical rather than pretentious: inflate on an electric pump in the garden, stash dry layers in a locker, then step onto a water-level pontoon to launch. The operator’s setup is intended to simplify the transition between land and river so independent paddlers can get on the water quickly and return with minimal fuss.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this setup suits—practical considerations and limits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
You may bring your own board or kayak and use on-site pumps and lockers; small rental items are available if needed. All bookings must be made by an adult (18+) and paid for before inflating your equipment.
Launch fee is £12.50 per board/kayak. Additional items available include paddles (£10), buoyancy aids (£10), waterproof phone cases (£5), dry bags (£5) and straps for glasses (£2).
Use the operator’s private jetty and water-level pontoon for launching and recovery; the pontoon is intended to make getting on and off the water easier and safer.
All equipment must be returned by the end of the agreed hire period and must be off the water by dusk; arrive with adequate daylight left for return.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How much is the launch fee for my own board or kayak?
The launch fee is £12.50 per board or kayak.
Are there items available to rent if I forget something?
Yes. Additional rental items include paddles (£10), buoyancy aids (£10), waterproof phone cases (£5), dry bags (£5) and straps for glasses (£2).
When must I make the booking and who can book?
All bookings must be made and paid for by an adult aged 18 or over prior to inflating your board.
Can I launch directly from the site?
Yes. The facility includes a private jetty and a water-level pontoon to make launching and recovery straightforward and safe.
When do I need to return hired equipment and leave the water?
All equipment must be returned by the end of the agreed hire period and must be off the water by dusk.
What happens at busy times?
At busy times you may have to wait to access the jetty and pontoon.