WESTBURY GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Canoeing Brokerswood: 90 Minutes on a 4‑Acre Lake with Qualified Instructors
A guided 90-minute canoe session on Brokerswood’s 4-acre lake for ages 5+, focused on paddle-skill development and games; this guide explains what to bring, where to meet, and the operator’s rules.
Canoeing Brokerswood: 90 Minutes on a 4‑Acre Lake with Qualified Instructors.
Set at Brokerswood Holiday Park near Westbury, the Canoeing - Brokerswood session puts paddlers into 2- and 3-seater Canadian canoes for a focused, instructor-led 90-minute outing on a 4-acre lake. Sessions balance coaching with games and are run by qualified instructors, making the format equally suited to children and adults who want a spirited, structured paddle session.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A compact 4-acre lake made for learning
The activity takes place on a 4-acre lake—an intentionally contained environment where instructors can manage groups, run drills and games, and keep an eye on everyone while on the water.
Qualified instructors in Canadian canoes
Sessions are led by qualified instructors who use 2- and 3-seater Canadian canoes to develop paddle skills and supervise on-water activities.
Skill-building wrapped in games
Expect a session designed to teach paddling technique while keeping the emphasis on fun—lots of games are incorporated so learning comes through play.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
Across a concentrated 90-minute block instructors brief the group, seat teams into 2- and 3-person Canadian canoes, and run a mix of paddle skills practice and games on the 4-acre lake—an energetic, hands-on session that emphasizes coaching and playful challenges.
THE SETTING
A compact 4-acre lake made for learning
The activity takes place on a 4-acre lake—an intentionally contained environment where instructors can manage groups, run drills and games, and keep an eye on everyone while on the water.
THE INSTRUCTION
Qualified instructors in Canadian canoes
Sessions are led by qualified instructors who use 2- and 3-seater Canadian canoes to develop paddle skills and supervise on-water activities.
THE EXPERIENCE
Skill-building wrapped in games
Expect a session designed to teach paddling technique while keeping the emphasis on fun—lots of games are incorporated so learning comes through play.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a complete change of clothing and footwear and empty your pockets—expect to get wet.
Because the session involves on-water activity, participants should have spare clothes and footwear available at the meeting point in case of splashes or capsizes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the canoeing session?
The session lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes (90 minutes).
Where do I meet for the activity?
Meet at Brokerswood Holiday Park, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4EH—if staying onsite meet at the open barns/archery range; off-site visitors should buzz the entry gate and follow instructions to park opposite the pods before walking back to the archery range.
What ages can take part?
Anyone aged 5 and above may participate. Those aged 7 and over can canoe without a parent in the boat; children under 7 must be accompanied in the boat by a paying adult.
How much does it cost?
The rate is £20.00 per person.
Do I need to bring anything specific?
Bring a complete change of clothing and footwear and empty your pockets—this is recommended in case you get wet during the session.
Is advance booking required?
Yes — booking in advance is required for this activity.
Are there facilities on site?
There are toilets and a basic shop/café on site at Brokerswood Holiday Park.
Can I stay on site after the session if I came from off-site?
No—Brokerswood Holiday Park is not open to the public unless you have booked an activity, and off-site visitors are expected to depart once the session has ended.