MELTON MOWBRAY RAFTING FIELD GUIDE
Build, Lash and Launch: Team Rafting on Frisby Lakes
A hands-on 90-minute raft-building session at Frisby Lakes Paddlesports that has teams design, construct and test their own raft on the water—useful for anyone planning a group, family or corporate outing.
Build, Lash and Launch: Team Rafting on Frisby Lakes.
On the glassy margins of Frisby Lakes near Melton Mowbray, teams gather to turn barrels, poles and rope into something that floats. Raft Building is an active, cooperative session led by qualified instructors that combines problem-solving, balance and a fair amount of good-natured splashing in a striking lakeside setting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Construct your own raft
Groups design and lash together a working raft using barrels, wooden poles and rope, then prepare it for launch under instructor guidance.
Problem-solving and laughter
The activity emphasizes communication and collaboration—teams test concepts on the shore, iterate, then put their craft to the real test on the lake.
Splash test on Frisby Lakes
Once built, each raft is launched for a brief on-water trial—an opportunity for shared triumphs, lessons in buoyancy and memorable photos against the lakeside backdrop.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
Expect a brisk, social workout: teams check in, gather materials, sketch a plan, then spend the bulk of the 90-minute activity sawing, lashing and adjusting as instructors coach. The crescendo comes when crews push off and discover whether their craft holds or flips—either outcome delivers learning, laughter and a soaking or two.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this activity—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring any required medical items, a spare towel, weather-appropriate clothing (sun hat and sunscreen or waterproofs), a change of clothes, and trainers or wet shoes; do not wear wellingtons, crocs, flip-flops or heeled shoes.
Check in downstairs at Frisby Lakes Paddlesports for the session, which runs for 90 minutes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What age can take part?
The activity is suitable for participants aged 8 and over.
How long is the Raft Building session?
The session lasts up to 90 minutes.
Where do we meet?
Check in downstairs at the Frisby Lakes Paddlesports office before the activity.
What footwear should I wear?
Wear trainers or wet shoes; do not wear wellington boots, crocs, flip-flops or heeled shoes.
What should participants bring?
Bring any medical items you need, a towel, weather-appropriate clothing (sun hat and sunscreen or waterproofs) and a change of clothes.
Will instructors be present?
Yes—sessions are guided by qualified instructors who oversee construction and the on-water trials.