HOWTOWN SUP FIELD GUIDE
Stand‑Up on Ullswater: Park Foot Paddleboard at Howtown
Paddleboard coaching and board hire from Ullswater Wake & Surf at Park Foot Holiday Park — sessions and hires from one hour up to seven hours, suited to families, beginners and experienced paddlers.
Stand‑Up on Ullswater: Park Foot Paddleboard at Howtown.
Experience the thrill of paddleboarding on one of the UK’s most beautiful lakes with Ullswater Wake & Surf. Based at Park Foot Holiday Park in Howtown, the operator offers expert coaching and board hire so you can learn with a coach or explore Ullswater at your own pace — an activity positioned for families, groups and solo paddlers alike.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Paddle on Ullswater from Park Foot
Launch from the lake access at Park Foot and glide across one of England’s most scenic lakes — the experience is framed by easy shore access and open water that suits both short hires and longer outings.
Qualified coaching or independent hire
Qualified coaches are available to introduce beginners to the fundamentals of stand‑up paddleboarding, while experienced paddlers can opt for board hire to explore independently.
Family and group friendly options
The operator provides family boards and XL family boards alongside single‑person hire, making the activity adaptable to small families or larger groups looking for a shared on‑water experience.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
You gather at the Park Foot lake access, kit up under coach guidance if you’ve booked a lesson, learn basic paddling technique and safety, then push off to explore the lake at a measured pace — sessions range from brief one‑hour hires to full‑day outings.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this suits — and who should be cautious.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
You must be able to swim. Bring swimwear, a towel and old trainers or footwear you don’t mind getting wet. Wetsuits are available to hire on the day.
Operator supplies Jobe Yarra 10.6 SUP boards for single paddlers, adjustable fiberglass paddles, 3.04m coiled leashes, buoyancy aids and professional coaching where booked.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need to be able to swim?
Yes — to take part in water activities you must be able to swim.
What are the session lengths and hire rates?
Single paddleboard hire is available for 1 hour (£20), 2 hours (£30) or 7 hours (£80). Family and XL family board rates and group lesson rates are also offered.
Can children paddle on their own?
Children under 12 must share a board with an over‑18. Children must be 13 or over to use a paddleboard on their own, but they must be supervised by someone 18 or over at all times.
How large are group lessons?
Group paddleboard lessons run with a maximum of 6 people per session.
Are wetsuits and safety kit provided?
Buoyancy aids, paddles, leashes and boards are provided; wetsuits are available to hire on the day.
Who operates the sessions and where do we meet?
Sessions are run by Ullswater Wake & Surf and meet at the lake access point at Park Foot Holiday Park in Howtown.