Membership gives you 130 acres of dedicated water ski and wakeboard lakes. If you want to use your boat to ski, ride, kneeboard or ringo on clean and calm water, look no further. You have found a location that in the UK is unique…
We allow a maximum of 12 boats to operate on the Lakes at any one time, (including the 2 club boats), and this policy provides everyone with plenty of water.
Please carefully study our Boat Driving Rules which will be provided to you at registration, and can be read here, because compliance with the rules will be strictly enforced!
Please note that any person driving a boat at Tallington Lakes must hold an SBD1 (previously SBDA) Licence. SBD1 course detail here.
The maximum size boat you may launch at Tallington Lakes is 22 feet in length. For safety reasons we much prefer dedicated ski and wakeboard boats, as opposed to boats with outboard engines.
The Club Lake (1) and Windsurf Lake (3) are out of bounds to all boats. Lake 2 is out of bounds, with the exception of licence holders who have obtained prior permission in writing or lake hire. This is to allow for access (at low speeds) for mooring purposes.
Launching is not permitted from the Watersports Centre, only the main slipway may be used.
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Boat Members may book out Lake 2. It’s booked, subject to availability, for your own use, mid-week and after 6pm at weekends, whether for a private party or serious training time – its yours!
1/2 Hour – £25
1 Hour – 40
2 Hours – £70
A boat and driver may be booked out on Lake 2.
1 Hour – £130
The Ski Boat Driver Level 1 qualification is the premier certification for recreational ski boat drivers in the UK, whether at water ski clubs or for personal use. Before embarking on your journey, you’ll need to assess your needs: do you require boat driving lessons, or do you already have some experience in towing skiers and riders? It’s up to the examiner’s discretion to determine if a test can be taken without prior lessons.
The SBD 1 course is divided into two key components: theory and practical, like obtaining a car license.
Theory Assessment: This segment takes approximately 2-3 hours and covers essential information on boat driving, ensuring you are well-equipped with the knowledge needed for safe and effective operation.
Practical Assessment: The practical component begins with a 30-minute familiarisation session with the boat, followed by a 15-minute practice of slow manoeuvring without a skier. Finally, you will undertake a 15-minute driving assessment while towing a water ski or wakeboarder.
Tallington Lakes is an authorised BWSW centre for SBD1 courses. Please call email waterski@tallington.com if interested in courses below:
SBD 1 Test on Our Boats: £150
Boat Driving Lessons: £60 per hour (conducted on our club-owned boats with an SBD 1 examiner)
Tallington Lakes is an authorised RYA centre for power boat courses. Please email sailing@tallington.com if interested in any of the power boat courses below:
RYA Powerboat Level 1: £225 1 day
RYA Powerboat Level 2: £225 1 day
Zero to Hero (RYA Level 1 & 2) One-to-One: £473 2 days
Safety Boat: £210 2 days
Call 01778 381145
Call 01778 381151
Please be careful. Please think. Accidents can easily and quickly happen! Protect yourself and all other water users. Enjoy your time on the lakes. If in doubt in any given situation whatsoever – just STOP.
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