Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre

Forest Road, Barkingside, IG6 3HN 020 8708 2858 Opening Times

Centre Details

Forest Road, Barkingside, IG6 3HN

020 8708 2858

foac@visionrcl.org.uk

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About this facility

Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre holds Royal Yachting Association and Paddle UK approval as well as being licenced by the Adventurous Activities Licencing Authority.

Join us for pay as you go sessions or go all in with our all inclusive annual membership. We run courses year round, from taster sessions to full development programmes, our expert team supports everything from GCSE and BTEC modules to Duke of Edinburgh and Scout awards.

We’re also proud to be part of the RYA Sailability scheme, making sailing accessible for all.

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Fairlop Season Tickets

Sailing & Boat Park Season Tickets
Windsurfing & Paddleboarding Season Tickets

What we offer.

Movement

Stand Up Paddleboarding

Movement

Stand Up Paddleboarding

Stand Up Paddleboarding is a fun and exciting water sport activity that will test your balance as you move through the water using a board and a paddle. You’ll use your arms while standing or kneeling to propel you and your board forward. We run adults only sessions (18+) on Wednesday evenings between 6pm to 8pm (May to October). Got your own board? You can pay and play when the centre is open!

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Movement

Group Hire

Movement

Group Hire

Stand Up Paddleboarding is a fun and exciting water sport activity that will test your balance as you move through the water using a board and a paddle. You’ll use your arms while standing or kneeling to propel you and your board forward.

We run adults only sessions (18+) on Wednesday evenings between 6pm to 8pm (May to October).

Got your own board? You can pay and play when the centre is open!

Book today
Movement

Paddlesports

Movement

Paddlesports

Throughout the year we offer sessions and Paddle UK courses. From beginners to those with experience we have a variety of craft to suit your style – including our fleets of Kayaks and Canoes. Courses can be run throughout the year (subject to availability).

Our partners at Fairlop Paddlesport operate a canoe club on Saturday mornings all year round from 10am-1pm.

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Movement

Sailing

Movement

Sailing

Throughout the year we offer sessions and RYA courses. From beginners to those with experience we have a variety of dinghies to suit your style – including our new fleet of Hartley 10s and Fusions. Courses are run throughout the year (see below), and we run weekly sessions as follows: Wednesdays (Peak season) 4.30pm to 6.00pm for children aged 8 upwards, and March-November on alternating Saturdays (all ages 8+) from 1pm to 4pm.

Find out more Sailing and Boat Park Season Ticket Application Form
Connection Learning Movement

Water Sports Camps

Connection Learning Movement

Water Sports Camps

During school holidays, we run popular Water sports camps to keep your kids entertained. The multi-activity week includes sailing, kayaking, canoeing, raft building, bell boating and orienteering. Ages 8+

Please note: There is no daily booking option available

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Holiday Camps

Summer Water Sports Camp

6 weeks of holiday fun from Monday 27 July
Monday to Friday
9:30am-4pm daily

Connection Learning Movement

Courses

Connection Learning Movement

Courses

Throughout the year we will be offering RYA courses for children aged 8+ and adults. From beginners to those with experience we have a variety of courses available.

Courses are run throughout the year (subject to availability), and are available to book via the link below:

Adult Sailing Courses:

RYA Dinghy Level 1 Courses, one a month running April-October; RYA Level 2 Courses running in August & October

Adult Power Boat Courses:

RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course, running April-October

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Connection Creativity Movement

The Lakeside Suite

Connection Creativity Movement

The Lakeside Suite

Located in The Boathouse, the Lakeside Suite is the perfect venue for your event, conference or wedding. With a stunning view over the lake, this idyllic location is available for hire throughout the year

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Car Parking

Car Parking

Car parking available at this site, payment via RingGo. No cash payments accepted.

Motorcycles can park for free provided they are parked within a bay.

See more information below for a full list of locations with parking.

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Adapted Water Sports

Adapted Water Sports

Our goal is to give everyone, regardless of disability, the chance to enjoy paddling or sailing in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. We want every participant to feel included in activities they may have thought out of reach.

All sessions are led by fully qualified water – sports instructors, each DBS-checked and experienced in working with disabled participants. They’re dedicated to helping everyone get the most out of their time on the water.

Our SEN Family Water Sports After School Club offers calm, sensory-friendly sessions designed especially for children with additional needs, giving them the chance to enjoy adapted paddling and gentle sailing in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment. Running on Wednesdays to 28 October, these sessions provide relaxed arrival times between 16:30 and 17:00, and families including siblings are warmly invited to join in (please book a space for each child).

Created to build confidence, spark creativity and ensure every child can thrive at their own pace, this inclusive experience opens the door to joyful water play for all abilities.

To view full dates, availability and pricing, please click below.

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Water Safety in Redbridge Parks and Open Spaces

Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure in partnership with the London Fire Brigade have created this short video clip to raise awareness on the importance of Water Safety in and around Redbridge Parks and Open Spaces.

The Boathouse

The Boathouse at Fairlop Waters Country Park is open throughout the week for visitors to buy refreshments and take a much needed rest.

With stunning views out onto the lake, drop by and let us welcome you.

In addition to our great facilities, if you are looking to unwind, we are now serving slushies to keep you cool and refreshed on your visit.

Please note that the Boat House at Fairlop Waters is cashless.

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