No, there are no lifeguards on duty. Use of the activity lake and beach area is entirely at your own risk. For your safety, lifebuoys and throw lines are positioned clearly around the lake loop, and emergency details (including our precise What3Words location: /// neutron.handwriting.regulator) are posted on our main safety boards.

Before heading down to the water, all users must pop into reception to register, sign a safety disclaimer, and collect a valid wristband. You must wear this wristband at all times while you are in or on the water.

We have two distinct swimming sessions to keep everyone safe:

• Open Water Swimming (9:00 AM - 10:00 AM): This early session is strictly for adults (18+) only, and for safety, a minimum of 2 swimmers must be in the water together.

• Paddling & Swimming (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM): Daytime swimming and paddling are restricted to our designated beach area only. For safety, swimmers must never cross past the red buoy line.

Paddleboarding and kayaking take place daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All craft must launch directly from our designated launch platform and must stay beyond the red buoy line to give swimmers plenty of space.

To keep the lake peaceful, clean, and safe for our swimmers and paddleboarders, absolutely no motorised craft of any kind are permitted on the water.

Yes, safety is our top priority. All under 18s must be actively supervised by a responsible adult while using the facility. Additionally, any under 18s must wear a properly fitted buoyancy aid whenever they are paddleboarding or kayaking.

To ensure the water doesn't become overcrowded or hazardous, standard inflatable toys are not permitted in the lake. The only exception to this rule is recognized swimming and buoyancy aids. We also limit the lake to a maximum of 15 paddleboards or kayaks on the water at any one time.

We love dogs at Lodge Coppice, but to maintain the highest hygiene standards for our swimmers and keep the sand pristine, dogs are strictly prohibited within the lake water and the surrounding beach area.

You are very welcome to relax by the water, but for the safety of bare feet, glass containers and glass bottles are strictly banned. Furthermore, no alcohol or drugs are permitted while taking part in any water activities. We highly recommend wearing water shoes to protect your feet while in and around the lake.

We have a beautifully designated fishing area on the lake, which is located entirely beyond the yellow buoy line. To prevent tangled lines and accidents, absolutely no swimming, paddling, or water sports are allowed past this yellow line. Separate rules and entry requirements apply to our fishermen, which you can chat with reception about!

Don't worry if your question isn't covered here. You can explore our FAQ Page to see all our questions and answers combined in one place. Alternatively, feel free to email with your query, and a member of our team will get back to you.