Spectators

Water Activities

If you want to be active on the water yourself, there are a number of opportunities for you to get involved. 

Festival

If you are a paddler, why not check out the festival events and take part in one of the competitions taking place throughout the week. 

Saturday 2nd July – Go Paddling

If you like what you see and fancy having a go yourself then head to the lagoon to jump in a kayak or canoe, or have a go on a stand-up paddle board!

The sessions are led by an instructor and participants will be provided with a boat, paddle and buoyancy aid.

You will wear your own clothes for the activity and whilst most participants just get a wet bum, there is always a chance of falling in in our sport. We therefore advise people to consider bringing some spare clothes.

If you are keen to take part it is recommended you wear a long sleeve t-shirt or light sweatshirt, lightweight trousers or leggings, and closed toe shoes (no sandals or flip flops). Please note all participants are required to remove watches and jewellery, including earrings and nose piercings. There is no minimum age however participants must be able to wear a buoyancy aid and be confident in water. 

Booking in advance is not required so turn up and have a go!

Lagoon Wipeout

It’s not paddling but it’s still great fun! This is an inflatable obstacle course with slides, climbing walls, balancing beams, demolition balls, humps, basher walls and much more! Take the challenge and race your friends and family! Visit the Holme Pierrepont Country Park Website to book your session

Land Activities

At Holme Pierrepont Country Park there are so many activities available for the family to enjoy throughout the year. These are all available during the event with more information on how to book available through the Holme Pierrepont Country Park Website.

The activities available include:

• Sky Trail/Sky Tykes – This Dual-level adventure high ropes course goes all the way up to 24ft for those with a head for heights and has a special Sky Tykes course at 2ft so spectators of all ages can get involved.
• Climbing Wall – Another great activity for people who enjoy heights! Give it a go and climb to the top!
• Mini Golf – Challenge the rest of your family, or a group of friends on our 9-hole Mini Golf course.
• Segway – Learn how to ride a segway and then take on the course to have a go and explore
• Playground – There’s a playground on site so kids can play. There’s even a café close by so the grown-ups can enjoy a drink whilst they watch.
• Country Park – The whole site is 270 acres so there’s plenty of space to enjoy a walk, make the most of the scenery and look for wildlife.

Expo Area & Community Market

Throughout the week, the Expo Area will offer spectators an opportunity to get interact with a number of event partners including charities, sponsors and suppliers.

The market will feature:

• British Canoeing
• Flow Kayaks
• Direct Business Solutions
• Gill
• Aquapac
• Squarerock (Wed-Sat)
• Lyon Watersports (Thurs-Sat)
• Dewerstone (Thurs-Sat)
• Mitchell Blades (Thurs-Sat)
• North Wales Wildlife Trust (Fri-Sat)
• Big Bobble Hats (Sat)
• The Eye Glass Company (Sat)
• Caythorpe Candles (Sat)
• Explore Learning (Sat)

Welcome to Nottingham

To help you make the most of your time in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, along with our partners Visit Nottinghamshire, we’re delighted to offer you some exclusive deals.

This booklet contains offers on:

• Food & Drink
• Things to do
• Gym access

An additional activity that has been offered is Go Quest Adventures which offers a fun, challenging and engaging way to explore the city centre. The code LAUNCH30 will get you a 30% discount during the event.

To find out more about what the local area has to offer, visit the Visit Nottinghamshire website or check out the bucket list of the top recommended things to do in the area – you can even do number 1 whilst you’re attending the opening ceremony! 

For places to eat, drink, shop and relax event closer to the venue, in West Bridgford, check out The West Bridgford Way.

No Smoking Policy

Please note, for the comfort of spectators and athletes, the area around the course is a no smoking area. Please use the designated smoking areas or quieter areas of the country park if you wish to smoke.