Tilgate Park Watersports

"Exstreemly rude old man working!! Online says cash only no online booking Sign outside the boats says card payments or online. When I asked what information was correct the miserable old man began shouting at me, then he apologied, as i walked away he followed me continuing to be rude. No customer service at all."

"I am a beginner at paddle boarding and was looking forward to a SUP session on a lake for the first time after experimenting it on the river (which I absolutely loved). The boards we hired were not sufficiently inflated and we had no ankle leash. I am not afraid to fall into the water but on a windy day I was worried not to be able to reach my board if I was to fall. As a result I lost total confidence and felt my legs shake each time I stood on the board, so I sat most of the time. My partner, who owns his own paddle board had to hire a whole £20 session because they wouldn't lend or hire just a life jacket (which most other places do if it's compulsory). People around us were merely using their boards as if on a pool mattress and that is exactly what it felt like."

"We enjoyed taking out a couple of rowing boats for an hour. In good weather, the lake is beautiful and it's really pleasant. There are often people fishing and other people kayaking etc. but it's not too busy. I recommend booking in advance, especially on weekends or in school holidays."

"The man who works at the water sports counter is not helpful or friendly at all. They do not allow you to bring your own board or kayak unless it’s a certain type, although the website does not specify this so you don’t know this until you arrive, and they make it very difficult for you to have a good time if you do have your own board. Very rude, not someone you want to come across on a family day out. Zero customer service. Will take your money but not help if any problems arise. The staff are friendly and helpful, but not the manager. Beautiful setting but experience let down by this person."