Norfolk Lakes - Manor Adventure

Flagship Watersport Centre in Norfolk

Norfolk Lakes

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THE FEATURES

Family-run ethos with a genuinely personal approach to every school visit
After huge investment into the site, we’ve developed Norfolk Lakes into one of the UK’s leading school residential centres
Purpose-built water sports and outdoor adventure centre in the heart of Norfolk
Water sports led by expert instructors – including sailing, canoeing, paddleboarding, and more
Over 35 land-based activities, such as high ropes, climbing, and archery
Six accommodation blocks offering a more personal experience
Modern en suite accommodation available and facilities maintained to the highest standards
93% school rebooking rate – trusted by schools nationwide

Residential trips for primary schools

Set within 65 acres of beautiful countryside in the heart of Norfolk, Norfolk Lakes is Manor Adventure’s flagship centre for water sports. Just 11 miles from Norwich, it offers 37 acres of lakes for sailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding, plus 25 acres of exciting land-based activities. With modern en suite accommodation available for up to 360 guests, purpose-built indoor facilities, and expertly delivered programmes, it’s the ideal choice for schools seeking a high-quality residential in a stunning setting designed for schools and delivered to the highest standards.

Teacher Reviews

Le Chateau du Broutel

Everything was fantastic!

The staff were fantastic – the coach driver helped make the trip totally stress free!

Le Chateau du Broutel

One to remember!

Food was excellent – so was the coach driver!

Norfolk Lakes

Brilliant food!

Loved the improved salad bar!

Kippax North School

‘Kitchen staff went above and beyond’

B Swansborough

“Amazing food”

“Fantastically friendly and motivating staff, lots of brilliant new skills learned and amazing food!”

K Pilgrim

“Will miss this place!”

“Brilliant place for water sports, children had a great time. Accommodation was clean and close to activities. Food was amazing, staff were helpful and catered for our needs.”

C Eccles

“Once again we had an amazing time at Manor Adventure”

“The staff are amazing with the children and the facilities are great. The children had a great time and made many fantastic memories.”

Mr E Evans

“I could not speak more highly of the team”

“We took a group of 83 children and every single one had an amazing time. The staff couldn’t do enough for us. The castle is beautiful and the accommodation for students (and teachers) is nothing like I have seen before.”

E Ashton

“Thank you Manor Adventure”

“Excellent residential experience for our Year 5s and 6s. Staff were professional, fun and helpful. Facilities were clean and the setting was stunning.”

Dordon Primary

“Great value for money”

“Well organised visit with excellent communication prior to arrival. Great value for money and the staff were excellent providing support and encouragement for all pupils. This visit provides independence for pupils within an incredibly safe environment.”

Mrs L Claridge

“Our school has been coming for 17 years and we will continue to do so!”

“Absolutely fantastic place for a school residential. Our class had the most amazing time – memories they will never forget. The accommodation is clean, comfortable and the staff are really lovely and accommodating. The instructors are brilliant – really engaging and great with the kids.”

Mr R Woolley

“The staff are always amazing,”

“We have taken our Y6 pupils for the last two years. The staff are always amazing, the food is delicious and most importantly the children love every minute of it. Couldn’t recommend enough.”

Le Chateau du Broutel

Everything was fantastic!

The staff were fantastic – the coach driver helped make the trip totally stress free!

Le Chateau du Broutel

One to remember!

Food was excellent – so was the coach driver!

Norfolk Lakes

Brilliant food!

Loved the improved salad bar!

Kippax North School

‘Kitchen staff went above and beyond’

B Swansborough

“Amazing food”

“Fantastically friendly and motivating staff, lots of brilliant new skills learned and amazing food!”

K Pilgrim

“Will miss this place!”

“Brilliant place for water sports, children had a great time. Accommodation was clean and close to activities. Food was amazing, staff were helpful and catered for our needs.”

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