Discover Norfolk Lakes
Flagship water sport centre in Norfolk
Exceptional Water Sports
Centre
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.

 

  • Sailing
  • Archery
  • Aero ball
  • Air rifle shooting
  • Blind trail
  • Bush craft
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Caving
  • Crate stacking
  • Giant paddle boarding
  • Abseiling
  • Camp fire
  • Evening walk
  • Fencing
  • High ropes
  • Initiative exercises
  • Low ropes
  • Raft building
  • Manor Olympics
  • Rock climbing
  • Scavenger hunt
  • Axe throwing
  • Orienteering
  • Team games
  • Obstacle course
  • Zip wire

 

Norfolk Lakes offers high-quality accommodation for up to 360 guests across six blocks (60 per block, or 30 per half block). Since 2017, we’ve continually reinvested in the site to ensure exceptional standards, while making sure every school enjoys a safe, comfortable, and personal experience.

 

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Norfolk Lakes is set within 30 acres of private grounds, featuring a stunning 35-acre lake at its heart. Located in Lyng, close to Norwich and Thetford, the centre is easily accessible from the A47 and within two hours of Cambridge, Peterborough, and Ipswich.

Norfolk Lakes, Lyng, Norwich, Norfolk, NR9 5DJ

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Capacity for 360 pupils
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93% rebooking rate

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Why Schools Choose Norfolk Lakes
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  • 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
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Courses at Norfolk Lakes

Schools can choose from three core residential options. Our two-night stay offers nine activity sessions packed into three days. The Monday-Friday residential, our most popular package, offers 19 expertly led activities. For schools seeking our most affordable option, our weekend residentials (Friday-Sunday or Friday-Monday) deliver up to 14 activity sessions. Each course offers activities from 9am to 8.30pm every day including evening outdoor pursuits.

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