Grangewaters Outdoor Eduction Centre
Grangewaters Outdoor Eduction Centre
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AmyTMum
North Stifford, UK9 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
We visited Grangewaters in South Ockendon this afternoon with family who was visiting us from the Cotswolds. The Paddleboarding sessions are from age 6+….the age of our children in our party were 8, 11, 13 & 17 years old.
The price was very reasonable, we paid £10 per person per activity, today we only opted for one activity, Paddleboarding.
I had called them up a couple of weeks before the date I needed to book the session as they do fill up very quickly, it was easy to book & pay over the phone.
The session was ran by Bernard, who in my honest opinion had such a wonderful way with the children, he encouraged them, helped them feel confident in the water and was always on hand if any of the children needed him. It was so lovely to watch as the other places we have been paddle boarding recently the children are just left to get on with it themselves so in terms of safeguarding, Grangewaters are doing everything right. All adults/children taking part were given a life jacket to wear and all paddle boards & jackets were in an excellent condition.
We were asked to arrive for 3pm for the session to start at 3.15pm. First they were taken into a sectioned off area of the lake to get used to the boards for about 45 minutes. Bernard played games with them and even helped them do forward rolls & 360 degree jumps on the boards, encouraging them all the way! After this they paddle boarded around the entire lake. After the journey around the lake they were then given the option to either return their life jackets or to have two turns to jump into the lake and then to swim back to shore, as my youngest really wanted to swim back and as he isn’t a very confident swimmer, Bernard helped him back by letting him hold onto his kayak. The session ended around 4.50pm
All staff present were so friendly and you can tell they all love working there.
I would rate Grangewaters overall an excellent place to visit and highly recommend to anyone who wants to get into or loves water sports!
The price was very reasonable, we paid £10 per person per activity, today we only opted for one activity, Paddleboarding.
I had called them up a couple of weeks before the date I needed to book the session as they do fill up very quickly, it was easy to book & pay over the phone.
The session was ran by Bernard, who in my honest opinion had such a wonderful way with the children, he encouraged them, helped them feel confident in the water and was always on hand if any of the children needed him. It was so lovely to watch as the other places we have been paddle boarding recently the children are just left to get on with it themselves so in terms of safeguarding, Grangewaters are doing everything right. All adults/children taking part were given a life jacket to wear and all paddle boards & jackets were in an excellent condition.
We were asked to arrive for 3pm for the session to start at 3.15pm. First they were taken into a sectioned off area of the lake to get used to the boards for about 45 minutes. Bernard played games with them and even helped them do forward rolls & 360 degree jumps on the boards, encouraging them all the way! After this they paddle boarded around the entire lake. After the journey around the lake they were then given the option to either return their life jackets or to have two turns to jump into the lake and then to swim back to shore, as my youngest really wanted to swim back and as he isn’t a very confident swimmer, Bernard helped him back by letting him hold onto his kayak. The session ended around 4.50pm
All staff present were so friendly and you can tell they all love working there.
I would rate Grangewaters overall an excellent place to visit and highly recommend to anyone who wants to get into or loves water sports!
Written August 18, 2022
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Sue S
Essex, UK22 contributions
Aug 2022
We spent a couple of hours doing archery. Tom was a brilliant coach- he made sure everyone was safe but at the same time he made the session fun. Good value for money just a shame the paddle boarding was already full! Can definitely spend most of the day here doing different activities.
Written August 14, 2022
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Sonja B
Herne Bay, UK2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
This is a great few hours to spend with children of any age. The staff are really helpful and friendly and we will definitely go back again. Thank you 🙏
Written August 14, 2022
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AnaEmilia76
6 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
We did sailing as a group. It was so much fun. Some of us were beginners others more advanced, Will made sure we all got engaged. We went back for canoeing! You cannot beat the value for money. A hidden treasure in Thurrock.
There isn't a cafe on site but we took a picnic. The toilets are spotless and the showers really good.
There isn't a cafe on site but we took a picnic. The toilets are spotless and the showers really good.
Written August 10, 2022
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Jon R
Calpe, Spain17 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
The sailing course was fantastic, shout out to Lucy Fernie as a brilliant instructor. I got everything I needed and more from the course.
I would ask that the office side review their processes a little. I arrived for the course a bit frustrated that I really didn't know what to expect and what I needed.
Everything I asked the office was replied to with, "well its up to you". They didn't seem to know or care. The complete opposite of Lucy. I appreciate that experienced sailors would know whether they needed a wetsuit and how many changes if clothes would be appropriate, but this is an RYA Level 1, we've never done it before and would benefit from advice.
On top of that, even though I had originally applied via email, and they had all my details on file, the joining instructions were sent out to the wrong email address. Just careless.
In the end the sailing outweighed the poor admin.
I would ask that the office side review their processes a little. I arrived for the course a bit frustrated that I really didn't know what to expect and what I needed.
Everything I asked the office was replied to with, "well its up to you". They didn't seem to know or care. The complete opposite of Lucy. I appreciate that experienced sailors would know whether they needed a wetsuit and how many changes if clothes would be appropriate, but this is an RYA Level 1, we've never done it before and would benefit from advice.
On top of that, even though I had originally applied via email, and they had all my details on file, the joining instructions were sent out to the wrong email address. Just careless.
In the end the sailing outweighed the poor admin.
Written October 28, 2021
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A S
London, UK33 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Fantastic day out at Grangewater. Safety procedures were thorough and everyone had a great day. We loved the leap of faith - even if some of us didn't have the faith.
Thanks especially to Jess who helped out when we had a medical issue.
Thanks especially to Jess who helped out when we had a medical issue.
Written July 22, 2021
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AnaEmilia76
6 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
Great local gem, we booked a family day: kayaking, hight ropes and sailing, could not decide which one is best! Thank you Jess, Will and Bernard you know how to engage all!!
Written April 20, 2021
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Lucy F
8 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Great day out for myself and children aged 10 and 7. Friendly atmosphere. Lovely staff. Good range of activities. We'll definitely be back.
Written August 2, 2020
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sjwils74
Rainham, UK2 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
Stumbled across grangewaters on Facebook. My two boys had a fabulous time. Their instructor Rocco was fantastic, all staff extremely friendly. Such a beautiful place. Will definitely be going back and would highly recommend.
Written August 25, 2018
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