Frequently Asked Questions
Swimming
When open, booking is through messages on Gosfield Lake Open Swimming fb page, bookings can only be taken from Sunday 12 noon for the following week, if you are new to the lake you will need a safety briefing, which will be done at the beginning of the session.
Friday 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Sunday 8.00am – 9.00am, 9.00am – 10.00am
Each session is for an hour, ask if you require more.
We like to keep both sessions and parking not too full, therefore we prefer for everyone to have notified us prior to arrival.
If I haven't replied to your request, it is either because I am away from my PC (this account is not linked to my phone) or I do not have a session to offer you at the moment.
Every swimmer has to be booked in for a session, you are welcome to ask when making your booking. If I have space I will confirm. Spectators are welcome to use the cafe.
Even if you have a wetsuit you will need a safety tow float, this is due to H & S protocol. Wetsuits can be shorties as well as tri suits. All participants have to have one of our swim caps, this is to differentiate you from our water ski buoys.
We do not have swim wetsuits, the wetsuits on site are ski suits – not suitable for open swimming.
No we are not an Open Air Lido, the Water Ski Club has sole use of the lake and we are permitted to swim for these sessions. The swimmers need to be able to complete a clockwise 300m, 1200m or 1500m course. Outside of the swim sessions, there is no public access to the lake.
Sessions are £6 per person, our swim caps are £5, at present we have no facility for card payments, so payments are via cash we always have change.
Water Skiing
We are a members ski club; however, we are open to the public Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays where we can take guests, but members do have priority, the rest of the time is private hire or members only.
A first time lesson consists of a land lesson, where the individual is taught the correct position and advised of the stages of the water ski lesson. The learner starts on the ‘boom’ (pole attached to the side of the boat), then if this is mastered, moves to a short handle attached to the boom. The next stage is behind the boat on the long rope. Each ski session is approximately 15 minutes (and is very tiring - think hanging from a door frame).
We suggest individuals be from 8 years old, however the skier must be confident around water.
You will need swimsuit and towel, along with warm clothes for after. If you don’t have a wetsuit, they can be hired on site. Lifejackets and skis will be provided.
We can accommodate 4 lessons in an hour.
Unfortunately all lake activities need to be booked, guests or the public are able to book 48 hrs in advance, if you are already onsite, you may enquire at reception as to any availability.
Inflatables
We are a members ski club; however we are open to the public Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, the rest of the time is private hire or members only.
Yes, subject to availability. All activities must be pre-booked before arrival. This can be done through activities@gosfieldlake.co.uk There is often late availability when you are onsite, please contact the reception office to check.
During peak season these activities can only be booked 48hrs in advance.
All participants must be able to swim and children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
At this time-we do not allow public access to the water for safety reasons.
The Annexe
The earliest you can check-in is 2pm, but its always worth a call the day before arrival if you require an earlier time.
Check out is by 11am, late check out is only available by prior arrangement and subject to availability. A fee is applicable.
Yes, call Paul @ xtra-mile Taxis: 07510 661608. Booking in advance is recommended.
Yes, the Appletree restaurant does breakfast every weekend - booking required.
Tel:01787 477715 or The Snack Shack is open during the summer-which is our takeaway kiosk.
No, sorry. The Fennes Fishery is 3 miles away, which allows day tickets.
No, sorry. Pets are not allowed in The Annexe.
Caravan & Camping
Check-in is from midday onwards.
Check-out is by midday. Late check-out may be possible subject to availability. If you would like late check-out speak to reception on arrival. The fee is £10 per pitch.
Yes you may, dogs must be added to your reservation when you book. There is a charge of £5 per night per dog and they must be kept on the lead at all times.
Yes, water activities must be pre booked by emailing activities@gosfieldlake.co.uk. You can also check with reception for late availability when you are onsite.
Sorry but fishing is not available for day tickets, it is purely a syndicate run activity.
Yes, we have a purpose build toilet/shower block plus 2 x family bathrooms. These are a 5 minute walk from the tent field, but closer to the caravan/electric field.
Yes, we do. These are adjacent to the toilet/shower block.
You will be given a map on arrival which shows where all the utility points are.
No. Recreational swimming is prohibited due to the speed boat, again for safety reasons.
OPEN WATER SWIMMING SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE BUT MUST BE PRE-BOOKED VIA FACEBOOK -
https://www.facebook.com/Gosfieldlakeopenswimming/
Sorry, no. The water-ski club have sole use of the lake and for safety reasons it's not possible.
Campfires are not allowed, but you can bring a fire pit or BBQ as long as it doesn’t burn the grass.
Disposable BBQs are not allowed.
Yes pitches are pre-allocated, if you wish to be near another family please advise us when you book. We will try our hardest to pitch you together.
If you book your tent with electric you will be on the caravan field by the church, there is no electricity on the lakeside tent field.
The Park
We open annually from Easter to the end of September.
We are open Wednesday-Sunday daily at 10am-5pm.
No, you can just turn up on the day. Come to reception to gain entry into the park.
No, you can walk along the side of the lake but you cannot circumnavigate the whole perimeter. We are mainly a picnic field by the lake.
Yes, you are welcome to visit for the day and pay the entrance fee.
Sorry, no. The water-ski club have sole use of the lake and for safety reasons it's not possible.
No, recreational swimming is prohibited due to the speed boat, again for safety reasons.
OPEN WATER SWIMMING SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE BUT MUST BE PRE-BOOKED VIA FACEBOOK -
https://www.facebook.com/Gosfieldlakeopenswimming/
Email: swimming@gosfieldlake.co.uk
Yes, dogs are welcome but must be on the lead at all times.
Resort Rules
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Full payment is required at the time of booking. For details of our cancellation policy please see our T&C’s
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All campers are asked to be considerate to fellow campers at all times.
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Noise, music and vehicle movement is not permitted between 11pm and 6am.
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No swimming in the lake
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No open campfires or disposable BBQs. BBQs and fire pits are permitted as long as they are off the ground.
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Please place rubbish in the bins provided. You are surrounded by wildlife, who will visit if you leave food and rubbish out by your tent/caravan.
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Day visitors are welcome, but must check-in via reception. The normal entry fee will apply and day visitors will be asked to leave by 9.30pm
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Abusive and drunk behaviour will result in you being asked to leave the site without a refund.