Thorpe Lakes Wakeboarding

Thorpe Lakes is a cable wakeboard park in Surrey next to Thorpe Park theme park, set on a former gravel-pit lake. Together with Liquid Leisure at Windsor it forms the M25-corridor cable infrastructure — the natural choice for London-area riders looking for a venue closer than central Surrey.

What to expect

A full-size five-tower cable with a graded obstacle park — kicker, slider, fun-box. A separate beginner cable runs at slower speeds for first-time learners. The aqua park (inflatable obstacle course) on the same lake is useful for non-wakeboarding friends. Full kit hire included in lesson prices.

Practical notes

Open April through October. Wetsuit: 3/2 summer, 4/3 from September. Bookings via the Thorpe Lakes website. The Thorpe Park theme park next door makes this a strong family destination — combine wakeboarding with a theme-park day, or use the park as a non-wakeboard companion option. Public transport: Staines train station then 15-minute taxi.

Who it suits

Thorpe Lakes suits beginners and improvers, sitting alongside Liquid Leisure as one of the two main cable parks serving the London area. The lake setting makes it an easy day out for riders wanting a closer venue than the south coast.

Getting there car-free

The park is in Surrey next to Thorpe Park. The nearest stations are Staines and Chertsey on the lines out of London Waterloo, with a short taxi or bus covering the last stretch to the lake.

Quick answers

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. Beginner sessions with instruction and equipment are aimed at people who have never wakeboarded.

Can you get there without a car?

Yes, with a connection — train to Staines or Chertsey, then a short taxi. It is one of the more accessible wakeparks for Londoners.

When is it open?

The cable season runs roughly spring to autumn; book ahead for busy summer weekends.