# Ardingly Activity Centre — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Make a splash at this reservoir-based water sports centre where families can enjoy active adventures on the water in scenic Sussex countryside surroundings. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ardingly/attractions/ardingly-activity-centre (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Watersports # Ardingly Activity Centre The Lodge, Ardingly Reservoir [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12459121329017164880&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Will Dobson](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106338157337247075384) **In short:** Ardingly Activity Centre is an attraction in Ardingly, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 115 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Ardingly Activity Centre Make a splash at this reservoir-based water sports centre where families can enjoy active adventures on the water in scenic Sussex countryside surroundings. ## What's nearby - Ardingly Reservoir Walking Trail 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** Closed **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Tamara Keith](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116338517504244748269/reviews) ★★★★★ Extraordinary amazing week for our 9 year old Who completed multi activity week (kids adventure week) which had sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and SUP. Amazing tuition. She had the best time and can’t wait to come back next year. , · via Google [Pramod Singh](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104966108150088731303/reviews) ★★★★★ Visited Ardingly Activity Centre near Ardingly Reservoir and had a really lovely time. It’s a great spot if you want to spend the day outdoors with family — you can rent kayaks or paddle boats and just enjoy the water in a really peaceful, natural setting. The staff were friendly and helpful, and there’s even a little café for drinks and snacks which makes it easy to spend a few hours here. Facilities are good too, with washrooms on site. Parking is right at the bottom of the hill near the centre — loads of spaces and it’s free, which is a big plus. On a sunny day it’s such a nice place to relax, paddle about, or just sit by the lake and take it all in. Definitely recommend if you’re nearby! · via Google [Sarah Thomas](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101634386539648111621/reviews) ★★★★★ Really lovely morning paddle boarding with the kids. Easy online booking. The Staff are wonderful. Super easy to just “turn up and go!” Lovely little cafe for ice creams afterwards. · via Google [Alex](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102327699775952917841/reviews) ★★★★★ They have a nice cafe, serving soft ice-cream and some cakes. Also public toilets are welcome. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4875f49d87825ebb:0xace7b0d6658f9450!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Ardingly, Resevoir, RH17 6SQ [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.0429758%2C-0.0994592) **Category** Watersports **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (115 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 9+ **Setting** Outdoor **Destination** Ardingly [More attractions in Ardingly](https://staycation.co.uk/ardingly/attractions) ★ 4.7 (115 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.ardinglyactivitycentre.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01444 892549](tel:01444892549) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ardingly **Postcode** RH17 6SQ **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3X2WV2+56 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4875f49d87825ebb:0xace7b0d6658f9450!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4875f49d87825ebb:0xace7b0d6658f9450!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4875f49d87825ebb:0xace7b0d6658f9450!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ardingly Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DArdingly%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/ardingly/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/ardingly/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Ardingly Activity Centre? Ardingly Activity Centre is open Mon closed; Tue–Thu 9am–4pm; Fri closed; Sat–Sun 9am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Ardingly Activity Centre any good? Ardingly Activity Centre is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 115 Google reviews. ### Is Ardingly Activity Centre indoors or outdoors? Ardingly Activity Centre is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Ardingly Activity Centre suitable for? Ardingly Activity Centre is best for ages 9+. ### Is Ardingly Activity Centre wheelchair accessible? Ardingly Activity Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Ardingly Activity Centre? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Ardingly Activity Centre? 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