April Regatta (15/16 April) – Traffic flow, parking, boat storage, and patio lawn charges

There are new directions from Serco (the HPP managers) related to traffic flow, parking, boat storage, and patio lawn use changes for the 2023 racing season.

Access to parking is via the Main Car Park entrance then, at the Elms Gate (at what3words ///foods.stored.rungs ) turn right on to the new one-way system. The exit will be via the Ski Tow gate (at what3words ///secret.engage.universally).

Use of the Boathouse entrance is restricted to Paddle Ability, Regatta Officials, and Paracanoe. However, long trailers can be parked (with one tow vehicle) near the boatsheds. Standard charges for the vehicle (see below), but no extra for the trailer. 

Boat racks are also available near the boathouse and are free to use on a first-come first served basis. There is space for approx. 500 boats.

Participant parking will only be allowed on the grassy bank on the south side of the lake. There will be no parking in front of the concrete stepped area near the Patio Lawn. Please be mindful of others when erecting gazebos, windbreaks, etc and do not block/take up parking space. Parking will be charged on entry at £5.00/day (or £9.00 for 2 days), with payment by cash or card to the Serco-contracted marshall.

Additionally, clubs/participants using the Patio Lawn by erecting gazebos, etc will be charged £25. This must be pre-booked by email through: cindy.appleby@serco.com. Please, do not store boats on the patio lawn.

The café will be open for breakfast from 7.00 am and will have hot food available until 4.00 pm, but will remain open for snacks and drinks until 6.00 pm. Alcoholic drinks will also be available.