Experiences at Alderford
The best of Alderford in one place
Whether you are planning a family day out, something to eat by the lake, a group celebration, a school visit, or time on the water, this page gives you a clear starting point.
Water activities
From Aquapark and Escape Islands to open water swimming, Alderford has plenty of ways to get on the water. Explore all of our water activities and choose an experience that suits you!
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Café
Alderford Café is part of the day out, whether you are stopping for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, or just a coffee with a view. Take a look at the menus and make food part of your Alderford visit.
Venue hire
Alderford’s lakeside setting makes celebrations, gatherings, and private events feel even more memorable. Explore the venue hire options and start planning an event with a view.
School residentials
For schools and organised groups, Alderford offers outdoor experiences that combine activity, challenge, and time in nature. Find out more about the school residential route and start planning a visit.
Courses
From skill-building sessions to professional training, Alderford offers courses for people who want to build confidence, gain qualifications, or spend more time on the water. You can also explore open water training courses already available on site.
Upcoming Events
From seasonal celebrations to family-friendly days out, there is always something happening at Alderford. Explore our upcoming events and find your next reason to visit.
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Make more of your visit
Whether you are planning ahead, choosing what to do next, or thinking about coming back again, these links will help you get even more from Alderford.
Plan your visit
From arrival details to useful things to know before the day, everything you need for a smoother visit is here.
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If you are not sure which experience is right for you, the Alderford team can help point you in the right direction.
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Afternoon Tea
Best afternoon tea for my 20th birthday. Staff always so lovely. Cakes are gorgeous. Can’t wait to go again!!!
Alderfest
We visited for Alderfest, which was a fantastic family festival. It was well organised, with plenty of toilets, eateries & bars. You could use the lake during the day too, making it a fantastic full day & night out.
Alderford Kitchen
We were warmly greated and shown to our table with views over the lake. The menu is varied with allergens clearly marked. Service was prompt with piping hot food. Very reasonably priced for excellent quality. Next time we will look at the other attraction too.
Day out
'Fantastic place to visit! Hands down! The hire of boats etc is a bit pricey, but once in the water, it’s a great place to teach younger kids how to row in a canoe or kayak, food on site (chips, burgers etc) as well as cheeky lakeside drinks. The water was lovely and clean, enough to ‘fall out the boat’ and have a good swim! People who go regularly were lovely and happy to talk to new people and speak highly of this place. Would strongly recommend and cannot wait for our next trip!'
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