Have a Go at Watersports Day

Local families are being invited to test out their water wings this June at Talkin Tarn Country Park.

A ‘Have a Go at Watersports Day’ will be staged on the tarn between 10.30am and 4.30pm on Sunday, 8 June. The free event will allow visitors to try their hand at canoeing, kayaking, sailing, rowing and model boating.

The opportunity to find out more about local water-sports clubs and how you can get involved will also be available. Representatives from local rowing, sailing, canoeing and traithalete clubs will all be on hand throughout the event. State of the art canoeing gear will also be on sale from Carlisle Canoes.

The Site Manager, Fiona Shipp said:

"The tarn has traditionally been used for recreation since at least the middle of the 1800s. The boathouses still exist along with the rowing club, which was founded in 1859. It is an ideal location for watersports and we want to continue this long and established history. We encourage local residents to come along and join in the fun."

Bookings will take place from 10.00am on the day of the event, in front of the Boathouse Tearoom. They will be on first come first served basis.

The majority of activities are free of charge and will be suitable for all the family. Children aged under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will run in 45 minute slots.

Those wishing to take part are advised to bring along some old clothes, a rain jacket, a towel and change of clothes. Buoyancy aids, hot showers and changing rooms are all available at the Tarn.

For all enquiries telephone Talkin Tarn on 016977 3129 and ask to speak to the Site Manager.