Remote Controlled Boating

Remote Controlled Boating Bristol | West Country Water Park

Bristol’s Best RC Boating Lake — Wide Open Water, No Restrictions

West Country Water Park has one of the few dedicated RC boating venues in the Bristol and South Gloucestershire area. Our large natural lake gives you a wide-open expanse of calm water for electric speedboats, scale model vessels, and sail-powered boats alike — with a purpose-designated zone safely separated from swimmers and paddlers.

All Day

Session Length

3+

Minimum Age

Electric

Boats Only

BYOB

Bring Your Own Boat

Your Visit, Step by Step

  1. Park Up — Use the rear car park (not the main access road). Accessible parking available — ask reception.
  2. Check In — Sign in at reception before unloading your equipment. Staff will direct you to the RC boating zone.
  3. Head to the Zone — Your designated area is safely separated from swimmers and paddlers. Zone placement may vary by weather and lake activity.
  4. Launch and Enjoy — Electric and sail boats are welcome. No speed restrictions within the RC zone. Duty staff monitor the lake throughout the day.
  5. Refuel at the Café — Our on-site café is open all day for hot drinks and food.

Kit List

Bring

  • Your own RC boat (electric or sail only — no gas/nitro)
  • Controller and spare batteries or charging gear
  • Fully charged boat ready to launch
  • Towel and warm layers
  • Spare parts or tools for on-the-day repairs

We Provide

  • Designated RC boating zone on the lake
  • Duty staff monitoring lake activity all day
  • Changing rooms, toilets, and free parking
  • On-site café open throughout the day

Age requirements: Ages 3–5 require one adult (18+) per child. Ages 6–8 require one supervising adult per two children. Ages 9–15 require a responsible adult on site. Ages 16+ may participate independently. All under-16s need a parent or guardian to sign the waiver in person.

Pricing

RC Boating Session (advance)

[[ PLACEHOLDER: current RC boating session price ]]

Walk-Up Surcharge

+£2.00 pp

Optional Extras

Item

Fee

Notes

Sunken Boat Retrieval

£35/hour

If staff assistance needed

Pre-book online for the best price. Walk-up bookings on the day cost an additional £2 per person. RC boat hire is not currently available — please bring your own electric or sail-powered boat.

Groups, Clubs and Booking Details

Whether you’re visiting as a family, an RC club group, or with fellow hobbyists, West Country Water Park is a great venue for a shared day on the water. Book online to save £2 per person versus walk-up pricing.

[[ PLACEHOLDER: group booking discount details ]]

[[ PLACEHOLDER: seasonal or loyalty offers currently available ]]

Booking Changes Policy

  • Bookings are non-refundable but can be transferred to another participant at any time
  • Date/time changes free up to 3 days before your session (via your online account)
  • Changes within 3 days: £5 admin fee — contact staff directly

Terms and Conditions

[[ PLACEHOLDER: link to T&Cs page ]] Please read the full booking terms before your session. Zero tolerance for alcohol and substance use — participants found impaired will be refused lake access with no refund.

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