Experience thrilling water sports including wakeboarding, aquapark, paddleboarding, and open water swimming on a scenic 17-acre lake.

North East Wake Park is a premier outdoor water sports venue located on a peaceful 17-acre lake in the countryside between Darlington and Stockton. The park features two Sesitec System 2.0 cable systems equipped with obstacles to challenge riders of all levels, making it an ideal destination for wakeboarding enthusiasts. Beyond wakeboarding, the park offers a diverse range of water activities suitable for families and adventure seekers. Visitors can enjoy an inflatable aqua park for younger participants, open water swimming for those seeking a natural water experience, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and kayaking. The venue is easily accessible from major road networks (A1, A19, A66) and is conveniently located just 35 minutes from Gateshead Metro Centre, 10 minutes from Middlesborough or Darlington, and 50 minutes from York. The facility includes changing facilities and spectator areas positioned close to the action, allowing families to watch and support participants. On-site, the Surfstore shop stocks a comprehensive range of equipment and accessories for wakeboard, windsurf, kitesurf, SUP, kayak, and water wear activities, with online mail order services available. The park operates seasonally from May to September, with specific opening times dependent on weather conditions and water temperature.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Lee Parker

3 months ago

Been twice now and had a great time. Aqua Park is ideal for my 10 year to go on by himself, it's not too big and I feel I don't have to worry about him. Lake itself is ideal for launching our paddleboard afterwards. Everyone there very polite and helpful. Highly recommended if you live in the area.

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Pippa Harland

3 months ago

I’ve been here twice within the past month and both times I’ve been so impressed. The lake itself is so clean and it feels very private with only a few people on the lake at any one time (might just be luck!) I rented a SUP the first time I went and it was an easy check in and got full safety talk before we went in. Then second time I went with my own we still got safety information and tips when renting a wetsuit from reception which was great. Will be back again soon!

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connor dean

3 months ago

First time kayaking made easy, Amazing weather. Minimum weeds well kept inland water park. Definitely recommend. Hardly look at the shop but look to have loads of gear that could be useful , look forward to going back.

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Lucy Rowsell

a year ago

Beautiful place, Very clean, staff very welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable. Kids loved the activities, I loved sitting by the water enjoying the view.

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fun life

a year ago

Absolutely thrilled with this place , Beautiful surroundings. nice place to swim and walk. Very Very Friendly staff, Thank you so much for a wonderful

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026