Frisby Lakes is proud to be home to an award-winning paddlesports centre, recognised for its contribution to health, wellbeing, and community activity across the Melton Borough.
At the 2025 Let’s Get Moving Melton Awards, Frisby Lakes Paddlesports was named Club/Group of the Year—a significant achievement that highlights the impact of the centre in encouraging people of all ages to get active.
Recognising a Commitment to Active Living
The Let’s Get Moving Melton Awards celebrate individuals and organisations that make a positive difference through sport and physical activity. With over 100 nominations across the borough, the awards shine a light on those helping people lead healthier, more active lifestyles.
Winning Club/Group of the Year places Frisby Lakes Paddlesports among the very best in the region—recognised not just for participation, but for the inclusive, welcoming environment it has created.
A Paddlesports Experience for Everyone
Set on the stunning lakes at Frisby Lakes, the paddlesports centre offers a wide range of activities designed to be accessible for all abilities.
Visitors can enjoy:
- Paddleboarding, kayaking, and canoeing
- Introductory SUP (stand-up paddleboard) sessions
- Craft hire or the option to launch your own equipment
- Family-friendly activities and sessions for children
Whether you’re completely new to paddlesports or more experienced on the water, the focus is always on making the experience enjoyable, safe, and inclusive. Friendly instructors and staff help create a welcoming atmosphere where participants can build confidence, learn new skills, and enjoy spending time outdoors in a beautiful natural setting.
Supporting Wellbeing Through Water
One of the key reasons behind the award is the centre’s role in supporting both physical and mental wellbeing.
Being on the water offers a unique combination of exercise and relaxation—helping to reduce stress, improve fitness, and encourage people to spend more time outdoors. At Frisby Lakes, this is enhanced by the peaceful natural surroundings, creating an environment where people feel comfortable trying something new.
The centre has also worked to make paddlesports accessible to a wide audience, including families, beginners, and those looking for low-impact ways to stay active. For many visitors, time spent on the water provides a welcome opportunity to disconnect from everyday pressures and reconnect with nature.
Building a Community Around Activity
More than just a place to hire equipment, Frisby Lakes Paddlesports has become a hub for community activity.
From family sessions and children’s activities to group bookings and local events, it brings people together through shared experiences on the water. Events such as charity paddles and seasonal sessions further strengthen this sense of community, encouraging participation from across the local area.
This community focus is at the heart of what the Let’s Get Moving Melton Awards celebrate—making the recognition even more meaningful.
Part of the Frisby Lakes Experience
The paddlesports centre is just one part of what makes Frisby Lakes so unique.
Set within an award-winning nature reserve, visitors can combine time on the water with lakeside walks, wildlife spotting, and relaxing at the on-site café. The result is a complete outdoor experience that blends activity with tranquillity. Many visitors choose to make a day of their visit, enjoying both the adventure of paddlesports and the peaceful surroundings that make Frisby Lakes a popular destination throughout the year.
Looking Ahead
Winning Club/Group of the Year is a proud milestone—but it’s also just the beginning.
Frisby Lakes Paddlesports continues to grow, with plans to expand activities, develop new experiences, and welcome even more people to the water.
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning again, there’s never been a better time to discover everything paddlesports at Frisby Lakes has to offer.
