Our History

The centre started on the banks of the Leeds Liverpool Canal in 1979 when Local Solutions procured some canoes and an old narrow boat and started to offer trips along the canal to young people from disadvantaged areas of the city. In 1994, the centre moved to a purpose built building and current home in Queens Dock so that a wider range of activities could be offered to the whole community.

Today

Today, Liverpool Watersports Centre is a thriving centre providing a diverse range of affordable and fun watersport activities to the local community, school groups. The centre is used by groups working with disadvantaged people as a way to boost wellbeing, self-esteem and skills.

LWC is also a key part of the offer to visitors to the city and won the award for ‘Small Visitor Attraction of the Year’ at the 2017 LCR Tourism Awards. The centre plays an active role in the events at the docks, including the Pirate Festival and the River Festival. Take a look at our tripadvisor reviews to see how our visitors enjoyed the centre.

Our Location

Right in the heart of the city centre, with views of the Liverpool waterfront and looking up to the Anglican cathedral. Visitors can enjoy the incredible views, be right at the heart of the city and still relax and enjoy the activities on offer.

What's Included

• KAYAK BOAT HIRE

1 Adult, 1 Child, 1 Adult & 1 Child or 2 Adults.

The sit on kayaks are user friendly and ideal for beginners especially families who would like to try it out. Just bring a towel, old spare trainers, shorts and a T shirt we will provide you with a buoyancy aid and give you a safety brief then you can go and have fun with your friends.

All Children must be accompanied by a competent responsible adult on the water.

Minimum age to paddle solo is 10 if weather conditions allow and the adult can look after the child on the water otherwise book a double sit on kayak.

Weight restrictions apply 120kg max

OR

• STAND UP PADDLE-BOARD 1 HOUR BEGINNER LESSON

1 Adult or 1 Child

We have a range of Sup boards including red paddle, mcconks inflatable sups.

Our Instructor will give you tuition and guide you through the dock system showing you how to paddle effectively.

You will learn to prone paddle for self rescue, how to stand up, paddle whilst kneeling, climb back on your board if you fall off! How to use the leash, personal safety, how to set the height of your paddle, how to turn and stop the board.

You will explore the dock system and have some fun doing so.

Its great for core strength, balance and relaxation.

Come give it a try and enjoy being outdoors in the fresh air.

120 kg weight restriction applies.

We reserve the right to change the booking if the weather conditions are not suitable at short notice.

No refunds for non attendance or lateness.

All persons must be able to swim

Changing rooms, toilets and showers onsite.

Not available Sunday May 12th, Easter weekend and whit week

Children cannot go alone they must be with an adult over 18.

From age 8 upwards.

Not suitable for groups-birthdays, stag, hens

No refunds for no show or cancel within 48 hours.

T&C apply