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Person kayaking with paddle on Willen Lake in Milton Keynes

Discover Sessions

Try something new at Willen Lake

Our Discover sessions are the perfect introduction to a variety of different activities at Willen Lake. Ideal for beginners, these 90 minute sessions teach you the basics, allowing you to give it a go for yourself! Sessions are just £32.50 per person. Find out more about the various disciplines and book using the options below.

We also offer Discover Willen vouchers which are valid for 12 months and can be used for any Discover sessions.

People aiming bow and arrow at archery session

Test your aim and see if you can hit the golden target in our beginner sessions.

Person in red kayak holding paddle out of the water

Try your hand at kayaking with tuition from one of our qualified coaches in this 90-minute session.

People paddleboarding on Willen Lake in Milton Keynes

Learn how to paddleboard with a session with one of our qualified British Canoeing Paddleboarding coaches.

Two children taking part in a sailing session at Willen Lake in Milton Keynes

Discover Sailing is a 90-minute dinghy sailing session for beginners, suitable for adults and children aged over 8 years old.

Do you have a Discover Willen voucher?

Use the link below to redeem your Discover Willen Voucher.

Redeem your voucher

Plan your visit

Find visitor information including what facilities are available at the lake and how to get here.

View across the lake with pub and Milton Keynes city centre landmarks in the distance

Our lake is conveniently located in Milton Keynes with great transport links.

Birds eye view of car park, observation wheel and the lake

Willen Lake has multiple car parks available for visitors.

Willen Lake Café

Grab a bite to eat or drink at the Change Please Café at our Watersports Centre.

We have some restrictions in place to ensure you have a fun and safe visit.

Willen Lake changing room with sink and toilet

Toilets & Changing Rooms

Toilets including facilities with disabled access are available.