Dorney Lake

18/04/2024

The last day for visitors to explore our grounds and walk our rowing course circuit this season will be Friday 19th April 2024, until the visiting season re-opens again from September 2024.

But as our 2023/24 grounds visiting season comes to an end, our busy summer season gets under way.

We also look forward to sharing with you exciting updates on our continuing re-wilding projects that can take place outside the visiting season. 🌿

19/03/2024

Breakfast meetings & sunrise strolls ☕️ 🥐 🌞

10/02/2024

Big. Dragon. Energy.

18/01/2024

This simple, but full of plant-based deliciousness Vegetable Masala is always a crowd pleaser at events. Served with all the sides of fluffy rice, mango chutney, and pakoras. 👌

Meat-free for January or all year round, have you found a shift towards more plant-based menus at events?

05/10/2023

SPOOKTACULAR HALF TERM 👻🎃

There’s something spooky going on at Dorney Lake! Visit us this October Half Term for our SPOOKTACULAR Pop-Up Cafe in The Boathouse.

⏰ Open: Monday 23rd to Friday 27th October 2023, 09.00 until 16.00 each day.

🍰 Delicious cakes and snacks

☕️ Hot drinks

✏️ FREE Craft activities for the kids

(Fancy dress optional! 🧛‍♀️)

Fabulously unique event & hospitality venue, nestled between Windsor, Maidenhead, and Slough

02/10/2023

Sport this October

Squeeze in one of the last of the season races. It may be a bit drizzly outside now, but we’ve heard that there’s a mini heat wave on the way this weekend 🤫

02/08/2023

Sport this August

We have lots of exciting events coming up this month. Whether you’re a beginner or pro, para-athlete or not we’ve got something for you!

Let’s us know which you’ve signed up for 👇

27/06/2023

Sunny days on the balcony 🌸

Dine alfresco, soak up the sun, and take in the views. All of our event spaces have access to outside spaces.

12/06/2023

Delicious BBQs, glorious sunshine, and splashing about on the lake = Away Days at Dorney Lake.

01/06/2023

Sport this June...

From Triathlons to Outrigger Canoe, we have a range of sports events taking place this month.

To see all of the upcoming events taking place at Dorney Lake, head to our website at www.dorneylake.co.uk

22/05/2023

We were privileged to welcome The Prince of Wales, along with past, present and future team members of HMS Oardacious for a very important discussion on Mental Health.

Heading out on to the water, they discuss how working as a team and pulling together can help get you through those times when you might be struggling. Something that the team applied when rowing across the Atlantic but can be applied across all situations in life from sport to business and in day to day life.

Watch the full video here-

https://m.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=PAAaYXnMOlsVzoFuPGYTt0gfgEQ-T-Dw1WApUCGsAiPlI9k8hJfmGPrXO7vZU&v=TShTnEutigE&feature=youtu.be

Joining the past, present and future crews of HMS Oardacious for a very important conversation about mental health.For we headed o...

04/05/2023

Sport This May…

Monday 1st May,
After months of Head Races and winter training, summer racing is here with The Junior Sculling Regatta. One of the first opportunities crews have had to race side by side this season.

Saturday 6th May,
Fun, friendly, and open to all. Whether you are just starting out or a seasoned professional the event is one to take part in with . The cafe will be open throughout the event upstairs in The Boathouse for both participants and spectators.

Sunday 7th May,
The Ball Cup Regatta is for schools and clubs which cannot semi-final or final at national events to compete against each other on a multilane course with the overriding aim to give small and emerging clubs and their athletes a chance to experience true competition and the chance to win.

Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th May,
Often referred to as the curtain raiser to the triathlon season, 'Eton Sprints' Weekend is a chance to shake off the winter cobwebs. Eton Sprints Weekend has also been chosen by BTF as a qualifier event for the 2024 European Championship Sprint Triathlon.

Sunday 21st May,
Take on a Sprint or Standard distance triathlon with . There is also an Aquabike relay option too!

Friday 26th – Sunday 28th May,
The National Schools’ Regatta is the premier junior event in the UK’s rowing calendar – sometimes called the Junior Henley. The event attracts over 5,000 of the best rowers and scullers in the UK and Ireland aged 14 to 18yrs. Competitors return year after year and many successful international oarsmen and women have started their racing career at .

Wednesday 31st May,
Take on this mid-week Super Sprint or Sprint distance with at Dorney Lake’s clear water and flat and scenic grounds.

18/04/2023

A behind the scenes at an exciting new refresh 🎨

The iconic Boathouse is the hub of Dorney Lake. Overlooking the rowing course, this is where you can meet, party, dine, and relax. It is even the inspiration for our logo.

We are excited to share the final new look!

09/04/2023

Wishing you a Happy Easter from all of the team at Dorney Lake 🌷🌞

07/04/2023

Available by popular demand...

We are excited to offer intimate private dining experiences.

Whether celebrating a special occasion, or wedding proposal; our small private dining rooms provide the perfect environment for more exclusive, discrete events.

03/04/2023

Sport this April…

Saturday 8th April,
come to Dorney Lake to host their Dorney Duathlon series. The Café will be open upstairs in The Boathouse to refuel after the race, or to keep warm whilst you spectate! These events sell out fast, so make sure to book your place soon.

Saturday 8th April,
Hosted by , the ever popular Run Dorney Series returns. The Café will be open upstairs in The Boathouse to refuel after the race, or to keep warm whilst you spectate! These events sell out fast, so make sure to book your place soon.

Sunday 30th April,
Wallingford Regatta is the first big event of the domestic summer rowing calendar and is one of the three events where crews are seeded ahead of Henley Royal Regatta. All rowing abilities are catered for with under-14s competing on the same day as some of the best athletes in the country.

28/03/2023

As we enter spring and with warmer weather just round the corner, get ready to wind down and power up.

From gentile garden games, to high-octane dragon boat racing, enjoy team building activities to suit any size group.

19/03/2023

Happy Mother’s Day 🌸

01/02/2023

Sport this February…

Saturday 11th February,
come to Dorney Lake to host their Dorney Duathlon series. The Café will be open upstairs in The Boathouse to refuel after the race, or to keep warm whilst you spectate! These events sell out fast, so make sure to book your place soon.

Saturday 11th February,
Hosted by , the ever popular Run Dorney Series returns this February. The Café will be open upstairs in The Boathouse to refuel after the race, or to keep warm whilst you spectate! These events sell out fast, so make sure to book your place soon.

19/01/2023

How was your morning commute? 🪶

09/01/2023

January. Named after the Roman god of new beginnings, Janus who was said to look into the past and into the future, the month can be cold and sometimes dreary, but it is also an exciting time of fresh starts & optimism for the year ahead.

What one word would you use to describe January? Comment below 👇

04/01/2023

Kick start 2023 with Sport Events coming up this January…

Saturday 14th January
Hosted by Active Training World, take on a Super Sprint, Sprint or Standard distance and take the opportunity to race around this unique and inspiring Olympic venue!! The flat and scenic grounds lend themselves to a totally flat bike and run course, the ideal venue for a chip timed personal best.

https://activetrainingworld.co.uk/event/dorney-duathlon-1-2023/

Saturday 14th January
Hosted by RunThrough, choose from a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon distance through the grounds of Dorney Lake, perfect backdrop to running as well as rowing. The flat course is ideal for a chip timed personal best over the 5k or 10k distance.

https://www.runthrough.co.uk/event/run-dorney-5k-10k-half-marathon-january-2023/

25/12/2022

From ours to yours… 🎄🥂

23/12/2022

The big day is nearly here, the wrapping is almost done, and a classic G&T is calling!

What's your favorite festive tipple?

&T

09/12/2022

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire and the famous sunset ✨

What better way to start the festive celebrations? 🎄🥂

05/12/2022

Sport this December..

Sunday 4th December
The Superhero Series is the UK’s one & only fun, full-throttle, mass-participation sports events for people with disabilities. Join us for Winter Wonderwheels for SUPER celebs including Comedian Adam Hills & Paracanoeist Anne Usher, music, food & more. You can walk, wheel, run & anything in between around three scenic lakeside distances – 1km, 5km & 10km
To find out more, head to their website- https://superheroseries.co.uk/winter-wonderwheels-2022

Sunday 10th December
Take on a Sprint or Standard distance and take the opportunity to race around this unique and inspiring Olympic venue hosted by Active Training World.
Although this event has SOLD OUT, find out more on their website https://activetrainingworld.co.uk/event/dorney-duathlon-10th-december-2022/

Saturday 17th December
Hosted by VoTwo, explore a dark course of either 5K, 10K, 15K or 20K distance interspersed with amazing light shows along the way!
To book your place or to find out more visit their website- https://www.votwo.co.uk/glow-runs

24/11/2022

Looking for something to do this weekend with the family?

Why not get into the festive spirit and join hundreds of Santa’s running, walking and scooting around our rowing course whilst raising money for charity.

This family friendly event hosted by Alzheimers Dementia Support Charity has lots for the kids to do where they can even meet the man himself!

Although it is too late to register online, you can still turn up on the day at Dorney Lake to take part.

24/11/2022

Looking for something to do this weekend with the family?

Why not get into the festive spirit and join hundreds of Santa’s running, walking and scooting around our rowing course all whilst raising money for charity! This family friendly event hosted by Alzheimers Dementia Support Charity has lots for the kids to do- they can even meet the man himself!

Although it is too late to register online, you can turn up on the day at Dorney Lake to take part.

17/11/2022

Exclusive fine dining at Dorney Lake with pan fried sea bass, sea vegetables, saffron potatoes, and caviar. ✨🥂

14/11/2022

Evening Glow

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