Wimbleball Lake, nestled amongst the rolling hills of Exmoor, is a must-visit attraction during your stay in Somerset.
Your little adventurers will love exploring and discovering all of the fun things to do at this majestic lake. Ditch the iPads, immerse yourself in nature and create lasting memories with the family. Den building, rolling down hills, spotting birds from a hide and, of course, enjoying a well-deserved ice cream from the Duck Café are bound to be a huge hit.
Activity Centre and Campsite
Visit the Activity Centre and enjoy a family adventure like no other.
Explore the lake by kayak
Learn how to stand up paddleboard
Spot wildlife from a canoe
Hit the bullseye in a game of archery
Face your fears and attempt the high ropes course
Learn how to turn in a sail boat
Relax and enjoy a spot of fishing
Sleep under canvas or glamp in one of our Pods or Belle Tents
Play
Get your children learning and having fun on their next adventure by downloading South West Lakes’ 101 things to do this summer booklet and activity sheets. Identify trees, track prints, discover different leaves or go on a bug hunt.
Visit the children’s play area or enjoy the plentiful open space for informal games.
Walking and Cycling
Embrace the outdoors and experience Wimbleball by bike or foot. The network or footpaths and cycle tracks suit visitors of all ages and abilities. Don’t forget to bring the dog! We want our four-legged friends to enjoy this special place. All we ask is for you to keep your dog on a lead and out of the water.
Good Food
Visit the Duck Café, set in unspoilt countryside overlooking Wimbleball Lake, and enjoy a taste of Exmoor with fresh, homemade, seasonal food, locally sourced from suppliers on the doorstep.
Stargazing
Exmoor National Park is designated an International Dark Sky Reserve - the very first in Europe! Hire a telescope from Dark Sky Telescope Hire and enjoy the outstanding stargazing opportunities at Wimbleball. Our luxurious new Stargazer Belle Tent, with a window ceiling, provides the perfect opportunity for you to admire the night sky, but in complete comfort!
Opening Times
Opening times vary throughout the season. Please visit www.southwestlakes.co.uk for more information or call 01398 371460.
From Tiverton take the A396, follow brown signs from the Exeter Inn roundabout to Bampton & then Wimbleball.
From Dunster take the A396 towards Dulverton; follow brown signs at Machine Cross.
From Taunton take the A39 to Washford Cross, and then the B3190 towards Bampton, the turning for Wimbleball is signed from this road.