Where is Thorpeness Meare and how do I get there?

Thorpeness Meare is located at The Meare, Thorpeness, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4NW. It sits on the Suffolk coast in the village of Thorpeness.

What are Thorpeness Meare's opening hours?

Thorpeness Meare is open every day from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Last boat hire is at 4:30 PM, so arriving early is advisable to make the most of your visit.

Is there parking at Thorpeness Meare?

Yes, parking is available at Thorpeness Meare.

Is Thorpeness Meare wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Thorpeness Meare is wheelchair accessible.

How do I contact or book at Thorpeness Meare?

You can get in touch by phone on 07518 641959, or visit the website for more information on activities and visiting.

Suffolk · Water Sports

Thorpeness Meare

Name: Thorpeness Meare
Address: The Meare, Thorpeness, Leiston IP16 4NW, Thorpeness, Suffolk, IP16 4NW, GB
Telephone: 07518 641959

Thorpeness Meare is a boating lake and water sports venue in Thorpeness, Suffolk, with over 100 boats available for hire on its shallow, island-dotted waters.

About

Thorpeness Meare

A sprawling shallow lake on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, Thorpeness Meare offers rowing, kayaking, canoeing, and punting across calm, island-scattered water that has drawn families for generations. With more than 100 boats to choose from, the Meare is unusually well-stocked for a rural hire lake, and the shallow depth keeps conditions safe for all ages. The site has parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities on site.

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ParkingWheelchair Accessible

Opening hours

Open now

Monday08:30 – 17:00

Tuesday08:30 – 17:00

Wednesday08:30 – 17:00

Thursday08:30 – 17:00

Friday08:30 – 17:00

Saturday08:30 – 17:00

Sunday08:30 – 17:00

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