How long is the rowing lake at Holme Pierrepont?

approximately 700 metres
It is approximately 700 metres long, drops just over 4 metres in height to produce Grade 3 whitewater rapids. The course is gravity fed, does not use electricity to power it, and therefore is relatively cheap to run.

Can you walk around Holme Pierrepont?

Enjoy a waterside walk or cycle in this splendid 270 acre country park in Nottingham. The park includes several large lakes and the delightful Skylark Nature Reserve. You can hire a bike or just go for a stroll along the lovely, lakeside paths. Holme Pierrepont is located just to the south of Nottingham city centre.

What does Pierrepont mean?

Stone Bridge
“Pierrepont” is French for “Stone Bridge” and is the surname of an Anglo-Norman family that once held the manor.

What time does Holme Pierrepont open?

Our Country Park and car park is open from 8:00-19:45 daily.

Can you swim in Holme Pierrepont?

OUR BEAUTIFUL LAKE AT HOLME PIERREPONT IS OPEN FOR THE 2021 SEASON. Our very popular Open Water Swimming sessions are up and running. Whether you are a keen open-water swimmer or dipping your toe for the first time, our friendly team can’t wait to welcome you at lakeside.

How long is regatta lake?

Competition lake 2300-metre length. Nine, 13.5-metre wide lanes for rowing, canoeing and kayaking. Consistent five-metre depth.

Who owns Pierrepont Hall?

Brackenbury family
Holme Pierrepont Hall is the family home of the Brackenbury family, who are direct descendents of the Pierrepont Family who have lived on this site since 1280. The Tudor manor house on the estate today dates back to 1500, with later additions and alterations having been made to the hall since then.

Are you allowed to swim in Colwick Lake?

Swimming at Colwick Country Park is not permitted on any lake other than during the organised Nottingham City Open Water Swimming sessions. Boats and inflatables are also not permitted.

Is it safe to swim in the Trent?

“No swimming danger signs need to be placed along the River Trent to deter anyone from entering it. The river looks calm but the under current is extremely strong. Too many lives have been lost by people not realising the dangers.

What is the meaning of regatta in English?

: a rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races.

When was Holme Pierrepont built?

around 1500
(Later known as Holme Pierrepont.) The house was built by Sir William Pierrepont around 1500, and has the earliest brickwork in the county.

Are there toilets at Colwick Park?

Telephone 0845 748 4950 for details. The main car park is on River Road off Colwick Loop Road (A612). Parking is free at the main entrance car park but through the barrier there is a £1.00 charge, unless an orange badge is displayed. Disabled toilets are adjacent to the viewing platform to the south.

How big is Holme Pierrepont national water sports centre?

The Centre is set in 270 acres (1.1 km 2) of country park and boasts a 2000 m Regatta Lake, White Water Slalom Course and Water Skiing Lagoon. The National Water Sports Centre is currently owned by Nottinghamshire County Council and leased to Sport England.

When did Holme Pierrepont become a rowing centre?

The Centre was the venue for the World Rowing Junior Championships in 1973, and for the World Rowing Championships in 1975 and 1986, and many major competitions for UK rowing. Typically the safety is outsourced to local lifeguard unit Colwick Park Lifeguards who have been part of the team at Holme Pierrepont since 1979.

Where is Holme Pierrepont Country Park in Nottinghamshire?

Holme Pierrepont Country Park Trail is a 4.9 mile loop trail located near Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips.

What do they do at Holme Pierrepont Canoe Club?

The Holme Pierrepont Canoe Club gives lessons on the flat water lake and the course, which is also used for water safety and water rescue training. It also hosts rafting, playboating, slalom; kayaking plus squirt boaters, open boat canoeists and wild water racing. One of the main sports held at the centre is rowing,…