Bodiam Boating Station

Bodiam Boating Station Mess about on the river in Row Boat/Kayak/Canoe/SUP. Campsite & Restaurant. Family Fun
(859)

Affordable & fun family day out.
* Tranquil cruises to NT Bodiam Castle & Rye.
* Private hire available.
* Rural camping; camp fires encouraged & dogs welcome.
* Delightful bistro style restaurant; enjoy full breakfast & lunch menu & sample our authentic Spanish tapas, or simply kick back with a chilled glass of wine or cream tea.
* Get active on the river in a rowing boat, canoe, SUP, kayak or Mirage Eclipse (new for 2017)
OPEN APRIL TO OCTOBER

19/06/2026

3 EVENTS you won’t want to miss this summer... ☀️
�1️⃣ Father’s Day - Sunday 21 June�If you’ve not booked yet, now’s the time. Breakfast is looking particularly busy, so please call ASAP if you’d like a table. Lunch bookings are also looking good. With temperatures forecast to reach 29°C, we’re hoping for a glorious afternoon in the sunshine. Treat Dad to breakfast or lunch, hire a boat for an hour on the River Rother, then relax with a pint or cocktail while DJ Dave provides the soundtrack from 1–4pm. 🍳🚣🍺🎧�2️⃣ ABBA Night - Friday 31 July�Our last ABBA Night at Easter was such good fun that we’ve decided to do it again, only bigger and better and, weather permitting, outside under the stretch tent. Expect great food, plenty of singing along and a dance floor full of wannabe Dancing Queens. Dust off your dancing shoes and get your table booked. 🕺💃�3️⃣ The LWC Big Summer Quiz - Wednesday 5 August�£25pp includes quiz entry, paella, bread and salad, with a £100 top prize and other prizes up for grabs. Gather your cleverest friends, your luckiest guessers and that one person who always knows the answer, and get your team booked in. 🧠🏆�Three very different events, one thing in common... they’re all much better with friends and family.�📞 To book any of the above, give us a call on 01797 330025. We’d love to see you here.

🎧 CHANGE OF DJ TODAY 🎧 �Unfortunately DJ Sober Sommelier is no longer able to join us this afternoon, but the good news ...
13/06/2026

🎧 CHANGE OF DJ TODAY 🎧 �Unfortunately DJ Sober Sommelier is no longer able to join us this afternoon, but the good news is that DJ Mitchell has stepped in and will be taking over the decks from 4–8pm. ☀️🍹 �So the plan remains the same... great tunes, cocktails flowing from the bar, good food and it looks as though we will have more than a few hours of sunshine in the garden today and for the foreseeable!
🍴 Kitchen open until 6.30pm
🍹 Bar open until 8pm
🎧 DJ Mitchell 4–8pm
If you're looking for somewhere to relax this afternoon, we'd love to see you.

⛺ We’ve just had a cancellation, which means one electric pitch has become available from Friday 10 July onwards, 🌙 Mini...
08/06/2026

⛺ We’ve just had a cancellation, which means one electric pitch has become available from Friday 10 July onwards, 🌙 Minimum 2 night stay.

With the weather looking to improve and DJs playing across the weekend, it’s a great opportunity for an escape to the countryside. Spend your days on the river, hire a boat, enjoy food and drinks at Lime Wharf Café and relax around the campsite as the sun goes down.

These late cancellations rarely hang around for long, so if you’d like it, head to the website and complete the booking form.

Know someone who’s still looking for a camping spot next weekend? Please send this their way. 🌿

We’re mixing things up next weekend with two very different afternoons of music, both guaranteed to bring great vibes to...
07/06/2026

We’re mixing things up next weekend with two very different afternoons of music, both guaranteed to bring great vibes to the garden.
�On Saturday 13 June, we’re delighted to welcome back DJ Sober Sommelier, bringing his signature, Ibiza vibe, sunset soundtrack to Lime Wharf Café from 4–8pm. Expect chilled house, laid back beats, cocktails flowing from the bar and the perfect soundtrack to a summer evening. 🍹☀️
�Then on Sunday 14 June, DJs Kevin, John & Steve take over from 1–4pm with an afternoon of Motown, Northern Soul and 70s soul classics. If you’re partial to a bit of Marvin Gaye, The Temptations or Stevie Wonder, this one’s for you. 🎶
�Add great food, cocktails (alcohol & non-alc) and a beautiful setting and you’ve got the perfect excuse to spend the weekend with us.��📍 Saturday 13 June�🎧 DJ Sober Sommelier�⏰ 4–8pm�🍴 Kitchen until 6.30pm�🍹 Bar until 8pm��📍 Sunday 14 June�🎧 DJs Kevin, John & Steve�🎶 Motown & 70s Soul Classics�⏰ 1–4pm�🍴 Kitchen until 4.30pm�🍹 Bar until 5pm�Which day are you joining us? ☀️🎧🍹

Ever wondered what comes up when people Google Bodiam Boating Station? 🚣⛺🌿River cruises, camping under the stars, paddle...
05/06/2026

Ever wondered what comes up when people Google Bodiam Boating Station? 🚣⛺🌿
River cruises, camping under the stars, paddleboarding, kayaking, rowing boats and miles of peaceful countryside along the River Rother.
If you’re still looking for a summer adventure, now is the perfect time to book. Whether it’s a few nights camping with family and friends, a lazy paddle downstream or a relaxing cruise spotting wildlife along the river, we’d love to welcome you.
And if you don’t already follow Lime Wharf Café, our riverside café, cocktail bar and garden dining spot, head over and give them a follow too ☕🍹


☀️ JUNE BOGOF IS HERE! ☀️
We’ve had an absolutely brilliant half term here . The river has been full of paddlers, the ca...
01/06/2026

☀️ JUNE BOGOF IS HERE! ☀️
We’ve had an absolutely brilliant half term here . The river has been full of paddlers, the campsite has been buzzing, the sun has been shining and we’ve loved seeing so many of you making the most of it.
The problem is... we’re not quite ready for the fun to end.
So we’ve decided to do something a little bit ridiculous.
Throughout June, Monday–Thursday, we’re giving away every second camping night and every second boat hire completely FREE.
Bring a friend camping? The second night is on us. ⛺
Fancy a paddle with a mate? Pay for one boat and the second one is free, for as long as you want to go out for. 🚣
Choose from:
🛶 Canoes
🚣 Rowing Boats
🏄 Paddleboards
🛶 Kayaks
👬 Tandem Kayaks
And when you’ve worked up an appetite, Café is here serving breakfasts, lunches, coffee, ice creams, cold drinks, cocktails and plenty of other refreshments. ☕🍔🍦🍹
Whether you’re planning a couple of nights away or you’re local and fancy a few hours on the river, this is probably the best deal we’ll offer all year.
The sun’s still shining. The river’s looking beautiful. Don’t wait until the school holidays.
Know someone who loves camping, paddling or a bargain? Send this their way. 
Who’s coming? ☀️🌿🚣


🚣 Open Water Safety Reminder 🌊 With so many people enjoying swimming in the sea & the River Rother at the moment, we tho...
30/05/2026

🚣 Open Water Safety Reminder 🌊 With so many people enjoying swimming in the sea & the River Rother at the moment, we thought it was worth sharing a few simple safety tips. Most days on the water pass without incident, but a little preparation can make a huge difference if things don’t go to plan.

Practise getting back onto your paddleboard or kayak in shallow water before heading further afield. Many people are surprised by how difficult it can be. Always wear your buoyancy aid, even if you’re a confident swimmer. Stay attached to your craft, as a paddleboard or kayak can drift away much faster than you can swim after it. Never dive into open water unless you know it’s deep enough and you’ve checked for submerged obstacles.

Finally, don’t underestimate cold water shock. Even on a 30°C day, falling unexpectedly into cold water can trigger an involuntary gasp reflex, rapid breathing, panic and a sudden loss of control. It can affect anyone, including strong swimmers. Take your time when entering the water, wear your buoyancy aid and remember that hot weather doesn’t necessarily mean warm water. Scroll to last page to learn more about it.

Stay safe, have fun and enjoy this beautiful stretch of river ☀️🚣🌿
  

One pitch just came free… 🌿 We’ve had a last minute cancellation so there’s now 1 non electric camping pitch available f...
28/05/2026

One pitch just came free… 🌿 We’ve had a last minute cancellation so there’s now 1 non electric camping pitch available for Sat 30 May.

Looks like another hot weekend by the river with the cocktail bar open, food coming out of the kitchen all day, DJs playing across the weekend and boats heading out on the water. Dogs welcome too, obviously 🐾

If you know someone still looking for a pitch, tag them below or send this their way before it disappears again.
Book via website

ast minute availability! ☀️🚤 Due to a cancellation, we suddenly have 4 seats available on today’s 2pm river cruise & cre...
27/05/2026

ast minute availability! ☀️🚤 Due to a cancellation, we suddenly have 4 seats available on today’s 2pm river cruise & cream tea package. Enjoy a tranquil cruise along the beautiful River Rother followed by cream tea at Lime Wharf Café including a pot of tea and two scones with clotted cream & strawberry jam 🍓 Gluten free and vegan options available too. £20pp / £15 for under 14s. With blue skies, sunshine and the river looking this calm, it’s a pretty lovely way to spend an afternoon 🌿 Call 01797 330025 to book before the spaces disappear!

Address

Riverside Cottage
Rye
TN316FE

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

01797253838

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Bodiam Boating Station posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Bodiam Boating Station:

Share