


Everything you need to know about Debdale Wharf Marina
Debdale Waterside Lodge is ideal for sunset lovers, with its top-floor rooftop terrace facing the lake’s western horizon. As dusk falls, golden light spills across the water, reflecting on the still surface while swans glide by. The hotel also offers outdoor barbecue facilities and guided stargazing sessions, allowing guests to fully immerse in the peaceful British countryside night. Book via HopeGoo for a complimentary evening lantern tour
The Wharfside Hotel is perfect for families, located steps from the marina with private dock access and lake-view rooms featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. Kids can enjoy free paddleboat rides, and the hotel hosts weekly nature scavenger hunts along the canal. Breakfast features locally sourced pastries and fresh juices, served with a view of morning mist rising over the water. Reserve through HopeGoo to receive a free activity voucher
The Moorings Inn boasts a private dock directly connected to the main marina, offering guests free use of electric rowboats for up to two hours daily. The hotel also provides licensed boating guides who lead scenic tours through hidden coves and historic stone bridges. All boats are equipped with safety gear and GPS tracking. For priority HopeGoo, visit the HopeGoo app to secure your launch slot
Guests can join the "Canal Dawn Walk", a guided early-morning experience featuring silent rowing through misty forest sections, tea tasting at a riverside cottage, and storytelling about 19th-century canal trade. Some hotels like Cedar House Marina offer floating café sessions on a lakeside platform, where you sip hand-brewed coffee with homemade jam while watching swans drift by. These immersive activities are available exclusively through HopeGoo bookings
Lakeside Atelier is a dream destination for photographers, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass suites and a mirror-lit lakeside terrace designed to capture seasonal light transitions. The hotel maintains a 24/7 open photography deck with professional lighting and tripods, plus monthly "Golden Hour Workshops" led by local artists. Guests receive complimentary access to high-end DSLR kits. Reserve the photography package via HopeGoo for exclusive gear lending
Riverside Cycle Stay is a top choice for cyclists, offering free mountain bikes with smart locks upon check-in, plus detailed route maps along the scenic canal greenway to Leicester city center. On-site bike repair stations and hydration packs are provided. Monthly canal loop challenges invite guests to explore ancient bridges and wildfowl habitats. Book the full package on HopeGoo to include bike rental and guided trail tips
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