The Coquet Shorebase Trust is a community based registered charity located on the Northumberland coast at Amble.

We utilise water based activity to enhance the lives of people of all ages from 8 – 80. As a charity we work with all sections of the community. A principal aim of our community activity is to help those who feel disenfranchised to develop the self confidence to become active members of the local community.

As a means to funding our charitable activity we provide water sports opportunities and training for all.

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RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2

RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2

RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 Course. Start dates for 2 day course available on 20th Oct, 3rd Nov, 19th Nov, 3rd Dec, 4th Dec and 5th Dec. Price £280 pp The RYA Level 2 certificate is the standard generally...

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  • star ratingRYA powerboat level 2 - I had a great time doing my RYA Powerboat level 2.
    Very friendly instructor.
    Fantastic location. I got very valuable experience in the estuary and out at sea.
    Thanks to all

    avatar thumb Andrew C
    3 November 2026

    star ratingestuary tour - We enjoyed a lovely estuary tour in such a beautiful and peaceful spot, and with a very relaxed and knowledgeable guide.

    avatar thumb 114alistairc
    26 October 2026

    star ratingA great experience for beginners like me - Very satisfying dinghy sailing and windsurfing courses- hard work,, and a good experience

    avatar thumb Sunshine800684
    25 October 2026
  • star ratingRYA powerboat level 2 - Completed the RYA powerboat level 2 recently and Tim the instructor was amazing, the level of detail he gives plus the way he describes the manoeuvres needed is incredible. But it’s not just about being on the water, from planned passage to tides, weather, navigation and being able to identify buoys out at sea, his ability to get this information across is fantastic 5/5

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    avatar thumb John K
    21 September 2025

    star ratingGreat experience - Had a fabulous estuary tour with Neale. I've never been kayaking before but Neale got all of us kitted out and gave good clear instructions on how to use a kayak. Set off and Neale was very informative, pointing out interesting places and features on the way. He kept us all under supervision offering tips and different things we could do with the kayak so felt very safe throughout. Highly recommend this tour. Its great. Thank you. Pauline.

    avatar thumb pauline s
    22 August 2025

    star rating“The Coquet floats your boat” - I wanted to finish my holiday in Northumberland on an high. So I picked a kayak tour trip along the River Coquet Warkworth Castle.
    I booked on line and arrived at the centre expecting my booking to be cancelled due to lack of numbers.
    I was greeted by Andrew, the kayak leader, After pre brief, the two of us left the centre and paddled our way past a variety of bird life. It was peaceful, tranquil and Andrew’s knowledge of the local area, made a bonus to the trip.
    We tuned back, and although the wind had risen, the water a little choppy, we paddled back, close to the shore.
    Almost two hours on the water was a great finale to my holiday.
    A big thank you to Andrew for his stimulating company whilst ensuring I was safe and sound.
    I recommend you can enjoy the experience, and don’t doubt your ability to kayak that far, as I am 80 next birthday 😁!

    avatar thumb Graeme W
    14 June 2025
  • star ratingBrilliant!! - My son took 7 of his pals Kayaking for his 10th Birthday.
    The kids had a brilliant time. Andrew and Alicia were lots of fun and the kids loved them. Great value for money as well, great location, accessible, safe , great facilities and a birthday to remember. Thank you to Andrew and Alicia for making it such a day to remember. (2hrs all on all 12- 2pm)

    avatar thumb LouiseW1915
    5 April 2025

    star ratingStunning time kayaking Coquet estauary around Warksworth Castle - Andrew who guided our estuary tour was fantastic. He shared lots of history and knowledge of the wildlife we love it and would highly recommend 🛶

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    avatar thumb Alex G
    11 May 2024

    star ratingDruridge Bay Kayaking - My parents, sister and I went kayaking for an hour on Druridge Bay. We felt very safe but were also given enough freedom to explore the lake by ourselves. It was very peaceful apart from when my sister splashed me deliberately.
    We were armed with matching beach shoes and leggings so were well prepared for getting rather wet.

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    15 August 2022

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To book a course/session, make an enquiry or get further information please call or email us.

The office is open from 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday during the Summer and 9am to 1pm Monday to Thursday from September to April. At other times please email us using the form below and we will respond as soon as we can.

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