Cuckmere

Paddle and explore the Cuckmere Valley.

Explore the valley.

Nestled in the Cuckmere Valley, our centre offers the perfect setting for paddle sport adventures. Explore the calm, winding river meanders, head out towards the open sea at Cuckmere Haven,  or upriver to Alfriston with our guides. With expert guides for our range of activities , it’s an inspiring environment for groups to build skills, confidence and unforgettable memories on the water of the land.

  • Stunning Sussex location
  • Meander, river & sea
  • Paddle sports
  • Mountain Biking
  • Walking
  • Expert instructors
  • Guided tours
  • Private tuition
  • Group experiences

Onsite Amenities

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Tuition

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Equipment rental

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wetsuits provided

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Changing facilities

Onsite parking

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Free WiFi

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local refreshment services

Getting Here

Easy to reach, ready for adventure.

Located on the coast road between Eastbourne and Seaford, our centre is easily accessible by road and regular bus routes from Brighton and Eastbourne. Limited free parking is available, with additional pay-and-display parking in the main car park. You’ll find us at the far end of the car park, nestled at the bottom of the valley. Find us with What3Words – insolvent.stands.speeding

  • Coastal location
  • Bus links nearby
  • Parking available
  • Easy to find
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We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.

70th Portsmouth Scouts

Bushy Wood

Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.

Andy Cooper

Cuckmere

THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students

Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6

Bushy Wood

What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.

Wendy McGurrin

Cuckmere

My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.

Sarah Lulham

Eastbourne

Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.

Peter Cook

Cuckmere

I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!

Jemma Hawkins

Eastbourne

The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer

Lorena Winstanley

Eastbourne

Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !

Bernadette Fitton

Cuckmere

I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.

Sacha Minns

Cuckmere and Bushy Wood

thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.

Rachel Barrett

Bushy Wood

I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.

Caroline Coxall

Cuckmere

Very professional and helpful staff.

J Saunders

Eastbourne

Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here

Shaun Tang

Eastbourne

The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.

Luke Major

Cuckmere

Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.

Ian Collie

Eastbourne

incredibly professional.

Thomas Teixiera

Eastbourne

Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.

G Grum

Eastbourne

We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.

70th Portsmouth Scouts

Bushy Wood

Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.

Andy Cooper

Cuckmere

THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students

Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6

Bushy Wood

What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.

Wendy McGurrin

Cuckmere

My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.

Sarah Lulham

Eastbourne

Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.

Peter Cook

Cuckmere

I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!

Jemma Hawkins

Eastbourne

The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer

Lorena Winstanley

Eastbourne

Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !

Bernadette Fitton

Cuckmere

I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.

Sacha Minns

Cuckmere and Bushy Wood

thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.

Rachel Barrett

Bushy Wood

I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.

Caroline Coxall

Cuckmere

Very professional and helpful staff.

J Saunders

Eastbourne

Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here

Shaun Tang

Eastbourne

The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.

Luke Major

Cuckmere

Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.

Ian Collie

Eastbourne

incredibly professional.

Thomas Teixiera

Eastbourne

Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.

G Grum

Eastbourne

We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.

70th Portsmouth Scouts

Bushy Wood

Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.

Andy Cooper

Cuckmere

THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students

Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6

Bushy Wood

What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.

Wendy McGurrin

Cuckmere

My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.

Sarah Lulham

Eastbourne

Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.

Peter Cook

Cuckmere

I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!

Jemma Hawkins

Eastbourne

The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer

Lorena Winstanley

Eastbourne

Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !

Bernadette Fitton

Cuckmere

I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.

Sacha Minns

Cuckmere and Bushy Wood

thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.

Rachel Barrett

Bushy Wood

I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.

Caroline Coxall

Cuckmere

Very professional and helpful staff.

J Saunders

Eastbourne

Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here

Shaun Tang

Eastbourne

The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.

Luke Major

Cuckmere

Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.

Ian Collie

Eastbourne

incredibly professional.

Thomas Teixiera

Eastbourne

Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.

G Grum

Eastbourne

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