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The Surrey Hills Adventure Company

Located in the heart of the Surrey Hills, in-between Dorking and Reigate, The SHAC invites you to get outside, have some fun and enjoy the picturesque scenery at Buckland Park Lake. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, seeking a peaceful escape into nature or simply want to get fitter, our diverse range of activities promises to enrich your overall wellbeing and create lasting memories.

From the serenity of open water swimming to the thrill of paddleboarding and finding the time for your own mental health at one of our unique wellbeing sessions – The SHAC has something for everyone.

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Why Choose The SHAC for Your Next Outdoor Adventure?

At Surrey Hills Adventure Company (SHAC), we’re on a mission to transform your connection with nature and adventure. Nestled in the heart of the stunning Surrey Hills, our team is dedicated to providing outdoor experiences that are as diverse as they are enriching.

Our Philosophy

We believe that the great outdoors is a playground for the soul. It’s where you can challenge yourself, find serenity, and discover the incredible beauty that surrounds us. We’re not just about adrenaline-pumping activities; we’re about fostering a deep understanding of our local environment – our wellbeing is at the core of everything we do.

Craving adventure or seeking serenity? Fly across the water on an eFoil, boost your fitness and well-being with open water swimming or paddleboarding, or find your inner calm with our blissful SUP Yoga sessions. Whatever your vibe, we’ve got the perfect experience waiting for you! Discover more about your yourself and join our like-minded community of swimmers, paddleboarders, yogis … and get outside and have some fun!

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The SHAC Experience: Hear Straight from Our Customers

Paul Wright

18 November 2025

Went for open water swim this morning - staff were so welcoming. Felt really safe throughout - great experience …. Definately going to make this a regular 👍

Oli Jones

13 November 2025

As always friendly and supportive. Safe without being overbearing. The helpful chap greeting us today was a shining example of awesomeness.

Louise Shorthose

7 October 2025

Most therapeutic place to go for a swim

Katie Nyman

14 September 2025

Great day. Big swim!!! Feeling fab. Great gang at team SHAC and a big shout out for Julie. Throughly enjoyed myself

Salman Shahrezaei

14 September 2025

Great place for paddle board. You need to spend 20 minutes on training if it is your first time. So if you book a 1-hour session you only he e 40 minutes to enjoy in the big lake. Good parking. Changing room. There is a cafe as well.

AMANDA EVERETT

29 August 2025

Love this place I wild swim at least 4 times a week , and that means no entrance fee is paid as it’s separate to Buckland park The staff are incredible and you feel so safe Julie/ Grant and Natalie and all the team are always so friendly and the environment is so conducive to your mental health and you leave feeling invigorated . Also I often go by myself but you are never alone this community is incredible Can’t recommend it enough Mandy

S B

29 August 2025

The SHAC children’s paddle boarding sessions here are great fun. The coaches are professional and ensure each child is looked after. You are taught what to do on the beach so you are well informed before you get into the water. Parking is easy and straightforward plus there are plenty of areas to sit and watch.

Emma

28 August 2025

What a truly relaxing experience for my very first Sound Bath, highly recommend the floating sound bath down at The Shac. Can’t wait for the next one.

Emma Rothwell

26 August 2025

Been swimming here for 4 years and it is truly like my 2nd home. The team who run The SHAC are exceptional and I can’t recommend it highly enough. 10/10

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