Sydney International Regatta Centre
Highlights
- Olympic-grade venue with stunning Penrith Lakes and Blue Mountains views
- Adventure activities like jetpacking, sailing, and dragon boating
- Scenic trails, BBQ areas, and open spaces perfect for all-day outings
Overview
Located just an hour northwest of Sydney's CBD, the Sydney International Regatta Centre is a world-class venue originally built for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Spanning 178 hectares, it features one of the finest rowing and sprint kayak courses globally, set against the stunning backdrop of Penrith Lakes, the Lower Blue Mountains, and surrounding parklands.
The venue combines elite sporting infrastructure with natural beauty, making it ideal for a wide range of uses beyond water sports. Its expansive grounds, scenic views, BBQ facilities, and walking, cycling, and running paths offer a unique setting for visitors on non-event days. Coupled with activities such as Jetpack Adventures, sailing, and dragon boating, the venue is a must-visit while in the Penrith Valley region.
Hosting an event is no exception—whether you're planning a major competition, community event, school excursion, corporate function, or film or photography shoot, or seeking a peaceful location for a team offsite, the Regatta Centre provides flexible spaces and professional support to ensure a memorable experience.
Accessibility
A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Adhere to The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Have a hearing loop
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator
Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
Have step free access to the conference or function room
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Modify your cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Train your staff in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss
Train your staff to respond to allergic reactions
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Website meets WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)