The best areas to do Canoeing in United Kingdom

Canoeing Cumbria 31 Activity offers

Canoeing Highland 26 Activity offers

Canoeing North Yorkshire 11 Activity offers

Canoeing Denbighshire 11 Activity offers

Canoeing Dorset 8 Activity offers

Canoeing Perth and Kinross 7 Activity offers

Canoeing Herefordshire 7 Activity offers

Canoeing Devon 7 Activity offers

Canoeing Gwynedd 6 Activity offers

Canoeing Derbyshire 6 Activity offers

Canoeing Northumberland 5 Activity offers

Canoeing West Sussex 5 Activity offers

Canoeing Cheshire 4 Activity offers

Canoeing London 4 Activity offers

Canoeing Buckinghamshire 4 Activity offers

Canoeing Lincolnshire 4 Activity offers

Canoeing Coleraine 4 Activity offers

Canoeing Newry and Mourne 3 Activity offers

Canoeing Fermanagh 3 Activity offers

Canoeing Aberdeenshire 3 Activity offers

Canoeing Bedfordshire 3 Activity offers

Canoeing Surrey 3 Activity offers

Canoeing Scottish Borders 3 Activity offers

Canoeing Norfolk 3 Activity offers

Canoeing Monmouthshire 3 Activity offers

Canoeing Moray 2 Activity offers

Canoeing Stirling 2 Activity offers

Canoeing Carmarthenshire 2 Activity offers

Canoeing Merthyr Tydfil 2 Activity offers

Canoeing East Ayrshire 2 Activity offers

Canoeing Dumfries and Galloway 2 Activity offers

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Canoeing Somerset 2 Activity offers

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Canoeing Greater Manchester 2 Activity offers

Canoeing Powys 2 Activity offers

Canoeing West Midlands 2 Activity offers

Canoeing Neath Port Talbot 1 Activity offers

Canoeing Newport 1 Activity offers

Canoeing Kerry 1 Activity offers

Canoeing Isle of Man 1 Activity offers

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Canoeing Angus 1 Activity offers

Canoeing Omagh 1 Activity offers

Canoeing Down 1 Activity offers

Canoeing Gloucestershire 1 Activity offers

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3 Day Explore Kayaking and Canoeing at River Wey
Guildford, Surrey
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Aqueduct Canoe Tour in Llangollen for 2h
Llangollen, Denbighshire
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Tips if you are going to do Canoeing in United Kingdom
Scott Iman Jones posted on 03 June 2021 17:11 | Reading time: 4 Minutes
If you’re looking for a fun adventure holiday, look no further than canoeing! There are plenty of centres all across the UK that offer a huge variety of experiences, that you are sure to love. But if you want further convincing, we have the 5 top reasons why you should check out canoeing holidays in the UK.
1. Keep fit on your trip
Canoeing is a great, low impact sport that will allow you to passively burn calories whilst making memories to last a lifetime – you’ll be so distracted by the beautiful scenery, or trying not to capsize(!), that you won’t even notice how far you’ve paddled. Furthermore, canoeing builds up strength in your arms and shoulders, and uses core strength to help you from toppling over, so really, it’s a full-body workout whilst enjoying a fun-filled adventure. Sun’s out guns out!
Canoeing is a great, low impact sport that will allow you to passively burn calories whilst making memories to last a lifetime – you’ll be so distracted by the beautiful scenery, or trying not to capsize(!), that you won’t even notice how far you’ve paddled. Furthermore, canoeing builds up strength in your arms and shoulders, and uses core strength to help you from toppling over, so really, it’s a full-body workout whilst enjoying a fun-filled adventure. Sun’s out guns out!
2. Everyone is welcome, from couples to families
Whilst people go canoeing to escape from their busy day-to-day lives, it is by no means an isolated sport. Canoes generally carry 2-4 people (some even go up to 6!), so even if you desperately want to leave society behind for a weekend, you’ll still have to be somewhat social. However, the easy solution is to bring the people you love! There’s nothing better than getting together a group of friends or bringing you family with you to escape for a while – building stronger bonds and enjoying exclusive ‘together time’ as well.
Whilst people go canoeing to escape from their busy day-to-day lives, it is by no means an isolated sport. Canoes generally carry 2-4 people (some even go up to 6!), so even if you desperately want to leave society behind for a weekend, you’ll still have to be somewhat social. However, the easy solution is to bring the people you love! There’s nothing better than getting together a group of friends or bringing you family with you to escape for a while – building stronger bonds and enjoying exclusive ‘together time’ as well.
3. You don’t need any prior experience
Water sports in general are very inclusive – not many people would have had the chance to experience them before, and therefore most will teach you as you go. This is also the case with Canoeing. As most Britons don’t own a canoe, you’ll get taught everything you need to know in order to make the most out of your time on the water – there’s no need to worry, adventurers of all levels are welcome!
Water sports in general are very inclusive – not many people would have had the chance to experience them before, and therefore most will teach you as you go. This is also the case with Canoeing. As most Britons don’t own a canoe, you’ll get taught everything you need to know in order to make the most out of your time on the water – there’s no need to worry, adventurers of all levels are welcome!
4. Get lost in nature
One of the main allures of canoeing is to escape the claustrophobic bustling of everyday life, and to get away from the cities to recharge in a natural, fresh environment. The ambience that paddling down a river provides is absolutely unparalleled – the sound of the trees rustling around you, the freshness of the water streaming alongside you, and the soft river breeze caressing your face. It really is the perfect way to relax and get ready for the week ahead.
One of the main allures of canoeing is to escape the claustrophobic bustling of everyday life, and to get away from the cities to recharge in a natural, fresh environment. The ambience that paddling down a river provides is absolutely unparalleled – the sound of the trees rustling around you, the freshness of the water streaming alongside you, and the soft river breeze caressing your face. It really is the perfect way to relax and get ready for the week ahead.
5. Choose your difficulty
Whether you’re a chill seeker or more of an adrenaline junkie, there’s a canoe holiday waiting for you! If you want a little more excitement than a leisurely paddle down a river, why not test your limits and try white water rapids, or even sea canoeing! Whatever your level, there’s a canoe adventure for you!
Whether you’re a chill seeker or more of an adrenaline junkie, there’s a canoe holiday waiting for you! If you want a little more excitement than a leisurely paddle down a river, why not test your limits and try white water rapids, or even sea canoeing! Whatever your level, there’s a canoe adventure for you!
When should I go canoeing in the UK?
Canoeing in the UK is perfect all-year round, it just depends on the place or type of canoeing you wish you do. Whilst river canoeing is perfect for anytime of the year, our personal suggestion would be during late autumn/winter – during those clear days it’s the perfect way to wind down, especially with these busy months. Take advantage of the tides and current during late winter/early spring if you’re looking for an adrenaline fix. Whatever you want to do, there’s a canoe waiting for you!
Canoeing in the UK is perfect all-year round, it just depends on the place or type of canoeing you wish you do. Whilst river canoeing is perfect for anytime of the year, our personal suggestion would be during late autumn/winter – during those clear days it’s the perfect way to wind down, especially with these busy months. Take advantage of the tides and current during late winter/early spring if you’re looking for an adrenaline fix. Whatever you want to do, there’s a canoe waiting for you!
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