The UK is home to some of the most vibrant cities in Europe, and many of them offer incredible opportunities for paddling, whether you're a seasoned kayaker or a casual stand-up paddleboard enthusiast. Paddling in an urban environment is a unique way to experience a city, offering a blend of…
The United Kingdom is home to a rich history, and one of the most iconic symbols of that heritage are its castles. Scattered across the country, these impressive fortifications rise majestically over landscapes. Many of them overlook stretches of water that can be viewed from a unique vantage point: the…
The UK is full of amazing places to paddle, each offering their own unique beauty. If you set off to paddle all the beauty spots you’ll be paddling for a long time. So to cut that time down, and help you plan your ultimate bucket list paddles, here are our…
Planning a staycation and want some inspiration?! We’ve got your back! The UK is a fantastic place for a kayak, canoe or stand up paddleboard holiday. From meandering countryside rivers to historic city canals and family lake adventures. Whether you’re looking for a fully active holiday or just a day…
We've been on the search for our top places to paddle and that are close to Experience Freedom by Caravan and Motorhome Club sites. Because who doesn't want to cosy up in a glamping pod after a long day of paddling? These sites offer comfortable accommodation, all within a stones…
Holidays are great. They get you away from your normal surroundings and into some new and exciting places. Whether you are having a staycation or crossing the seas to international lands, we all look forward to that holiday. But why limit your exploring to land? Why not look at having…
The east of England is a hotspot for paddling adventures. With a huge range of waterways and coastlines open to paddle on, you are sure to find a route perfect for you. To make sure we highlight the crème de la crème of routes in the area, we enlisted the…
Coniston lake is the third largest lake in the Lake District, and is surrounded by lots of the beauties of the national park. So Myself, Kerry, David, and Tamsyn decided to take advantage of the Experience Freedom glamping site situated next to the lake for a weekend getaway. We opted…
We know planning a family kayaking holiday in the UK can send you down a rabbit hole of options. So to save you hours of research we have brought together all you need to know about the different types of family kayaking holidays, as well as the best places to…
Are you looking for new places to paddle as the weather warms up? To help you get back on the water we have put together our top six places to paddle in Cheshire and the North West. From historic canals to picturesque countryside views, there is something for everyone. Whether…
We know paddling all year round isn't for everyone, but if you're feeling like you need a little nudge to get back on the water, we've got just the thing with our spring paddling trails. Now that the weather is warming up and the days are getting longer, why not…
To help you find places to canoe, kayak and paddleboard in Kent we’ve put this list of top places that everyone can explore. Each location celebrates the history, wildlife and beautiful scenery Kent has to offer. You'll easily discover why the county is known for being the Garden of England.…
Some hybrids work, some don’t. In this case, canoe camping is definitely one of the better hybrids we’ve seen! But how do you get started? How do you make the leap from just canoeing, to taking all your camping gear with you too? Time in a canoe gives you a…
Places in England to pitch up and paddle... now that's a tongue twister for you! Looking for somewhere to see out the summer? To help you find your perfect paddling staycation, we’ve compiled a list of top Caravan and Motorhome Club campsites across England where you can pitch up and…
With more and more people considering the idea of a staycation, the choice of where to go can be overwhelming. The idea of going to packed out beaches and popular seaside towns can be nerve-wracking. So to help you wade through the information of where on earth to go on…
If you like your paddling routes delivered ready-meal easy, then you need Go Paddling Paddle Trails. Ready packaged, easy to access kayaking, SUP, and canoeing near you in easy-to-access PDF downloads. Below is our Paddling Trails finder. Simply enter a postcode or town/city into the look up to discover paddling…
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