Fairlop Paddlesport are based at Fairlop Waters. We meet Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm at the lake and paddle a range of craft including kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards.We organise river trips throughout the year which includes day trips to local rivers and weekend whitewater trips in Devon and Wales. Each year, we also help to run London Youth Games.Full details of upcoming sessions can be found at www.webcollect.org.uk/fps
Dating back to Roman times, the River Lea is one of the biggest rivers in London. Rising in the Chiltern Hills, it flows southeast through London before entering the Thames in London’s East End. Much of the River Lea is now canalised and known as the River Lee Navigation. This…
Distance: 215 miles Arguably the most famous river in England, the River Thames has played a vital part in the development of London as a capital city since Roman times. Measuring 215 mile long it is officially the longest river in England (that doesn’t cross country borders). The Thames is…
The 137-mile Grand Union Canal stretches from Birmingham to London. Along its length it has an impressive 158 locks. Sprawling through impressive, lush countryside, the Grand Union is a great place for a multi-day adventure. It's also a great place for those looking for more of a touring challenging. Flowing…
Looking up at London from the waterway certainly gives it a different perspective. The Regent's Canal is an absolute gem to paddle on a pleasant day and is one that not many people think to explore. We’re always drawn to the countryside when we paddle but urban environments can be…
The River Stort in South East England runs for 24 miles through Essex and Hertfordshire. This lush, green, slow flowing river is perfect for a peaceful paddle. You'll find it's the perfect place for a real life escape to the country. It flows from just south of the village of…
The Paddington Arm of the Grand Union Canal links the main branch of the Canal to the Regents Canal at Little Venice. This terminus is very well connected, with Warwick Avenue tube station a stones throw here. You can get to the canal very easily here, making it perfectly accessible…
The Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation opened in 1797 and is around 13 miles long. It was used to transport coal, bricks and timber inland and mainly grain and flour out. Once commercial craft ceased to use the navigation, pleasure boats were allowed to travel along it. The management of the waterway…
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