Grade: 3 (4) The River Greta so impressed the poet Wordsworth he wrote a sonnet about it in 1823. It is a beautiful paddle through Cumbria but please note, restrictions are in place to protect the very special environmental qualities of the river. Classed as a Special Area of Conservation…
Grade: 2 (3) The River Derwent in Cumbria is a relatively short river and a popular spot for whitewater paddlers. There are several sections of grade 1-2+ rapids all along the river. It rises in the heart of the Lake District and flows generally North West in a curve. From…
Grade: 3-5 The Upper River Duddon is the highest graded section ranging from Grade 4 to 5 in high water. The middle and lower sections are generally considered Grade 3. A popular river with white water lovers, the Duddon can be found in the Lake District National Park. There are…
Grade: 1-4 plus weirs The River Kent section from Scroggs Bridge to Burneside is Grade 2/3 (4) plus weirs. From Burneside to Kendal is Grade 1-2 (take note of Gooseholme Weir). From Scroggs Weir to Sedgwick Bridge is Grade 4. Popular with white water paddlers, the River Kent in Cumbria…
Grade: 2-5 Note the River Eden section from Hellgill, which is as high as Grade 5 in high water but normally Grade 4. The rest of the Eden is generally Grade 2-3. The Eden is a popular, fast flowing river, well known within the river running and white water fraternity.…
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