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Kennet and Avon Canal

The Kennet and Avon canal passes through lovely countryside and small villages, and at 87 miles long with 105 locks along the route, it’s the perfect canal for those who like a multi-day adventure, or just a really challenging paddle! The Kennet and Avon canal crosses from Reading to Bristol.…

River Avon in Bristol

The River Avon in Bristol, or Bristol Avon as it is also known, rises in South Gloucestershire. It then flows through Wiltshire, to Bath and the Severn Estuary. Although the river is only 13 miles from source to mouth, the river length is actually closer to 75 miles. Being wide…

River Frome (Somerset)

The River Frome, Somerset, is a short waterway, rising near Witham Friary, and flowing north through the town of Frome before joining the Avon at Freshford, just outside Bath. Although much smaller than Dorset’s River Frome, it has its own identity, weaving through steep valleys, wooded banks, and historic settlements.…

River Kennet

The River Kennet is a river in the south of England and one of the many tributaries of the River Thames. The Kennet is a river popular with people practising their white water skills. It has good ‘starter’ playspots and small rapids along the route. Notably, Newbury is a good…

River Frome – Bristol

The River Frome, in Bristol, offers paddlers a unique experience, winding through both urban and rural landscapes before merging with the River Avon in the city's floating harbour. The river spans approximately 32 km (20 miles), originating in the Cotswolds and flowing southwest through Bristol.

River Thames

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…