Explore all kinds of paddlesports, including kayaks, sit-on-tops and stand-up paddleboards. It’s all fun, and there will be lots of games and challenges for you. As well as trying new things, we’ll build up your water confidence and teach you about water safety.
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Save over £80 on your waterways licencesOpen up over 4,500km of waterways for as little as £29 a year
To canoe, kayak or paddle board on many rivers and canals you need a licence. Purchased individually, licences would cost you around £130.
National association membership of organisations such as British Canoeing offers you licences covering 4,500km of waterways for as little as £29-£47 a year. Learn more and join now using the button below.
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Save Money On Your Waterways Licence
British Canoeing membership comes with a waterways licence. So, Canoe, Kayak, or SUP, if you love paddling and care about waterways, join our community today.
Save money on a licence for 4,500km of waterways
Be covered by public liability insurance - plus discounts on craft insurance
If you're an England or non-UK resident seeking individual membership for the first time then use the British Canoeing RapidJoin service below. Start by entering your postcode, or country if you are non-UK.
Joining using RapidJoin below you'll purchase On The Water membership. You can find the full list of benefits here. You will be asked your date of birth and allocated the correct membership type for your age. Prices are:
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Member Add-Ons - One Time Offer!
As a joining member you can benefit from discounts on insurance and paddling magazines. These offers are ONLY AVAILABLE NOW. They will cost you more if you purchase them in future. Don't miss out. Take the opportunity to benefit from these great deals now.
Accidental damage included. Excludes denting and bruising while in transit
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Welcome to British Canoeing
You should receive your membership pack through the post in the next 7 days. But you can get on the water today. Download your card as a PDF using the button below, and use it as proof of your membership and waterways licence.
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