Measuring 87 miles, the River Wey is a river in the South East of England. It forms where two streams join near Guildford, forming the Wey. It then meanders north and joins the River Thames at Weybridge. A superb river if you're looking for a picturesque paddle, the Wey has…
Distance: 85 miles One of the major tributaries of the River Severn, the River Avon (Warwickshire) is located in central England. Also known as the Warwickshire Avon or Shakespheare’s Avon, this 85 mile long river has a lot to offer the recreational paddler. It's a great river for a multi-day…
Grade: 1-3 The River Derwent in Derbyshire is a beautifully scenic river cutting right through the heart of the Peak District. It drops down through the World Heritage site of the Derwent Valley, through Matlock and Cromford. From here it flows through to Derby before joining the River Trent further…
The River Derwent in Yorkshire is a 71 mile long river popular with touring and white water paddlers. It rises in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, which is an incredible moorland with dense heathland and heather. There are several nature reserves along the river and as you paddle along,…
The River Axe is river which runs through Dorset, Somerset and Devon. It rises in Dorset near Beaminster before flowing west. It then flows south by Axminster where it joins the English Channel at Axemouth. The 22-mile river is thought to get its name from the Latin take on the…
Flowing through East Sussex, the River Cuckmere provides a gentle paddle from source to sea. Rising near Heathfield in East Sussex, it reaches the English Channel at Cuckmere Haven. There are several reasons why you might head to the River Cuckmere for a gentle afternoon paddle. The river meanders through…
Grade: 2-3 (up to 4 in high water) Rising in the North Yorkshire moors and flowing east towards the North Sea at Whitby, the River Esk is a 28 mile long river in Yorkshire. It's the only river to flow east in Yorkshire. And, interestingly, the only river to not…
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…
Grade: 2-3 (4) The River Lune section from Tebay to Rawthey Confluence is Grade 3 but can reach Grade 4 in high waters. The rest of the river is Grade 2 with the Grade 3 rapids at Halton Rapids. The 52-mile River Lune is a popular river in the North…
Grade: Ranges from 3 - 5 The River East Lyn section from Malmsmean to Brendon is Grade 3. The sections from Brendon to Watersmeet and Watersmeet to the sea is Grade 4 - 5. The River East Lyn is a popular paddling spot for white water paddlers running through Exmoor…
We all know you can get a ferry across the River Mersey, thanks to the 1965 classic, but you can also paddle it. The Mersey is an iconic river in the North West, and one of Liverpool's pride and joys. It is 70 miles long, rising in West Yorkshire and…
The River Ouse in Sussex rises in Lower Beeding, West Sussex and empties into the English Channel at Newhaven in East Sussex. It’s a pretty, picturesque river with several designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) along the length of it. Interestingly, the river can be walked for almost its…
Grade: 1-5 There's a real range of paddling available on the River Ribble. Take note of the section from Helwith Bridge to Settle. This is the most changeable stretch, with levels ranging from Grade 3 to Grade 5+ in high waters. The rest of the River Ribble is generally Grade…
Grade: 4 Rising in Dartmoor and flowing towards the Bristol Channel, the River Taw is a 45 mile long stretch through Devon countryside. It flows through numerous small towns and villages, and as you paddle along you'll soak up typical countryside views. Think thatched roofs aplenty! The River Taw is…
Grade: 2-3 If you are paddling the North River Teign, this is Grade 4+. A popular river rising in Dartmoor, the River Teign in Devon measures 31 miles and flows from the hills of Dartmoor and into the English Channel at Teignmouth. The river becomes tidal at Newton Abbot, before…
There aren’t many people who won’t have heard of the River Tyne. It’s an iconic river in the North East of England, stretching for 73 miles. It is formed when the North Tyne meets the South Tyne, then becoming simply the River Tyne. You’ll be all too familiar with the…
Grade: 3-4 (can get as high as 5 in high water) The River Leven in Cumbria is a short river, falling within the historic boundaries of Lancashire. It flows from Windermere approximately 8 miles before emptying into Morecambe Bay. The river is popular with white water paddlers with the section…
The River Rother in East Sussex is a 35 mile long river crossing East Sussex and Kent. It rises near Rotherfield in East Sussex and ends at Rye Bay where it joins the English Channel. The river has been used as a navigation since Roman times and no licence is…
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: 1 (up to 2 in parts in high waters) Distance: 94.8 miles The 3rd longest river in the UK at 185 miles long, the River Trent is one of the major rivers in the Midlands. The river rises in the Staffordshire moors and flows through much of the midlands…
The “King of all Ouse’s,” the River Great Ouse runs for a whopping 143 miles! Starting life near Syresham and flowing through East Anglia, the river passes through the historic market town of Kings Lynn before entering the Wash. It has been historically important for trade but post-industrial revolution has…
