Northern England Whitewater Canoe Week

Join our very own Adam Robson on a five day grand tour, taking in the best rivers that the north of England has to offer. Enjoy a week of expert coaching and guiding putting the emphasis on the development of your skills and confidence!

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What to Expect

The Lake District and Northern Dales have a phenomenal range of mature rivers with countless high quality rapids that are perfect for the open canoe. We will aim to paddle a different section of river each day according to the group’s wants and needs.

Dependent on water levels we aim to use a combination of the following rivers: Lune, Eden, Leven, Kent, Tees, Swale, Esk, Ribble, Greta.

There is no set syllabus but during the week we there may be the opportunity to work on the following:

Consolidating Core Skills
Equipment & Outfitting Choices
Whitewater Skills for Grade II/III Rivers
Making Tactical Choices
Safe Group Paddling Strategies
Traditional Canoe Skills (Poling, Tracking & Lining)

Cost

£425 per person

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FAQs

Where we meet

To make the best use of water and weather conditions, the exact venue will be decided day to day, this is normally a dropped pin shared in a group chat the aim is to

Length of session

This is a five-day course. We’ll meet at 09:30 and aim to be off the river before 4pm

What we provide

This course doesn’t include equipment but we may be able to help with certain items, feel free to ask and we’ll see what we can do.

What to Bring

Canoe with Bouyancy Blocks & Swimlines

Paddle & Spare

Bouyancy Aid & Helmet

Suitable Clothing

Packed Lunches

Personal Medication

Who runs the session

This is run by TNR Director Adam Robson. British Canoeing Advanced Whitewater Canoe Coach

Is this suitable for me?

This is aimed at paddlers with grade two experience looking to paddle new rivers and maybe try their hand at a little grade three.

Where will I stay?

We recommend Penrith as a central point giving us good access to the A66 / M6 Corridors. We normally put everyone in touch beforehand to give you the option to share lifts and book somewhere communal. We’ve got a few recommendations too.