
British Canoeing Paddle Awards Overview
Discover the essential pathway to kayaking proficiency with our in-depth guide on British Canoeing’s Paddle Awards. Learn about the Paddle Start, Discover, and Explore awards, including prerequisites, skills

From the rugged peaks of the Scottish Highlands and Snowdonia to the surf-battered cliffs of Cornwall and Pembrokeshire, the UK packs an extraordinary range of adventure into a small island. A mild, changeable climate and deep outdoor culture make it a year-round base for hill-walking and scrambling, trad and sea-cliff climbing, sea and white-water kayaking, mountain biking, and cold-water surfing. Whether you're earning your first qualification on a Lake District lake or chasing Atlantic swell, expert local instructors and centres operate right across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Rafting in the Lake District, £64.99/£74.99, approx. 3.5 hours, ages 10+, August-April, locations near Newby Bridge or Penrith. Book now for an adventure!
From £ 64.99

White water rafting in Cumbria & Tees Valley, 3-4 hour adventures for ages 8+, from £80pp. Locations: Lake District, Eden Valley, County Durham.
From £ 80

Embark on thrilling white water rafting in Llangollen, Wales. Navigate Serpent's Tail & Town Falls with expert guides.
From £ 60

White water rafting in the Lake District from £64.99. Near Penrith. Ages 8+. Duration: 4h 45m. Available April-July. All equipment and guides included. Book now!
From £ 64.99

Discover affordable whitewater rafting on the River Dee, Llangollen. 2-hour excitement for £45pp. Suitable for ages 7+. Unforgettable adventure awaits!
From £ 45

90 minutes of white water adventure on the River Dee, North Wales, perfect for ages 8+. Equipment and expert guidance provided. From £32.50pp.
From £ 32.50

Enjoy an exciting 6-hour adventure with a 27-mile eBike tour and white water rafting on the River Derwent. £160, Winster, DE4 2DR. Suitable for ages 14+
From £ 160

Embark on an adrenaline-fuelled white water adventure in Kinlochleven, Scotland. Ages 8+, 3-hour duration, £75 pp. Navigate rapids with expert guidance.
From £ 75

Experience the thrill of River Tay rafting! Ideal for beginners, explore scenic routes with certified guides. Safe, fun & unforgettable! Book now.
From £ 55

Discover seamless outdoor adventure in Loch Lomond's scenic heart. Explore with pack rafts from Callander, ideal for ages 8+, half and full-day options available. Unlock nature's beauty today! From £55pp.
From £ 55

Swim-hike adventures using a Ruckraft to carry gear across land and water. Explore scenic Lake District routes with guided swimming and trekking experiences. Ages 16+.
From £ 95

Ultimate or gentle adventure on the River Tay. Choose a packraft or raft. £65 incl. photos. Start times: 9:30 am & 1:30 pm. Ages 8+ (raft), 14+ (packraft).
From £ 65

Enjoy a full-day river float trip in Perthshire, paddling through scenic waters with expert guidance. Includes high-quality gear and lunch on full-day trips. Age 12+, £110pp.
From £ 110

Rafting on Coniston Water in the Lake District, 3-hour duration, suitable for ages 7+, prices from £57pp for private rafting, fun team-building activities included.
From £ 57

Full-day rafting adventure on the River Tay, Perthshire. £120pp, includes lunch, photos & top-quality gear. Ages 8+, groups of 4-12. Half-day available.
From £ 120

Learn essential river safety and paddling skills on this 1-day course in Perthshire. £85pp. No prior experience required. Max 8 participants.
From £ 85

Full-day or half-day whitewater adventure in Perthshire. Expert-guided packrafting with top-quality gear, photos included. Ages 14+, from £65.
From £ 65

Dive into the thrill of River Tummel rafting! Navigate Grade 3 & 4 rapids with experts in picturesque Perthshire. Book your weekend adventure now!
From £ 60

Experience thrilling white water rafting on the River Tummel in Pitlochry. Grade 4 rapids, £60pp, weekends June-Sept, max 24 people, 16+, Clunie Power Station.
From £ 60

Venture on a thrilling Grade 3-5 white water rafting adventure on River Orchy, Argyll. Full-day experience, £130 pp . Ages 18+.
From £ 130