The weather proved good with lots of club volunteers providing come and try it sessions for non-members as well as coached sessions for current members. It was great to see the junior club members out on the water and trying lots of different types of kayaks and boats. A big thank you to all involved, volunteers, attendees and prospective new club members. There was a variety of events and activities… Read More »2024 April Open Day
Club Open Day On the last Sunday of April, every year Sunday 28th April 2024 from 10:00 to 13:00 At Our Club Compound at Coburg Dock L3 4EB The Event is Open to All, Members and Non-members, Young and Old. We have a large range of boats and equipment and our friendly members will be on hand to offer advice or answer any questions you may have. For Non-Members, Free taster… Read More »Club Open Day 2024
Easter Sea Kayaking on Anglesey by Ian Bell As there was no Scotland trip this year I instigated a group to paddle with a very flexible agenda. After several emails 9 of us finally committed to meet up on Good Friday. On Thursday we had a panic as the chosen campsite closed due to a waterlogged field. After some internet searching Adya found us an acceptable alternative. Saturday was a… Read More »Easter Sea Kayaking on Anglesey by Ian Bell
A sunny day on The Dee, 0.85m to Erbistock from Ponsonby It was good to go canoeing in a canoe. We got on at a pub and we got off at the pub. We went to The Boat from Ponsonby Arms, running two sections of The Dee. John’s team of eight got on just before us in their kayaks. The river had a good flow as we passed John’s team… Read More »A sunny day on The Dee, 0.85m to Erbistock from Ponsonby by Dave Gentle
Easter 2024 day 1 Porth Ellian to Cemlyn Bay We always knew we would have to be very flexible with our plans for this Easter trip, and the hoped for mini wild camping trip became campsite-based a few days before the weekend. The forecast was showing too much wind from different directions during the 4 days for any other option. We booked our campsite, Outdoor Alternative and two days later… Read More »Easter Sea Kayak Paddle 2024 day 1 Porth Ellian to Cemlyn Bay
River Irwell Nuttall Park to Burrs Water level 0.44 Led By John Allerton ‘Twas the night before The Burrs, my nerves did start to rattle. After hearing many tales they say this stretch is a dirty and a technical battle.’ ‘Adrenaline awoke me, I waited with bated breath for my pick up who turned up with a brand new boat and off we went.’ Meeting up with the others we… Read More »River Irwell Nuttall Park to Burrs by Jacki Jenkins
We have had a great season of junior pool sessions. The juniors have been amazing – enthusiastic and resilient. They have been practising skills and trying new things; everyone has achieved so much. The juniors have developed incredible confidence on and in the water. They have practised paddle strokes in games like relay races and different ways of turning in games such as Capture the Flag. There has been plenty… Read More »Junior Winter Pool sessions and upcoming dates
Today has been one of the best whitewater trips that I have been on! It was well coached but there was still time for your own fun in the stoppers. The groups were well balanced and the coaches made sure that everyone was comfortable. At the start we went over what to do on the river (including important hand signals) and we practised honing some basic skills. Throughout the paddle… Read More »River Dee WW Trip – Ponsonby Arms to Tŷ Mawr Country Park by Oliver Groom
Laura asked us for a mild sea trip. We arranged it, invited everyone and off we went. Five met at a remote garage and we had refreshments and a chat about plans along with a safety brief. After arriving at the beach, we were soon on the water led by Eamon, around a large island, through the flow and off hugging the coastline going around rocks and seeing the sights.… Read More »Moelfre Sea Kayak Paddle – Dave & Fiona
Pont Rhythallt pylons to Caernarfon The River Seiont flowed gently from its start at Pont Rhythallt, its waters murmuring secrets of ancient times as it wound its way through the rugged landscape of North Wales. Among the kayakers who dared to traverse its tranquil yet captivating waters were Nick and Oscar, two adventurous souls eager to explore the historic beauty of Wales and it was good to see them on… Read More »River Seiont with Nikki and Martin
