Water Sports in the United Kingdom
There is plenty of water around the UK and Northern Ireland, and the country is lined with lakes and rivers. For your next active vacation, you should not miss the numerous water routes. Whether it's canoeing, kayaking, rafting, a tour with the SUP, the country has a lot to offer. The breathtaking scenery - Jurassic Coast and atmospheric moorlands - contribute to an unforgettable adventure on the water.
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The 10 most beautiful water sports in the United Kingdom
Kayaking
· South East England
Keyhaven Marshes
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
5.2 km
1:15 h
6 m
5 m
First Light kayak from Keyhaven Yacht Club slipway, through Keyhaven Marshes and back
Kayaking
· East England
Kayaking route on 1 July 2021 at 08:31
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
22.4 km
4:00 h
411 m
418 m
Sibson Marina - River Nene - River Nene Navigation - Water Newton - St Remigius, Water Newton - Ferry Meadows - Ham Mere - River Nene channel to Ferry Meadows moorings - Thorpe Wood Golf Course - Orton Meadows - Woodston Reach Pond - Osier Lake - Orton Mere - Thorpe Meadows - Woodston Reach - Woodston Ponds - Wildlife Haven - Fletton Quays - King's Dyke - Nene Washes
Kayaking
· South East England
Keyhaven, Hurst Castle & Hawkers Lake
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
4 km
0:57 h
2 m
3 m
Kayak from Keyhaven to Hurst Castle via Hawkers Lake
Kayaking
· South East England
Keyhaven to Pennington Marshes
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.3 km
1:58 h
5 m
3 m
Kayak from Keyhaven to Pennington Marshes
Kayaking
· Central England and the Midlands
Wye Valley, Herefordshire
Difficulty
easy
14.2 km
4:46 h
62 m
60 m
Following the journey of the river is the best way to explore the stunning Wye Valley, its array of wildlife and tranquil surroundingsDistance 9 miles (14 km)Type EasyTime 4 hoursWords: Adam Stones
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
Geological Excursion J4 - West Coast of Jura
Difficulty
moderate
18.8 km
3:11 h
32 m
37 m
A classic sea-kayak expedition to spectacular raised beaches
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
Port Appin 8 Sep 2021 08:23:03
Difficulty
moderate
5.3 km
0:54 h
5 m
0 m
Kayak around Castle Stalker and Sgeir Bhuidhe lighthouse.
Beautiful scenery and calm paddling.
Kayaking
· Central England and the Midlands
Elford to Burton
Difficulty
moderate
20 km
3:23 h
12 m
19 m
This is a lovely paddle through open countryside Starting at Elford gardens on the Tame and joining the Trent down river on to Burton.
Kayaking
· Central England and the Midlands
Stratford to Bidford Sep 2020
Difficulty
moderate
16.5 km
2:48 h
6 m
16 m
10 mile trip down the river Avon with lots of big houses to admire.
Kayaking
· Central England and the Midlands
Wolseley Bridge circular
Difficulty
moderate
5.2 km
0:54 h
13 m
9 m
Short circular taking in some beautiful scenery. Be prepared to get out halfway to climb up to the aqueduct for the return journey.
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Devizes to Westminster by Neil
June 27, 2021
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This is great for DW paddlers. Thank You
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C-CC Easter Meet 2017 Day 3 by Dean
November 07, 2020
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Wolvercote Loop by Laura
September 15, 2020
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Dukes cut is overgrown & full of debris so unable to pass through. So followed it round to the Thames & hopped 2 more locks (one maned) to get back to the start, extra 2km roughly.
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