Booking
How To Book
The frequency between trips can be a bit variable (to fit in with the availability of our trip leaders) but we always aim to offer a varied and action packed programme of events.
Some trips maybe subject to minimum or maximum numbers or need a certain level of ability to participate.
For the time being for all bookings please email chairman@croydonactivepaddlers.org See our facebook group to see what we've been up to recently https://www.facebook.com/groups/231679889
Monday 21st April
The River Arun and Easter Bunny hunt
Join us for one of our favourite paddles, including chocolate bunnies, sliding down weirs (for those who want to) and enjoying a picnic on the riverbank
Weekend 2nd - 4th May
Norfolk Broads
Take in the Norfolk Broads with a mix of rivers and open water Canoe & camping weekend.
Sunday 11th May
River Wey
Paddle from Newark Priory around the Old Woking Loop
An easy paddle along Canal and River, pass a Norman Church & then along the twisting River through remote fields,
a lovely trip for all, with some moving water to push us along much of the way !
Weekend 6th - 8th June
North Wales - Summer white water
In and around the beautiful town of Llangollen, a wonderful white water weekend - various options
Sunday 22nd June
Local paddle - location TBC
Likely to be a lovely day out on one of our favourite rivers, a flat water paddle stopping to enjoy a nice picnic lunch in the sun.
Weekend 15th – 17th August
Fun for all at Lee Valley!
Lots to see and do, a very special weekend. Various activities, white water paddling or rafting at Lee Valley White Water Center, stroll along the canal path to the pub, camp fire and tasty barbeque and a lovely flatwater paddle in the Herts countryside.
Saturday 12th July
River Thames
An adventure in and around the Thames. Lots to see.
Sunday 21st September
West Wittering
Fun in the sand and surf!
2nd - 5th October
The Lake District
Something for everyone in the wonderful Lake District
7th - 9th November
South Wales - White Water
Back to South Wales, plenty of river choices, always a great trip.
12th - 14th December
More white water in Dartmoor!
Various sections of the river Dart to choose from, other great rivers nearby.
Our boats and kit
We have a range of club boats, paddles, spray decks and cagoules that you’re welcome to use on any club trips. This isn’t exhaustive, but here’s a list of kit you may need on trips. Ask the trip organiser in advance if you’re not sure what to bring or don’t have a piece of kit that you think you’ll need:
- Buoyancy Aid
- Helmet
- Kayak
- Paddle
- Spray deck
- Cagoule
- Footwear (e.g. wetsuit boots. Trainers are not recommended)
- Wet / Dry suit (dependent on season and activity / personal preference)
- Spare clothes (in a dry bag if you have one)
- Food & drink (a thermos flask of hot drink is ideal in colder weather)