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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
Sunday 8th January
Shalford Loop
A relatively short and easy paddle weaving our way through the Wey backwater between Shalford and Guildford.
Sunday 22nd January
River Wandle
That brilliant GEM of an urban paddle, swift water, paddling under a house, over a pipe, avoid the shopping trolleys and descend into the darkness of the 700 metre long Tunnel, will you come out the other end?
Friday 27th to Tuesday 31st January
Whitewater trip to The Lake District
Fantastic paddling, a wide choice of rivers amidst fantastic scenery!
Sunday 12th February
Local flat water trip
Location to be decided dependent on water levels. Watch this space!
Friday 24th - Sunday 26th February
Whitewater Weekend
A chance to continue developing your Whitewater skills. Location TBC
Sunday 5th March
Chelmer Navigation
Beautiful Essex scenery, enjoying shooting up to five differently shaped weirs and riding the fast waters below. A CAP adventure!
Saturday 18th March
River Mole
We're paddling from Brockham to Leatherhead around Boxhill and past the Stepping stones. Needs water - location may change.
24th - 31st March
CAP's expedition to the West of Scotland
Some of the best rivers in the UK, fantastic whitewater plus some lovely milder Grade 2 - 3 with time to chill and take in local attractions, maybe a brewery, castle or other Scottish treats!
1st - 8th April
CAP's expedition extended to the East of Scotland
This can be a stand alone week or an extension of the Western Scotland trip. Enjoy the incomparable beauties of Scotland both on sand and water.
Sunday 9th April
Basingstoke Canal
A lovely tranquil paddle along the tree lined canal. An easy paddle for all to enjoy, followed by a walk around the ruins of Odiham Castle and then finally relax beside the lake at the local country inn for a chilled post paddle drink and maybe a bite to eat. A perfect Spring day.
14th - 16th April
CAP invade the DEEFEST!
Join lots of other paddlers for a weekend of waterborne fun and frolics on the River Dee in North Wales!
Sunday 23rd April
The River Medway
A lovely paddle from Hartlake to Yalding, with opportunities to try out exciting canoe shoots along the way.
Sunday 7th May
The River Wey - Byfleet to Weybridge
Ride the flowing water, lunch stop with a view of Concorde opposite Brookland Aircraft Museum then onward to Weybridge.
Sunday 21st May
The Arun and Rother at Pulborough
From the 8 arched bridge we paddle through the South Downs and then have fun playing on the gentle sloping Weir
26th - 29th May
North Wales "Open Canoeing trip"
On a lovely paddle through North Wales. Enjoy the different way of paddling!
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)