A short sea kayaking adventure within easy reach of London A kayak circumnavigation of Canvey Island is a surreal experience, taking in big, estuarine seascapes, a massive gas refinery and wildlife-rich sea marshes. Get the tides wrong and you’ll also encounter lots of mud. Canvey Island is located about 40 miles east of London, an […]
There are over 60 canoe clubs in London. Some practice specific types of kayaking and canoeing, whilst others have a wide range of boats, and members who are interested in different types of canoeing.
London has over 100 miles of waterways, making canoe trips and kayak tours a great way to explore the city.
Messing around on the water is fun, but it is not without risk. Even good swimmers can struggle in cold water, and many of London’s waterways have steep, walled in banks that are not easy to scale. Here’s our top tips for canoe safety and keeping safe on the water.