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Water Sports in England

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In and around England there are many wonderful opportunities to discover the country from the water. Kayaking tours through the meandering rivers in the National Parks and AONBs are particularly popular. But SUP tours along the coast or on inland waters are also increasingly appealing to visitors. The diverse range of water sports activities is ideal for an active holiday in England with family and friends.
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The 10 most beautiful water sports in England

Kayaking · South East England
Keyhaven Marshes
Toprecommended 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
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Kayaking · East England
Kayaking route on 1 July 2021 at 08:31
Toprecommended 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
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Kayaking · South East England
Keyhaven, Hurst Castle & Hawkers Lake
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
4 km
0:57 h
2 m
3 m
Kayak from Keyhaven to Hurst Castle via Hawkers Lake
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Kayaking · South East England
Keyhaven to Pennington Marshes
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
8.3 km
1:58 h
5 m
3 m
Kayak from Keyhaven to Pennington Marshes
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Kayaking · Central England and the Midlands
Wye Valley, Herefordshire
Difficulty easy
1
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
BBC Countryfile Magazine
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.
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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.
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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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Kayaking · Central England and the Midlands
Loughborough inner loop 9 April 2022 at 08:19
9.2 km
1:57 h
8 m
6 m
Loughborough Canal - Woodbrook- River Soar - Summerpool Brook- Loughborough Canal
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Launch at Salisbury Canoe Club pontoon
Kayaking · South West England
Salisbury Loop on Nadder and Avon
Difficulty moderate
5.3 km
0:54 h
8 m
8 m
The Loop - Scenic route round Salisbury with beautiful rivers and stunning views across the water meadows and of Salisbury Cathedral. Suitable for kayak, canoe and SUP.
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Devizes to Westminster by Neil
June 27, 2021 · Community
This is great for DW paddlers. Thank You
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C-CC Easter Meet 2017 Day 3 by Dean
November 07, 2020 · Community
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Wolvercote Loop by Laura
September 15, 2020 · Community
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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