Paddle UK is saddened to have learnt of a number of fatalities which have occurred in the Alps over the past few weeks. Paddling can…
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Safety advice for paddling overseas
Paddle UK is saddened to have learnt of a number of fatalities which have occurred in the Alps over the past few weeks. Paddling can take us to some incredible places but we should all…
A tribute to Roger Fox
Paddle UK is saddened to have learnt of the passing of our Vice-President Roger Fox. Roger was one of the founding members of St Albans Canoe Club, where his interest in canoe slalom developed. The…
Royal Marines paddlers mark D-Day 80th Anniversary
Paddlers from the Royal Marines have marked the D-Day 80th anniversary by paddling 90 nautical miles across the English Channel overnight to Northern France. Setting off in two-person Klepper folding kayaks on 4 June from…
Bren Orton
Paddle UK is saddened to have learnt of the passing of white water kayaking legend Bren Orton. A joint statement from Palm and Pyranha said: “It is with immense sadness that we announce that our…
Paddler Spotlight: How All-Aboard Watersports are supporting paddlers with disabilities in Bristol
In this month's Paddler Spotlight, we're shining a spotlight on the brilliant work happening in Bristol to provide accessible paddlesport activities for people with disabilities. Bristol-based charity, All-Aboard Watersports, has supported its local community to…
Paddle UK renews partnership with 2b Graphic Design
Paddle UK has announced an extension to its long-term partnership with 2b Graphic Design, to ensure members can select the benefit of receiving discounted print magazines. Founded by Peter Tranter and Anne Egan, The Paddler…
Paddle UK issues Standards for Deployment Policy
Paddle UK has today launched a new policy to support volunteers and paid employees to follow an agreed set of standards, to create a safer culture and environment within paddlesport. The Standards for Deployment Policy…
Paddle UK partners with Noble Marine Insurance
Paddle UK, the national governing body for paddlesports is pleased to announce it has teamed up with Noble Marine giving members exclusive discounts on a range of boat and craft insurance products. Paddle UK members…
Celebrating 50 Quality Clubs
Quality Club is Paddle UK’s accreditation programme for paddlesport clubs in England. Since its launch three years ago, it has helped more than 50 clubs exceed our minimum standards in governance, safeguarding, and safety. By…
Paddle UK membership fees for 2024
The Paddle UK Board has approved a series of changes to the current membership pricing structure from 1st May 2024. Paddle UK is pleased to announce that existing and renewing members will be able to…
Paddler Spotlight: Kirstie Macmillan on Kayaking and Autism
In our April Paddler Spotlight, we caught up with Kirstie Macmillan, a passionate sea and white water kayaker who has been paddling for 14 years. Last year, Kirstie was diagnosed with autism, and she kindly…
Paddle UK is recruiting for a new Chair to the Inclusion Advisory Group
The Inclusion Advisory Group (IAG) is recruiting for a new volunteer Chair, as we bid farewell to John McCalla-Leacy. John was appointed as Chair three years ago when the IAG was originally formed, and has…
Paddle UK – A new chapter for British Canoeing
British Canoeing has begun a new era for the organisation with the launch of the new Paddle UK name and brand identity. Over the last five years, the rapid growth in recreational paddling by a…
Share your stories for the Paddler Spotlight
To support our ongoing commitment to improving the diversity and representation of our imagery, stories and sport, we are introducing a new initiative across our media channels – the Paddler Spotlight. See how your story…
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