Dave Rawding and Andy Davies have made history by becoming the first all British crew to compete in the 100km Vohandu Ultra Marathon in Estonia.…
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Nottingham kayak cross series set for debut
The first Nottingham kayak cross event will take place at the white water course at Holme Pierrepont, on 19 April 2024. The partnership, between the National Water Sports Centre and Paddle UK, is a first…
Hedge planting begins at Paddle UK site
About 90 metres of hedging has been planted as part of wider habitat improvements at Paddle UK's Toll Paddock site on the River Wye. Hawthorn, Blackthorn, Hazel, Field Maple, Dog Rose and Crab Apple were…
‘Brilliant atmosphere’ at wild water weekend
Nottingham hosted a successful wild water weekend with wild water racing, freestyle and raft racing all coming together to showcase their disciplines at Holme Pierrepont. With rafting and freestyle hosting fun competitions that offered an…
Kingston take title at Canoe Polo National Championships
Kingston A clinched the Open league title at the Canoe Polo National Championships, hosted by the Friends of Allonby, at Collingwood dock in Liverpool. They won all seven of their matches making 21 points, and…
Collective action despite ‘struggles' for river users
The Boat Race highlighted the potential impacts that poor water quality can have on public health. Members of the Oxford rowing team criticised sewage levels in the water and said some team members were sick…
Paddling has ‘significant mental health benefits'
Taking part in activities, like paddling, has ‘measurable physical and mental health benefits', a university review has found. Paddle UK commissioned Sheffield Hallam University to undertake a literature review related to the physical, mental and…
Get involved in the Wild Water Weekend – 6-7 April
Update – 4 April, 16:15: Given the weather forecast and projected river levels in Nottingham, the location of the Wild Water Racing ECA Cup is subject to change. Keep an eye on the Paddle UK…
Charlotte Fife’s journey into white water kayaking
#ShePaddles Ambassador Charlotte Fife has been an avid paddler for six years now, but her love of white water started when she joined her university canoe club. She shares her journey into white water kayaking…
Kayak Cross teams announced for 2024 season
After two hotly contested days of racing during the Kayak Cross Selection Series at Lee Valley White Water Centre, 22 athletes have today been named across the Senior, U23 and Junior teams for the 2024…
Paddlers return for more Devizes to Westminster action over the Easter Weekend
The Devizes to Westminster International Canoe Race took place once again over Easter Weekend. It was a long road to the start line this year for the DW community, not only in regard to the…
Racing concludes at kayak cross selection event
Two rounds of kayak cross concluded the third and final day of racing at the slalom selection series held at the Lee Valley White Water Centre. Fierce racing saw paddlers battling it out in the…
Kayak cross takes centre stage as Easter selection series continues
Kayak Cross took centre stage on day two of the slalom selection series at Lee Valley White Water Centre, with senior, U23 and junior athletes all battling it out for selection onto the respective international…
Thrilling racing launches 2024 Junior & U23 slalom selection series
Britain's top slalom athletes showcased their talents at a glorious Lee Valley White Water Centre on the opening day of the Junior & U23 slalom selection series. With the 2024 senior team already selected in…
Alarming new figures on overflows released
Paddle UK is shocked and disappointed in the latest figures published on the number of storm overflow sewage spills in England last year. The Environment Agency has published its Event Duration Monitoring (EDM) data for…
Big Paddle Cleanup kits up for grabs
Paddle UK is giving our members the opportunity to apply for a Big Paddle Cleanup kit. The Big Paddle Cleanup is coming soon (25 May to 9 June) in a bid to improve our precious…
Paddle England Competition Athlete Support Fund
Paddle England's athlete support fund will open on 2 April for applications from eligible English athletes competing internationally. The purpose of the fund is to provide some financial assistance to support athletes competing at British…
Neurodiversity mini-series resources launched
Paddle UK has launched a new mini-series resource regarding neurodiversity. The mini-series began during Neurodiversity Celebration Week (18 – 24 March 2024) and will continue until 17 April 2024. Paddle UK has partnered with Neurodiverse…
Media Accreditation: Apply now for the 2024 Canoe Slalom & Kayak Cross Selection Series
Media accreditation is now open for the 2024 Canoe Slalom & Kayak Cross selection event at Lee Valley White Water Centre, taking place between 30 March – 1 April. Four selected Paris 2024 Olympians will…
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