Boxing Day Paddle - River Kennet

Escape the post-Christmas slump and invigorate your senses with our Boxing Day Paddle on the beautiful River Kennet. Glide across calm, flat waters as you shake off the Christmas dinner and breathe in the crisp, fresh air of your stunning natural surroundings.

Finish off with hot chocolate and mince pies!

Perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers alike, this adventure offers a peaceful yet refreshing way to reconnect with nature and boost your energy levels.

Weather cancellations may include high wind speeds, thunder and lighting warnings.

River Flow cancellations if on yellow boards

If we need to cancel we will endeavour to give you as much notice as possible

1. Water confidence
2. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult on the water
3. All participants must make a purchase at The Cunningman pub due to parking arrangement

Minimum age +

Children can share a board with an adult, please contact to arrange

1. Suitable clothing for on the water that you don't mind getting wet. No denim or heavy clothing
2. Soft soled footwear or neoprene shoes
3. Wind or water proof layer depending on weather
4. Warm hat
5. Full change of clothes left in your vehicle for afterwards
6. Money for the pub

1. If bringing your own paddleboard please ensure you have a correctly fitted buoyance aid and quick release waist belt. If you do not have these you will be unable to participate in our trip.

Meet at the end of the car park nearest the River.

Access the water from the canal path next to the car park before heading off for a there and back again paddle.

The direction of paddle will be decided on the day factoring in weather and water flow conditions and the groups choice.