There is plenty of water around the UK and Northern Ireland, and the country is lined with lakes and rivers. For your next active vacation, you should not miss the numerous water routes. Whether it's canoeing, kayaking, rafting, a tour with the SUP, the country has a lot to offer. The breathtaking scenery - Jurassic Coast and atmospheric moorlands - contribute to an unforgettable adventure on the water.
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The 10 Most Beautiful water sports in the United Kingdom
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
Hiking route on 1 July 2021 at 08:31
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
22.5 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
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
Wye Valley, Herefordshire
Difficulty
easy
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
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
Geological Excursion J4 - West Coast of Jura
Difficulty
moderate
18.8 km
3:11 h
32 m
37 m
A classic sea-kayak expedition to spectacular raised beaches
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
Port Appin 8 Sep 2021 08:23:03
Difficulty
moderate
5.3 km
0:54 h
5 m
0 m
Kayak around Castle Stalker and Sgeir Bhuidhe lighthouse.
Beautiful scenery and calm paddling.
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
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.
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
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.
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
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.
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
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.
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
Tubing microadventure
Difficulty
moderate
4.1 km
0:54 h
17 m
22 m
An incredibly simple but wonderful microadventure.Down a river on tractor inner tubes. Bivvy on the beach.
Kayaking
· United Kingdom
River Dee Chester Kayak
Difficulty
moderate
19.4 km
3:16 h
9 m
10 m
This is a trip on the lower river once it has met its flood plain much lower down, and slowed down. This is a gentle meander through pretty countryside. The end is right in the heart of Chester, a magnificent sight to see
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Devizes to Westminster by Neil
June 27, 2021
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This is great for DW paddlers. Thank You
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C-CC Easter Meet 2017 Day 3 by Dean
November 07, 2020
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Wolvercote Loop by Laura
September 15, 2020
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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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