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The Plan
Paddle through London’s oldest canal from Limehouse to Crate Brewery’s bar on the water’s edge in Hackney Wick.
An urban adventure in London. If you’ve never canoed before that’s fine. This adventure is suitable for anyone 18 yrs and over with an ability to swim. Staff will be on hand before you set off to issue equipment, talk you through the route, and assist with launch and landing.
At just over 5km, the route follows the Limehouse Cut and River Lea with houseboats, warehouses, swans and other birdlife along the way. During the journey you’ll be free to paddle at your own pace, but we recommend sticking with the group to keep things sociable.
We recommend Crate Brewery for your arrival or try one of the other great bars and restaurants in Hackney Wick. These include The Milk Float, Barge East; Number 90; Grow, Beer Merchants Tap, and Gotto – all of which are located at the end point of the adventure.
What's Included?
Price is per person in double super stable kayaks and includes:- Buoyancy Aids
- Paddles
- Lights when required
- Professional instructor briefing
- Kayak
- Van to transport personal belongings
- Waterproof storage barrels for any small valuables
What to wear?
Bring some warm and waterproof clothes for this adventure and a waterproof jacket. Also something warm to change into at the other end in case you get splashed/ damp along the way.
There is a van to take your bags up to the end point which leaves at 6.30pm sharp. Please arrive 10 minutes before if you are booked on the 6.30pm slot and wish to have bags taken to the end point. We cannot be held responsible for your belongings.
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WHERE
Canoe Shed Limehouse Basin, London, E14 7JZ
Under the DLR railway arches in Limehouse basin (just behind Limehouse DLR). Come out of the Branch Road exit and turn immediately left. We’ll be easy to spot with lots of kayaks and your instructors ready to greet you. Nearest Postcode: E14 7JZ.TIMINGS
30 mins kitting out and briefing time, and around 1.5 hours paddling.BOOKING TERMS
It is important that you arrive on time. We cannot not issue refunds for late arrivals. Please only drink alcohol at the end of your adventure when you arrive at Crate Brewery. Paddlesport is an ‘assumed risk, water sports activity’ and prerequisites include a level of fitness and swimming ability.AGE CRITERIA
This event is for adults only (aged 18 and over)
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NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED
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UNIQUE AND AWE INSPIRING
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IT FILLED ME WITH GIDDY CHILD LIKE EXCITEMENT
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MAGIC IN THE CITY
