Alfriston paddle – Sunday 15th October 2023 by Gerry On a cold but beautifully sunny morning over 20 of us set off on a round trip from Cuckmere to Alfriston in a mixture of kayaks, SUPs and canoes. The trip was a case of third time lucky as two previous attempts earlier in the year…
Wye Valley trip – 28th to 31st July 2023 by Gerry This was a three day trip, with most people arriving on Thursday afternoon or evening. We stayed at Lucksall Caravan and Camping Park in Fiddler’s Green a few miles south of Hereford. This is a large campsite with excellent facilities and plenty of space…
Hampton Court paddle – Saturday 23rd September 2023 by Gerry An early start for this one as a small group of us met up at the start point – YMCA Harker on the outskirts of Kingston Upon Thames – at 8.30 on a sunny Saturday morning. The drive up from Seaford was pretty smooth apart…
August so far has not delivered perfect paddling weather. Rarely have we seen the mirror-like water and perfect blue skies of last summer. And it’s been windy, from light breeze to a chilly Northerly blast. For beginner paddle boarders.to enjoy the experienc of being on the water, the recommendation is to go out if the…
On Sunday 4th June 2023, we at CVCC – members and volunteers – completed a paddle around the meanders of the SDNP (South Downs National Park) to complete a big rubbish clean up in the area. This was a very important day. Not only did we physically pick up litter from the bankside and in…
Regular Club sessions continue through the Winter. In partnership with Hastings District Canoe Club, we offer weekly pool sessions at Bexhill. Join us on a Thursday or Saturday evening to practise your skills. This could be developing your confidence being upside down in the water in your boat, or launching yourself into rolls – sideways,…
At the first Committee Meeting of the year, we were delighted to welcome two new people to the committee. Grace takes on the role of Junior Officer, and she put the adults to shame with her list of ideas and initiatives. Over the season, you will see more junior-focused sessions and the opportunities for our…
Today, Cuckmere Valley Canoe Club joined forces with Buzz Active and the South Downs National Park to take part in British Canoeing’s #ClearAccessClearWaters campaign. Our members took to the water in kayaks, SUPs and canoes. While practising our skills, we also fished out rubbish from around the Meanders and along the Cuckmere River. The most…
Our Friends & Family Day provided a showcase for the skills our paddlers have in controlling their inflatables. A series of battles were undertaken, each of which demanded balance, speed, tactical planning and knowledge of the water. The coaches displayed a mastery of techniques that often astounded the members, leaving them flat on their backs…
Many of you will have seen the stunning photos from our sea kayak trips out to Birling Gap or beyond. As a Club, we are so lucky to have the meanders, the river and the sea to paddle on. But the sea can be a dangerous, unforgiving place. We have to be sure that if…