If you hanker after a serene paddle in beautiful countryside on a non tidal stretch of water you don’t have to look far in East Sussex! Give the Barcombe Mills to Fish Ladder Falls (Isfield Weir) route a go! I was introduced to this paddle along the upper section of the River Ouse by a…
It was a cold day. We got there quite early so me and my brother played tag to warm ourselves up. While we played lots of people were getting their boats out ready to launch. Before I got on the water I geared up. The lesson was about to start! I got in my kayak…
It is with huge sadness to have to announce the passing of Tony Lamberth on Friday 16th October. Tony made a huge contribution to CVCC over many years – as chairperson for at least 7 years and a kayak coach for many more. He must have introduced hundreds to our sport through Come and Try…
Last Sunday’s Kayak Surfing session aimed to follow on from the Introduction to Kayak Surfing 20/09 coached by Iain P and Kevin G. It was aimed at paddlers who have well developed basic skills ie are at an intermediate level. Iain coached the session again, ably assisted by Kevin G, and warned prior to the…
Today’s intermediate session saw a group of paddlers heading down to the sea for a coached introduction to surf kayaking session with Iain P. After warming up with a paddle along the Meanders and onto the River Cuckmere, we stopped on the beach to talk theory, looking at all the various influences that need to…
With the meanders temporarily out of use this weekend we relocated to alternate water and hosted a club paddle on the River Rother for a paddle up to Bodiam Castle, Sunday 22nd August 2020. Our mixed fleet of CVCC paddlers set off from Bodiam Boating Station for a tranquil journey through the High Weald to…
As a child thunderstorms terrified me. At the first rumble of thunder I’d throw myself under the duvet and screw my eyes shut, terrified as loud bangs vibrated through my body. Then at some point as I got older I realised I really enjoyed a good thunderstorm – perhaps they are something you grow into…
The Early Bird Not Catching Waves … There is a meditative stillness to an early summer morning. The roads are quiet while the majority still slumber behind tightly closed curtains while the recently strong winds are barely perceptible; the cooler night equalising temperature over sea and land calming the ferocious gusts until the warmth of…
At the moment we can only offer limited Club sessions, so for the time being we are not accepting any new members. As soon as the Government guidance means that we can get more people on the water, we will be happy to welcome you. In the meantime, you can be added to our waiting…
One of the best things about our Club is the strength of our community, so the hope is that this website will be easier for everyone to use.
One of the best things about our Club is the strength of our community, so the hope is that this website will be easier for everyone to use.
