Date/Time
Date(s) - 20/09/2025
10:00 - 15:00
Location
Canterbury city centre
Categories
- Family & Friends Welcome:
- Yes
- Lead Coach:
- Nic H & Justin
- Event Organiser:
- Nic H & Justin
- Contact for Event:
- Skill Level:
- Beginner
- Age Limit:
- Type of water:
- Sheltered
- More information:
🏛️🚣♀️ CVCC Goes to Canterbury! 🚣♂️🏛️
Explore the Hidden Waterways of Canterbury
Kayaks & SUPs | Sheltered River | Paddling & Picnics | Optional Museum Visit
Join us for a gentle but magical paddle through the beautiful heart of Canterbury, with its winding waterways, low bridges, and historic scenery. It’s perfect for kayakers and SUP paddlers alike — just be ready to kneel or duck under the city’s ancient arches!
📅 Trip Details:
Date: 20/09/25
Meeting point: 10:00am at St Radigund’s Car Park (CT1 2AA)
Get on the water: Short portage near the Miller’s Arms Pub
Cost: ~£13.50 for car parking (approx. 5 hours at £2.70/hr)
💡 You can pre-register for automatic parking to save time and avoid tickets:
👉 Register here
🚣♀️ Paddle Plan:
Explore Canterbury’s city waterways
Paddle up the Great Stour towards Chilham
Picnic lunch on the riverbank
Flexible paddle length depending on the weather, group and flow
All on sheltered, slow-moving water
🍳 Optional: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the Miller’s Arms
🎟️ Bonus culture stop: Visit the charming Bagpuss & Friends Museum afterwards (optional)
🗺️ Check out the route map:
👉 View the route on OS Maps
🛶 Club Equipment Loans
Need a kayak, SUP or gear?
Email equipment@cvcc.org.uk at least 10 days in advance with:
What kit you’d like to borrow
Purpose: Canterbury Trip
How long you’ll need it for
⚠️ Please note: Club equipment cannot be used for non-club or peer-led events due to insurance restrictions.
We hope to see you there for a paddle with a difference — gliding past ancient buildings, picnicking riverside, and perhaps even finishing the day with a bit of nostalgic museum fun.
Don’t forget your snacks, camera and a sense of adventure!
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.