Known as Shakespeare Country, since it is the county in which famous play-write William Shakespeare roamed as a boy. This stunning paddle takes in chocolate box and glass fronted wish-list properties, locks that allow you to by-pass Insta worthy weirs, dating as far back as the early 1800’s, flanked by quintessential English countryside.
Our experienced guide will lead you past stunning architectural highlights such as the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in the city centre, the rust girders of the GWR Bridge used to carry the Stratford to Cheltenham railway line. All Saints Church at Luddington, thought to be the church where Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway were married in 1582 and the old packhorse bridge at Binton built in 1216.
We’ll enjoy a riverside picnic lunch and plenty of floating paddle snacks and of course there’s the post paddle riverside pub for well earned refreshments before heading home full hearted.
This is an 11 mile / 17km paddle. The day will be broken up with plenty of stops and with two guides the pace of the paddle can be matched to suit a diverse group. There will be a short car shuttle amongst the group to bring the start and end paddle points together. NOTE: There are 7 weirs to portage around, the walk is minimal, you will however need to feel confident getting on and off your board. Occasionally dropping down into the water from small elevation. Our guides will be on-hand to help.
NOTE bring your own kit and enjoy a 10% discount. Enter OWNKIT26 at the checkout. MUST NOT BE USED WITH ANY OTHER PROMOTION. These places are limited. Your kit MUST include, recognised branded 11 or 12ft TOURING board, paddle, buoyancy aid, quick release belt, head torch, RIVER FIN IS ESSENTIAL.
TO US YOUR OWN KIT YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN WATERWAYS LICENCE. THIS CAN BE PURCHASED HERE
You will
- Enjoy a linera paddle starting just outside Stratford upon Avon and finishing at Bidford on Avon.
- Experience paddling alongside stunning architecture both old and new.
- Take in the breathtaking Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
- Meander along the pretty Warwickshire Avon river.
- Receive a safety briefing along with your board, paddle, buoyancy aid and helmet if desired
The details
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- Full-Day guided trip. 9am meet.
- £65.00pp includes kit and guiding.
- Receive a safety briefing along with your board, paddle, buoyancy aid.
- Board, paddle, buoyancy aid, quick release belt included
- Wetsuit available for hire at £10.00.
- Adults only trip.
- You will be added to a WhatsApp group a few days prior. NOTIFY us via email if you do not use WhatsApp.
- Paddler suitability: You must be comfortable paddling for around 2 hours without a break at a steady but comfortable pace. You must be able to self rescue, turn your board and paddle straight. You mjust be able to easily get on and off your board.
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T&C’s
CANCELLATION POLICY:
- Where adverse wether conditions are the deciding factor for the cancellation of your trip by PBA you will be given 24 hours notice. Please check your emails regularly (including spam).
- If your booking is cancelled due to adverse weather conditions you will be given a selection of dates to rebook within the current season. Or a 12-month credit note will be issued.
If the booking is cancelled by your party:
- 72 hours+ Your booking will be fully transferable within the current season or a 12 month credit note will be issued.
- Less than 48 hours notice your booking will not be transferred. IF we are able to fill your place from a wait list you will be issues a 12 month credit note.
PADDLER SUITABILITY
- Be able to paddle 2-3 hours at a time without stopping.
- Be able to paddle roughly in a straight line.
- Be able to manoeuvre the board left to right and stop efficiently.
- Be able to get yourself back on your board. ‘Self Rescue’.
- Be able to get on and off your board easily.
OWN KIT REQUIREMENTS
- Recognised branded touring board, 11ft or 12ft. Paddle, recognised branded buoyancy aid, quick release belt, leash, dry bag, head torch.
- PLEASE NOTE, if your kit does not meet our criteria on the day you will be required to hire our own, or forfeit the trip with no option for a refund. Therefor we suggest you email us to check your kit is suitable.
MINIMUM 8 paddlers to run the trip.
ADULT ONLY TRIP.
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