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Paddling Services Finder

Find Clubs, Delivery Partners, Hire Providers and more. First enter your postcode and distance. Then, select either search by service or provider type. Choose all, or filter by individual drop down options. Finally, hit search to find a wide range of paddling providers near you.

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Membership Packages with...
Waterways Licences Liability Insurance Offers and Rewards

Individuals
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£ 29-60 Annually
  • Waterways Licence
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • Offers and Rewards
  • SUP, Kayak, Canoe
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Families
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£ 68-164 Annually
  • Waterways Licence
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • Offers and Rewards
  • SUP, Kayak, Canoe
Couples
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£ 85-110 Annually
  • Waterways Licence
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • Offers and Rewards
  • SUP, Kayak, Canoe
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Events Finder

Relax, Compete or Train. It's up to you

Whether recreational or competitive paddling events, entry level skills training, Ofqual regulated coaching courses, conferences, or paddle cleanups, find something near you on our "all events" finder.

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Upcoming Events

Whether you want a quiet SUP on your local river or fancy taking on a competitive event, here are a few upcoming events that may be of interest. Hit the More Events button to check out all events on our event finder.

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Ensuring Safety

The PaddleUK online reporting system is for all paddling incidents, and can be used whether you are a member of PaddleUK or not. If you have been in an incident or witnessed an incident hit the button below.

We have a dedicated area on the Paddle UK website that takes you through the process of reporting a safeguarding concern. Hit the button below to visit the safeguarding page.

Go Padding is PaddleUK’s home of recreational paddling and has a wealth of safety information to start you off. Hit the button below to learn how to stay safe in the water.

Our Awarding Body boasts a range of free and quality paid eLearning to help you get the most out of your time on the water. Hit the button below to browse its eLearning Store.

The PaddleUK Start and Discover courses are designed as an introduction for new starters. Find out more and a provider near you on Go Paddling. Simply hit the button below.

Paddlesafer is a comprehensive body of safety information, guidance and advice for everyone involved in paddlesport including clubs, officials, volunteers, providers, event organisers and coaches. Download Paddlesafer 2025 in PDF by hitting the button below.

Develop your risk assessment skills. Download our risk assessment template and guidance, complete the assessment, and then upload it to our AI Risk Assessment Advisor for feedback.

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Got a Question? Ask PaddleBot

Looking for a club, delivery partner, course or competition in your area? Have a question about membership or qualifications? Seeking safety advice? Want to learn about our athletes? Or perhaps your teacher has sent you here to do some research. Then maybe PaddleBot AI can help. You never know unless you ask. You'll find PaddleBot bottom right of the site waiting for your questions.
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Every Paddler, Every Craft, Every Type of Water

We are Paddle UK and we proudly represent the growing community of paddlers across the UK. Watch the video to learn more about us.

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The Paddlers' Code

When you go paddling remember to Respect, Protect, and Enjoy. Learn about the Paddlers’ Code and help Paddle UK protect our blue spaces for future generations.

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Member Places to Paddle

Your membership helps us open up great places to paddle like these, which you can enjoy as a member. Click through to read more about each location.

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On the water 3-5 year prices

3 Year Youth Price

15 and under…£87

16 Years…£95

17 Years…£103

3 Year Young Person Price

18 Years…£111

19 Years…£111

20 Years…£111

21 Years…£121

5 Year Youth Price

Under 13 Years…£145

13 Years…£153

14 Years…£153

15 Years…£161

16 Years…£169

17 Years…£177

5 Year Young Person Price

18 Years…£185

19 Years…£195

20 Years…£205

21 Years…£215

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