Below is our interactive club calendar, which shows upcoming events for training courses and trips and expeditions, as well as upcoming social events. For more information on planned events, visit our Trips and Training pages.

We also run regular training sessions throughout the year:
Tuesday Mornings – Discover & Explore courses dependent on coach availability
Tuesday Mornings – coach supported recreational paddling
Tuesday Race training – 5:30 pm on the water – all year – Training Coordinator
Thursday evening (April – October) – 5:45 – Touring skills development
Thursday Race training – 5:30 pm on the water – all year – Training Coordinator
Saturday Race training – 9.00 am on the water except Hare and Hounds Days (usually the third Saturday of the month) – Training Coordinator

Paddlesport and Adult Courses
Tuesday evenings Adult courses Discover & Explore further information: – Training Coordinator

Jan
5
Sun
2020
Barle River – New Year Whitewater Day Trip @ River Barle
Jan 5 all-day

See in the New Year with this grade 2 whitewater day trip down the Barle. This is an ideal follow-on trip for paddlers after the Yat or Shepperton, for anyone wanting to refresh skills, blow the cobwebs away or enjoy a day on the river in fab scenery. Contact Paul Jeffs for more information.

Jan
11
Sat
2020
Usk Whitewater River Day Trip @ South Wales
Jan 11 all-day

Now a day trip (was originally planned for weekend) choosing the best of the Usk on the day. Grades 2-2(3). We will choose the river and section depending on paddler abilities and water levels. Ideal for paddlers who have previously paddled the Barle, done an intro at the Yat, as well as more experienced paddlers wishing to wash the cobwebs off their paddles. Contact Paul Jeffs for more details.

Jan
12
Sun
2020
Wey Winter Hare & Hounds @ Wey CC
Jan 12 all-day
Jan
18
Sat
2020
B3C Hare and Hounds @ Canal Centre, Mytchett
Jan 18 @ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

 

2, 4 and 6 mile courses

Jan
26
Sun
2020
Wey Winter Hare & Hounds @ Wey CC
Jan 26 all-day
Feb
4
Tue
2020
Canal Pub Paddle – Mytchett to Fox and Hounds Fleet @ Basingstoke Canal
Feb 4 all-day

Join Rick Covell, our Paddlesport Leader, for a paddle on the Basingstoke Canal from Mytchett (Canal Centre) to the Fox and Hounds in Fleet.  Meet on the water at 09h30 and paddle to Fleet arriving in time for last orders at 13h00. Just over 9 miles. Rick will use the trailer to return kayaks to Mytchett. Contact Rick at Rick.covell@ntlworld.com for more info.

Feb
8
Sat
2020
Canal Pub Paddle 2 – Mytchett to Fox and Hounds Fleet @ Basingstoke Canal
Feb 8 all-day

Join Rick Covell, our Paddlesport Leader, for a paddle on the Basingstoke Canal from Mytchett (Canal Centre) to the Fox and Hounds in Fleet.  Meet on the water at 09h30 and paddle to Fleet arriving in time for last orders at 13h00. Just over 9 miles. Rick will use the trailer to return kayaks to Mytchett. Contact Rick at Rick.covell@ntlworld.com for more info.

Feb
9
Sun
2020
Welsh Whitewater River Day Trip @ South Wales
Feb 9 all-day

Day river trip, choosing the best of South Wales on the day. Grades 2-3, Usk, Upper Wye, Lower Irfon…  We will choose the river and section depending on paddler abilities and water levels. May switch to Dartmoor depending on levels. Contact Paul Jeffs for more details.

Wey Winter Hare & Hounds @ Wey CC
Feb 9 all-day
Feb
15
Sat
2020
B3C Hare and Hounds @ Canal Centre, Mytchett
Feb 15 @ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

 

2, 4 and 6 mile courses

Feb
16
Sun
2020
Watersides A – Great Bedwyn to Newbury @ Great Bedwyn
Feb 16 all-day

https://www.watersideseries.org.uk/

Watersides A – Great Bedwyn to Newbury. 13.5 miles and 21 portages

 

Feb
18
Tue
2020
British Canoeing AGM, Conference and Award @ Eastwood Hall, Mansfield Rd, Eastwood, Nottingham
Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM – 11:38 PM
Feb
23
Sun
2020
Thameside 1 @ Aldermaston to Reading
Feb 23 all-day
Welsh Whitewater River Day Trip – Upper Wye or Lower Irfon @ South Wales
Feb 23 all-day

Day river trip, choosing the best of South Wales on the day but aiming for one oi the grade 2 or grade 2(3) rivers around Builth Wells.  We will choose the river and section depending on paddler abilities and water levels. Contact Paul Jeffs for more details.

Mar
1
Sun
2020
Waterside B
Mar 1 all-day

Newbury to Aldermaston & back. 17½ miles including 19 portages

https://www.watersideseries.org.uk/

Mar
7
Sat
2020
BCCC Video Shoot
Mar 7 @ 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

A British Canoeing video crew will be onsite on Saturday 7th March to shoot a short profile of our club.  This will be shown at the BC awards night, where we will be awarded Volunteers Club of the Year. To make the best impression, we need as many people on the water as possible.  Please put this date in your diary and do plan on putting a boat on the water at the club on the 7th. Our award celebrates the breadth of disciplines we offer, so any boat type that you are competent to paddle would be much appreciated.  Session organisers… if there is any possibility that you could do a special/extra session on 7th March, that would also be very much appreciated (let me know if you are planning something).  Club colours if you possess them would also be highly desirable.  9.30am is our usual start time but feel free to turn up later if that’s more palatable.

If you want to be on the water on the 7th but do not wish to be included in the video, please let me know.

Bill

Mar
8
Sun
2020
Dartmoor River Day Trip – Dart Loop or Similar @ Dartmoor
Mar 8 all-day

Day river trip, choosing the best of Dartmoor on the day but likely to be the Dart Loop grade 2(3). We will choose the river and section depending on paddler abilities and water levels. Contact Paul Jeffs for more details.

Thameside 2 @ Reading to Marlow
Mar 8 all-day
Mar
15
Sun
2020
Waterside C
Mar 15 all-day

 

Pewsey to Newbury 23 miles 35 portages

https://www.watersideseries.org.uk/

Mar
21
Sat
2020
Hurley 31 Paddlesports Festival @ Hurley Weir
Mar 21 – Mar 22 all-day

https://hurley.thehurleyfoundation.co.uk/register/

 

The competitive side of playboating is called freestyle kayaking. The oldest and biggest freestyle kayaking festival in the world on Hurley Weir.   There are workshops, live coaching, trade stands, and lectures – plenty to get involved in.

Welsh Whitewater River Day Trip – Upper Wye or Lower Irfon (replaces Dartmoor Trip 2) @ Dartmoor
Mar 21 all-day

Day river trip, choosing the best of South Wales on the day but aiming for one oi the grade 2 or grade 2(3) rivers around Builth Wells. Paul is promising to show us some stretches of river that you may not have seen before. We will choose the river and section depending on paddler abilities and water levels. Contact Paul Jeffs for more details.

B3C Hare and Hounds @ Canal Centre, Mytchett
Mar 21 @ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

 

2, 4 and 6 mile courses

Mar
29
Sun
2020
Waterside D
Mar 29 all-day
Apr
4
Sat
2020
BCCC Canoeing Taster Sessions! @ Canal Centre
Apr 4 @ 10:30 AM

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

 

Apr
18
Sat
2020
B3C Hare and Hounds @ Canal Centre, Mytchett
Apr 18 @ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

 

2, 4 and 6 mile courses

May
2
Sat
2020
BCCC Canoeing Taster Sessions! @ Canal Centre
May 2 @ 10:30 AM

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

 

May
3
Sun
2020
Wey Hasler
May 3 all-day

Generally on the sheltered water of the River Wey. There are many portages, so spray decks are not required. The Wey is a winding river and navigation. Very good for tactical racing.

http://www.weykayak.co.uk/

May
9
Sat
2020
Richmond Hasler
May 9 all-day

he Richmond Hasler Marathon is held from Ham House Car Park, and not from Richmond Canoe Club due to lack of parking at the club. The river is semi Tidal. Due to the time of year there usually is not much flow. RIC provide safety cover BUT paddlers should be competent at rescuing themselves in moving water. http://www.richmondcanoeclub.com

May
10
Sun
2020
B3C Hasler
May 10 all-day

The B3C Hasler marks the start of the Southern Regional Hasler season after the winter break.

 

May
16
Sat
2020
B3C Hare and Hounds @ Canal Centre, Mytchett
May 16 @ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

 

2, 4 and 6 mile courses

May
17
Sun
2020
Dart Estuary (Totnes) Hasler
May 17 all-day

The race is held on the Dart Estuary starting from Totnes Rowing Club. The Estuary is wide and open with gently banking sides. No portages. It will be held at high tide so any flows will be gentle.

Run by Exeter Canoe Club

May
24
Sun
2020
Reading Hasler
May 24 all-day

http://www.reading-canoe.org.ukA circuit race on the River Thames, normal Hasler distances. A natural beach as well as a pontoon false portage will be used. River traffic to be expected. Hot food and showers are available in club house. Ample free parking in field.

May
30
Sat
2020
Colwyn Bay Blast Ocean Racing GB
May 30 all-day

Ocean Race – Not a Marathon Race Entry Level – depending on Conditions Running from Porth Eirias Watersports Centre, Colwyn Bay (see map below), there is ample parking, changing facilities, showers & onsite restaurant café & bar as well as safety cover on the water throughout the event.

 

May
31
Sun
2020
Hastings 1066 Hasler
May 31 all-day

A Hasler ranking event on the River Medway, starting and ending at Tonbridge Canoe Club. The river is narrow and slow flowing with numerous portages, depending on the race distance.All K1 and K2 divisions are included, so the event is suitable for all abilities.

 

Jun
6
Sat
2020
Conwy Ascent
Jun 6 all-day

15km upstream race or tour on the incoming tide from Conwy to Dolgarrog. This is an open estuary race where the current is strong and the conditions can be rough. All paddlers must wear a buoyancy aid and all boats must have adequate buoyancy for the conditions. We recommend an ability cut off level at Division 7 but experience of similar conditions is more important:

http://www.dcpaddlers.co.uk/conwy_ascent/

BCCC Canoeing Taster Sessions! @ Canal Centre
Jun 6 @ 10:30 AM

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

 

Jun
14
Sun
2020
Thames Valley Hasler Circuit Race
Jun 14 all-day

The race is a circuit, based on the river Thames alongside Thames Valley Country Park, Reading It is suitable for all levels and includes a portage for higher level races.

http://www.wokinghamcanoeclub.co.uk

Jun
16
Tue
2020
Upper Thames – Lechlade to Tadpole Bridge River Trip @ Lechlade on Thames
Jun 16 all-day

Join Anne and Brian Biffin for this river trip. Minimum Discover standard or equivalent. Contact Brian for more info and to reserve your place.

Jun
20
Sat
2020
B3C Hare and Hounds @ Canal Centre, Mytchett
Jun 20 @ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

 

2, 4 and 6 mile courses

Jun
21
Sun
2020
Southampton Hasler @ Southampton
Jun 21 all-day

he race takes place on the River Itchen which is tidal. Dependant on conditions spray decks and buoyancy aids would be required. The lightning course takes place over a sheltered stretch of water. In past years there hasn’t been a portage. Safety cover is always provided with a number of ribs providing support over the course.

http://www.southamptoncc.co.uk

Jun
23
Tue
2020
Upper Thames Part Two – Tadpole Bridge to Bablock Hythe River Trip @ Lechlade on Thames
Jun 23 all-day

Join Anne and Brian Biffin for this river trip. Minimum Discover standard or equivalent. Contact Brian for more info and to reserve your place.

Jun
28
Sun
2020
Oxford Midsummer Hasler
Jun 28 all-day

This is a standard Hasler race set on a broad and beautiful stretch of the River Thames. The course (suitable for all paddlers from novice to international) winds from the dreaming spires of Oxford down through the gentle rolling countryside of Oxfordshire, and back to the start. Spectators can stroll along the towpath – taking in the race, the punts the occasional pleasure cruiser and our world-famous rowers.

http://www.falconrcc.co.uk

Jul
4
Sat
2020
BCCC Canoeing Taster Sessions! @ Canal Centre
Jul 4 @ 10:30 AM

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

 

Jul
5
Sun
2020
Hilbre Island Sea Kayak Race @ Dee Sailing CLub
Jul 5 all-day

Sea Kayak race around Hilbre Island on the mouth of the River Dee Estuary

West Kirby Race (4Km) – Any class of craft, novice padders and Juniors (under 16), SUPs.
Little Eye Race (9Km) – Fast touring boats, Doubles and racing SUPs
Hilbre Race (13Km) – Sea Kayaks, Ladies Sea Kayaks, Tandem Sea kayaks, Racing Surf Skis, High-performance Sea Kayaks and new for this year team of 3 sea kayaks (Must paddle and finish together)

https://www.liverpoolcanoeclub.co.uk/hilbre/

Jul
11
Sat
2020
National Canoe Marathon Championships.
Jul 11 – Jul 12 all-day

This year will be hosted by Reading Canoe Club

Studland Bay Sea Kayak Trip (Old Harry Rocks) @ Studland Bay
Jul 11 all-day

Join Anne and Brian Biffin for this sea kayak trip. Minimum Explore standard or equivalent. Contact Brian for more info and to reserve your place.

Jul
18
Sat
2020
Medway Inland River Paddle @ Medway
Jul 18 all-day

Join Anne and Brian Biffin for this inland kayak or open-boat trip. Minimum Explore standard or equivalent. Contact Brian for more info and to reserve your place.

B3C Hare and Hounds @ Canal Centre, Mytchett
Jul 18 @ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

 

2, 4 and 6 mile courses