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We took some of the juniors from our canoe club for a two day whitewater introduction. They had done lots of previous pool paddling and a couple of trips on the canal previously.

We were very lucky to have Devan as our coach for the weekend. A couple of the kids were quite nervous after a few swims on the Saturday, and he gradually built up their confidence and took them through the course, section by section on the Sunday, including doing some surfing where they also got to practise their bracing in a nice shallow part of the course. At the end of the weekend, they paddled the whole course independently, and were all buzzing with excitement when they left (and talking about buying kayaks etc, sorry parents!!).

If you have a junior section who want to learn whitewater, I recommend that you request Devan as all the kids thought he was absolutely brilliant and he had exactly the...

This place has suffered its fair share of bad luck, the flooding last year bought its problems and the knock on effects were seen with the pump. We were there to lend a hand on one of those weekends because this is an amazing resource on our doorstep - to be proud of. The new pump was installed yesterday and was running today (2 pumps hurrah!). Elliot (bless him) was also there raking out weed to keep that flow running. It will all sort itself out soon (the weed) and I feel this is a turning point ! On the hottest day of the year, went me and son went for a paddle and it was ace (loads of fun!) So, if you are local - get down there and lets get using it again - a brilliant resource - run by people who really care. Support local - as they say. Massive thanks for the team - as this really has...

Really fun white water rafting session, I would say its a beginners kind of course as not too fast or difficult but also safe and under control. It was our first time white water rafting so was the perfect introduction and does have some thrill seeking opportunities. The staff were fantastic and catered for everyone, we had a very mixed group and everyone had a chance to have a go at things they wanted to do. Both instructors were enthusiastic and knowledgeable and made it a comfortable and fun environment. Optional chances to get in the water as well as 3 runs of the course in the raft so a full 2 hour experience. All equipment provided was in good condition and clean, facilities are basic but have what you need, changing areas and showers etc. Would recommend...