★ TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice
Aerial view of the meandering River Severn between Hampton Loade and Upper Arley, running left to right through green Shropshire countryside with canoes and paddleboards on the water
Family-run since 2012

Canoe, kayak & paddleboardon the River Severn

What can I book?
Canoes, kayaks & paddleboards
How much?
From £20 per person
Where from?
Bridgnorth & Kinver Canal
How long?
From 1.5 hours to all day
Our trips

Let's find the right boat for your day

Three ways to get on the water. Every trip is suitable for first-timers, and everything you need is included.

Trips & prices

Choose your trip

All trips include everything you need — boat, buoyancy aids, paddles, dry bag, safety briefing and shuttle back to your car at the end. Suitable for first-timers, families, couples, and groups.

Open canoe on the River Severn near BridgnorthCanoe hire

River Severn Canoe Trip

Our most popular trip. Self-guided open-canoe journey down the UK's longest river. Pubs and picnic spots along the way.

Starts
Bridgnorth → Hampton Loade, Arley or Bewdley
Duration
3 – 7 hours
Best for
Best for families, couples, friends
From
£35per person
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Kayak on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire canal at KinverKayak hire

Kinver Canal Kayak

Stable sit-on-top kayaks on the calm, traffic-free Staffs & Worcs Canal. Perfect first paddle for children and beginners.

Starts
The Vine Inn, Kinver
Duration
1.5 – 3 hours
Best for
Best for first-timers and families with younger children
From
£20per person
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Stand-up paddleboarder on the River SevernPaddleboard hire

Paddleboard Sessions

Guided stand-up paddleboard sessions on quieter stretches of the Severn. Boards, leashes and a friendly instructor included.

Starts
Bridgnorth
Duration
2 hours
Best for
Best for adults and confident teens
From
£45per person
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How it works

Plan your day on the water

Booking is straightforward. Here's exactly what to expect.

1

Pick your trip

Choose canoe, kayak or paddleboard. Each trip has a clear price, duration and meeting point.

2

Book online

Secure online booking in a couple of minutes. Or give us a call — we're happy to help.

3

Meet at the river

Arrive at the launch point. We kit you out with everything you need and run through a friendly safety briefing.

4

Paddle & relax

Enjoy the river at your own pace. When you finish, we shuttle you back to your car.

Prices

Clear prices, no surprises

All prices include kit, safety briefing and shuttle back to your car. Group and family discounts available — just ask.

TripFrom
Bridgnorth → Hampton Loade
Canoe
£35pp
Bridgnorth → Arley
Canoe
£40pp
Bridgnorth → Bewdley
Canoe
£45pp
Kinver Canal Kayak
Kayak
£20pp
Paddleboard Session
SUP
£45pp
Family launching a canoe on the River Severn
About us

A family-run business on the River Severn since 2012

We're a small, family team based in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. We've been running canoe, kayak and paddleboard hire on the River Severn and the Kinver Canal for over a decade.

Our customers are families, couples, friends and groups visiting Shropshire and Worcestershire for a memorable day outdoors. We're not a luxury retreat or an expedition company — just friendly local people who love getting people out on the water.

  • All kit included
  • Friendly safety briefing
  • Shuttle back to your car
  • British Canoeing trained
  • Family & dog friendly
  • Hen & stag groups welcome
Reviews

What our customers say

★★★★★4.9 / 5 · TripAdvisor
★★★★★
"Absolutely brilliant day. The team were really friendly, the kit was top notch and the river was stunning. The kids loved it."
James W.
Family of 5 · Bridgnorth → Arley
★★★★★
"Easy to book and very well organised. A perfect first paddle for our children on the Kinver canal."
Priya S.
Kinver Canal Kayak
★★★★★
"Great hen do activity. We had a brilliant afternoon on the Severn and the staff couldn't have been more helpful."
Hannah B.
Hen group · Bridgnorth
River Severn Canoes gift voucher
Gift vouchers

The perfect gift for adventure lovers

Gift vouchers can be used for any canoe, kayak or paddleboard trip. Great for birthdays, Father's Day, Mother's Day or just to say thank you.

  • From £25
  • Delivered instantly by email
  • Valid for 12 months
  • Use against any trip

Ready to plan your day on the water?

Book online in a couple of minutes, or give us a call. We're a real family at the end of the phone, happy to help you pick the right trip.