Embrace freedom, paddle your own canoe along London's tranquil waterways, gliding past Little Venice, and experiencing urban scenery from an unexpected angle - a unique adventure for 2-3 people.

WHAT’S THIS ALL ABOUT

It was settlers in Canada who first referenced the phrase ‘paddling your own canoe’.

It implies an independence of spirit. So go with the flow, turn your smartphone off, and engage with the canal.

Experience the joy of simply messing about in a boat. You will be on your own for this one. Pick up your canoe and paddle from Ladbroke Grove going at a pace that suits you. Your canoe adventure is somewhat less hazardous than the journey of a Canadian settler as you gently paddle up the Grand Union canal . It may take a bit of time to get into your stroke, but before long you will stop thinking about the paddling and turn your gaze to the scenery. And it is fabulous scenery.


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Enjoy your paddle along Grand Union canal towards Westbourne Park and then up to take in the architecture of Little Venice.  This is London at its most unexpected. Glance into back gardens and private spaces that you never knew existed.

Time yourself for the turnaround as it takes the same amount of minutes to get back, and if you aren’t used to canoeing your arms might be feeling a bit less enthusiastic on the home run…...


ALL IMPORTANT DETAILS

This is a 1 or 2 hour canoe hire (choose in options) from Ladbroke Grove or Brentford Lock. Your canoe fits 2 or 3 people (Ladbroke Grove only). Stop for lunch or bring a picnic!

Note: You are not permitted to navigate the Maida Hill tunnel onto the Regents Canal/London zoo.

UNDER 18's

Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult

HOW DOES IT WORK?

All you have to do is pay for the gift experience you wish to purchase. We’ll send a voucher including booking information to you or directly to the recipient. You or your recipient needs to check the information on the voucher and book your experience date.