This Saturday we will run a session on the River at Horbury Junction.

Events for this weekend have been added to the Calendar

River/Taster sessions:

10.00 – 12.00         

The above times are START of session times so please ensure you arrive early enough to get changed, kitted out and ready to get on the water at the time above.

We have a limited number of SUP’s for use – if you would like to use a SUP please book the session you require and then follow the link to request a SUP.

Please ensure you are kitted out correctly with a change of clothes and suitable footwear – wetsuit shoes or pumps, trainers are too bulky. The weather is getting colder now and the water is cooling down quickly so please ensure you have adequate clothing and a change of clothes. We have a limited number of wetsuits available on a first come basis but can’t guarantee availability.

The café at the river is open 9am – 1pm so if you want a sandwich you can grab a butty before getting on the water.

The cost for borrowing equipment is £10.00 per person for any session but is included in the Taster session cost.  

Anyone who has not paddled with the club before MUST complete a taster session before joining regular sessions, this allows us to assess any new members and run over club safety procedure’s etc. Taster sessions MUST be booked on the website at £15 per session

We are please to annouce we are able to return to Pugneys Country Park. Events for this weekend have been added to the Calendar

A morning paddling session open to members who want a gentle paddle around the lake.  We have a selection of boats available including Kayaks, Sit on tops and open Canadian canoes for members to use.

Members with their own kit can come along for the session – unfortunately at the moment the use of paddle boards is not permitted on Pugneys.

For current up-to-date information about current amenities at Pugneys, see the page below:
https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/sport-health-and-leisure/leisure-centres-and-facilities/pugneys-country-park

Depending on the wishes of the group and the weather, we can either paddle around the lake or stay in the sheltered area.

Costs are £10.00 per person including equipment per session or £6 if you have your own equipment.

Postcode for SatNav is WF2 7EQ

River Session on the River Calder

On the 1st April, are are running a session and only for club members who have most of their own kit, we’ll be cleaning and sorting out the kit in the container, although you can borrow equipment if you need.

We are not running any taster sessions this week due to the cleaning/sorting of kit, however we will be looking to start offering these sessions in a week or two – look out for updates.

More details on the calendar

Members Cruise on the River Calder

Spring Summer Season

As the weather gets warmer, and the river season comes to an end, we are preparing to recommence our sessions at both Pugneys lake and the River Calder.

This year we plan to pencil in members only sessions on some saturdays for paddles away from our usual locations, suitable to all, in addition to moving water sessions to rivers or man made courses where availiable.

This year we will plan the sessions in the calendar, so all club members can see in advance. Booking will be enabled a week prior to the event date.

Club Trips!

Dont forget, we also have our Wales Weekend and Slenningford weekend trips away

More details on the calendar

All

Due to high river levels and persistent heavy rain predicted in the area throughout the night, the club coaches and leaders have made the decision not to paddle at slenningford watermill on New Years Day, opting to move our new years paddle to the same location the following week.

We have updated the event page to now paddle on the 7th of January 2023.

We’re sorry for any disappointment caused, but we didnt want to cause wasted trips on the day. Paddler safety is paramount.

New Years Paddle – Slenningford Watermill

As per club tradition, on New Years Day paddle we will padleagain this year. We’ll be paddling the River Ure from Mickley to Sleningford Watermill.

More details on the route we’ll be taking are here:

https://www.ukriversguidebook.co.uk/rivers/england/north-east/river-ure-hack-falls-to-west-tanfield

Conditions will be expectedly very cold, both on and off the water, so it is imperative you are dressed appropriately for the environment. A proper wetsuit and CAG Jacket or dry suit with underlayers will be required.

We are monitoring the river levels very closely, however at the minim required levels the trip will not be suitable to beginners to moving water. At higher levels, the club will make a decision on individual competency.

Please note: There is a £6 charge per paddler paid to the site on arrival (for parking and maintenance of the river at the campsite). Payment by cash only, as the office is closed on the day we are paddling.

Please book online (below) to confirm your attendance.

New Years Paddle – Slenningford Watermill

For those paddlers looking to paddle with us on the Wharf next Saturday (3rd December), we are planning on meeting at Linton Falls Car Park (BD23 6BQ).

Please ensure you have booked onto the event.

Please note, depending on river leves, we may revise the meeting point closer to the time.

River Trip – River Wharf