We're paddling to Odiham Castle and we'd love for you to join. This is an unforgettable experience as you paddle through history. This ruined castle situated in Hampshire is one of only three fortresses built by King John during his reign. It's said that the site was chosen by King John because it lays halfway between Windsor and Winchester.
Join the Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) community for a day of paddling, skills check, improvers coaching, the great outdoors, and picnic-ing. Providing you with expert coaching from award winning Paddle UK qualified Coaches and leaders at your fingertips! No one misses out on friendly guidance and tuition.
THE ROUTE: Basingstoke Canal | 4 mile (6.5km) paddle
Take in the beautiful scenery as you pass by open fields, tree lined banks, and hopefully spot Hampshire wildlife such as deer, kingfishers, red kites and heron's. Pass Newlyns Farm, then ride under the limbo bridge to reach the castle. A snack & drink break is planned here so you can have some refreshments, take pictures of the ruins or just stretch your legs with a walk around our local piece of history.
Who is this trip for?
Beginner to intermediate.
This is a relative beginner friendly tour starting with an on land briefing, followed by a short refresher lesson to ensure everyone feels comfortable and confident on their board. With easy launching, sheltered waters, and no portaging we should be in for an easy ride.
Whats included
✔️ SUP tour, 3 hours with lovely lunch break at the castle
✔️ Totally unique paddle route
✔️ Opportunity to become part of the SUP community, group social paddle
✔️ Your Basingstoke Canal Day Licence
✔️ Photography
✔️ Friendly and supportive learning environment
✔️ Paddle UK qualified SUP Coaches, Instructors and Leaders at your fingertips! No one misses out on expert guidance and tuition
✔️ If you would like to borrow our kit, that’s no problem, just select this option when you book and we will provide you with a SUP, paddle, buoyancy aid, dry bag, QR belt
✔️Our guided tour will help build your confidence while providing instruction and informal coaching on how to improve strength and stamina, posture, paddle skills and speed
Not included
Food & drink - don't forget to pack plenty of water and a picnic!
FAQ’S
Can I come solo? Absolutely, your future friends are waiting for you.
Do I need my own kit? You are welcome to join with your own paddle board and equipment, or hire ours
Requirements
Fit for a 4 mile (6.5km) paddle
Can get from kneeling to standing on a paddle board, or happy to kneel for part of the duration
Have some existing paddle boarding experience
Can avoid water based obstacles
A confident swimmer, can swim 25 meters unaided
Age requirements? Suitable for ages 16+, however anyone under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied in the session by a parent / legal guardian 21 years and over. No more than 2 under 18’s per guardian.
If you are unsure of the required ability level, please email us to discuss:
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What to bring
What to wear: Weather appropriate clothing for SUP, quick drying active wear / wetsuit & shoes you don't mind getting wet.
Everyone to bring the following; Plenty of bottled water, sun cream, hat, waterproofs, snacks, change of clothes, towel & any medication eg Inhaler/Epipen.
If you're providing your own kit please bring the following: SUP, paddle, buoyancy aid / PFD, quick release waist leash, drybag with change of clothes. (If you are missing any, you can hire these - PFD and Waist Belt is mandatory for all participants)
Equipment hire: We have spare kit, if there's something you're missing you can select it as an add on to hire or contact us in advance to buy. Please select this in the booking process. Full kit hire is also available as an add on. Please message if unsure.
Important Info
If bringing your own kit please arrive AT LEAST 30 MINS EARLY to give time to set up.
Meeting Place: Colt Hill Car Park, Colt Hill, Odiham Hook. Drive past the Waterwitch Pub to the end of the road and turn right. The postcode is incompatible with some SatNavs and may take you to the wrong place. We recommend using the address in Google Maps or What 3 Words: Riverboat.Spell.Speeches
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