Canoe Trail

Canoe Trail

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Canoe, Kayak, and Stand Up Paddleboard Hire, expeditions and lessons. Contact us to discuss your plans. See you on the water,
Ash, Rich, and Team

Canoe Trail is a multi award winning family-run business based on the River Great Ouse in Bedford. The team is made up of keen paddlers, at all levels of ability, with each member participating in the various aspects of paddling. We run British canoeing courses from personal paddling awards to instructor training and first aid . We also stock canoes, kayaks and SUP’s and paddling kit for people wa

Photos from Canoe Trail's post 30/08/2026

Through smiles and jackets our amazing paddlers are still out braving the rain and wind!

26/08/2026

✨ Good News Week ✨

We’re proud to have planted over 1,000 trees at our farm site working with the Woodland Trust, along with more than 300m of native hedgerow.

Used for Duke of Edinburgh camps and activity sessions, the site is becoming a richer, more diverse space for wildlife and people to enjoy. We’re passionate about enhancing the landscape, supporting nature, and giving something back for generations to come.

Photos from Canoe Trail's post 25/08/2026

A few teasers from our annual Jurassic sea kayak expedition, we have had chunky waves and well, strong winds but that has not stopped the learning and fun. The team have been amazing with a steep curve to explore sea kayaking. More iconic scenery and paddling for the next two days .

Photos from Canoe Trail's post 25/08/2026

Some of today’s water babies taking to the River Great Ouse to enjoy a cracking day out in canoes, kayaks or SUP’s . Thanks folks and hope to see you back with us soon

25/08/2026

Looking for a FREE fun family day out this week? Join us Wednesday 26th or Thursday 27th August for an adventure filled day of climbing, bushcraft and watersports that the whole family can enjoy!

Make sure to bring a spare change of clothes as you might get wet, and no need to worry about bringing a packed lunch as lunch is provided each day!

📅 Wednesday 26th August / Thursday 27th August
🕙 10am–3pm
📍Kempston Outdoor Centre

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out. Email [email protected] to pre-register (if eligible).

24/08/2026

Ready to give kayaking a go? Join us and start your kayaking journey!

Learn the basics with our step by step beginner course, spread across 3 simple sessions over 3 weeks. You’ll build confidence on the water while learning everything from using your equipment to what to do if you capsize.

📅 Thursdays: 10th, 17th & 24th September
🕡 6:30pm–8pm
📍 Kempston Outdoor Centre

Each session is just 90 minutes, keeping things relaxed and manageable while you build your skills week by week. Once you've completed the 3 lessons, you'll recieve a free half day hire session!

https://www.canoetrail.co.uk/activities/lessons-courses/level-1-intro-to-kayaking-course-3-week-coached-blocks

Photos from Canoe Trail's post 23/08/2026

And to echo yesterday’s cool customers today’s group perhaps a little louder with 3 different birthday parties, SUP safaris , indoor and high ropes climbing as well as bushcraft and Watersports . Tomorrow we look forward to welcoming our Jurassic Coasters for our sea kayak expedition and almost 60 young people completing canoeing Duke of Edinburgh 😉

Photos from Canoe Trail's post 23/08/2026

Cool customers 😉 thanks to Saturdays tribe that enjoyed a sumptuous day on the water with paddle and overnight camps, hour long bimbles and full day excursions . Thanks a million to you all

Photos from Canoe Trail's post 19/08/2026

✨ Social events coming this September and October! ✨

All socials are £29 per person for adults, and £19 for children (under 16). Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult 21+

Sunset Paddle - 24th September, 6:30pm, ages 8+
Paddle to the Pub - 26th September, 1pm, ages 5+
LED Paddle - 15th October, 6:30pm, ages 8+

To book, you can find the social events here:
https://www.canoetrail.co.uk/activities/events

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Location

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Kempston Outdoor Centre, Hillgrounds Road
Bedford
MK428QP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm