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Events Calendar

Welcome to our events calendar where we list social events, courses and trips we are running alongside our standard hire, paddle and camp trips which are available most days throughout the season. If you have a private trip or group in mind or can't find what you are looking for then please email us so we can help.

Intro to Moving Water (white water) course in Matlock for canoe and kayak

Kempston Outdoor Centre, Kempston, MK42 8QP England, United Kingdom
  • Event Start:
    11/10/2025 9:00 am
  • Event End:
    11/10/2025 3:30 pm

Event Details

 This intro to white water canoeing and kayaking on moving water (whitewater) is the pinnacle of paddlesport, allowing participants to have fun, improve technique & prepare for faster-flowing rivers around the UK.

Matlock nestled in the Peak District with its River Derwent is a delightful winding river with small riffles and rapids perfect to learn white water skills. The trip finishes at Matlock Bath with the sort slalom course rapids.

It is led on our white water venue by experienced white water coaches providing support to help participants develop their skills.

Location: Kempston Outdoor Centre

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Sophie (Fun 4 Young People)
5 stars

We have used Canoe Trail for many years. Run by fantastic people with some great activities on offer. Highly recommend.

Michael (Goldington Academy)
5 stars

Regularly use Canoe Trail for DofE and our School outdoor adventure trips. Professional to deal with and an amazing team of instructors.

Gemma
5 stars

Highly recommend Canoe Trail whether you’re looking to improve your paddling or just a fun family day out on one of the river trails.

Matthew
5 stars

Just returned from a week in Scotland with Canoe Trail. It was one of the best organised trips I have done. The team were awesome, great instruction with loads of patience for those new to paddling.