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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.

Monday. 07 September, 2026 - Sunday. 13 September, 2026
Week 37
Saturday. 12 September, 2026
8:45 am

British Canoeing Paddle UK Paddle Sports Instructor Course - Day 1

Kempston Outdoor Centre

The course aims to allow the participants to experience a range of equipment, and to teach/coach the participant in ways to use the equipment as well as improvised systems.

The British Canoeing (Paddle UK) Paddle Sports Instructor (PSI) course is an entry-level qualification. Suitable for ages 14+. Next available dates: 12th-13th September 2026

Paddle Sport Instructor course enables you to lead and coach beginner sessions on very sheltered water.
Options: Can be completed on Canoe, Kayak or Paddleboard

Sunday. 13 September, 2026
8:45 am

British Canoeing Paddle UK Paddle Sports Instructor Course - Day 2

Kempston Outdoor Centre

The course aims to allow the participants to experience a range of equipment, and to teach/coach the participant in ways to use the equipment as well as improvised systems.

The British Canoeing (Paddle UK) Paddle Sports Instructor (PSI) course is an entry-level qualification. Suitable for ages 14+. Next available dates: 12th-13th September 2026

Paddle Sport Instructor course enables you to lead and coach beginner sessions on very sheltered water.
Options: Can be completed on Canoe, Kayak or Paddleboard

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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.