Bushcraft Show Adventure Zone 2026

Bushcraft Show 2026 and Canoe Trail are proud to present the Canoe Trail Adventure Zone Join us again at the iconic Stanford Hall, in the heart of the Midlands for an adventure activities and w…

Level: Grade 0 - This means it is a flat paddle and should be within most people’s abilities.

Book online to get the discounted prices
Early Bird Offer £6 (during 2025) Standard Price £8 in advance online Activity Tokens or £9 at the event

Bank Holiday 22nd to 25th May 2026
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights

Enjoy watersports and adventure activities at the Canoe Trail Adventure Zone at the Bushcraft Show

What's Included

Craft
Buoyancy Aid
Bank Based Briefing
Paddles
Professional Coaches
Activity Equipment

We also have some back support for those with back problems

Canoe Trail have supported and sponsored the Bushcraft Show for almost a decade and Rich is the former editor of the Bushcraft and Survival Skills Magazine. This year we are launching the new Canoe Trail Adventure Zone to add new activities to the Bushcraft Show.

Activities In the Canoe Trail Adventure Zone

Canoeing - head out for a 20 minute paddle
Kayaking - head out for 20 minutes of paddling
Stand Up Paddle Boarding - head out for 20 minutes of SUP action
Zorbing - One token provides a lung busting 6 minutes of hamster time!
Climbing Wall - One token gives 3 climbs
Axe Throwing - 9 axes per token to practice your viking range skills
Archey - one token is 30 minutes of archery and tuition

Suitable for families, kids and adults alike.

Adventure Stage

Back for 2026 we have a host of incredible inspirational speakers from Olympians to Adventures sharing tales from the trail and sharing big dreams

Activities and races

Stand Up Paddle Board Prone Race (Saturday)

Cardboard box boat race (Sunday)

Dates

22nd to 25th May 2025

Timings

10am to 5pm each day

Price

Early Bird Discount Offer Just £6 (available in 2025)

£8 in advance online Activity Tokens or £9 at the event

Refreshments

Canoe and Brew Lakeside cafe and bar from 10am through to 7pm each day

Bushcraft Show DATES: 22nd to 25th May 2026

Early Bird Discount £6 (Available during 2025)

Tickets £9 on the Day £8 in advance | Time 10:00 to 17:00 | Location Stamford Hall,

Book early to get the discounted price

Hire FAQ's

What's the difference between a kayak and a canoe?

If you're not sure of what each craft is, then read our guide here.

Are the trips guided?

There are no guides or instructors needed for hire. This is simply a hire where you paddle out and back to our launch point. We recommend our preferred route, however, you are free-range and able to explore the river.

What if it rains?

Unless you hear from us then your booking will run on the day agreed. Canoe Trail runs watersports, paddling, and adventurous activities throughout the year with people enjoying the river and our woodland campsite during the different seasons. On rare occasions (it only happens a couple of times a year) we may move or change your booking. This will be in freak weather conditions such as extremely high river flows in spate or during heavy storms with lightning. You can read our full FAQ here.

How does the booking process work?

We use a live booking system that will assign you the relevant craft and resources. Once you have confirmed your booking date, it is not then transferable and non-refundable in the same way you book an airline seat. Bookings are to be paid in full at the time of booking and are non-refundable. There will be no refunds for early returns, poor weather, or non-usage as per our general terms & conditions.