Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show 2026 Activities with Canoe Trail

Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show 2026 Activities with Canoe Trail We are proud to be backl at the NEC working as a key partner with the CCMS at Birmingham NEC running a range of different adventu…

Level: Grade 0 - Pool Area

Book online to get the discounted prices
Large national Show With multiple hals
Book tickets to the event via the website

17th to 22nd February 2026
10am to 6pm
Duration: 6 days

Enjoy watersports and adventure activities the 2026 Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show

What's Included

Craft
Buoyancy Aid
Bank Based Briefing
Paddles
Helmet
Professional Coaches
Activity Equipment

Canoe Trail have supported the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show for over a decade with different activities including castle themed climbing walls, pool sessions with kayaks and SUP's, axe throwing, adventure talks, bushcraft stages and more.

Discount Code for Our Canoe, Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board Hire and Wild Camping on our Canoe and Camp River Journeys

Code "CCMS26" to Save 20% off hire and camping bookings

Save 20% off our hire of canoes, kayaks and stand up paddle boards at our bases at Kempston and Bedford on the River Great Ouse. We run Kempston Outdoor Centre with a high ropes course, indoor and outdoor climbing, National Governing Body qualifications and watersports courses as well as expeditions across the UK and overseas with Bucket List Trips.

We work closely with schools, scouts, CCF groups and other youth charities providing activities for over 6000 young people per year with activity camps, courses and Duke of Edinburgh Award Expeditions. We have a private woodland based on the River Great Ouse for paddle and camp trips which was voted Top 52 Things to do in the World by Lonely Planet for families and Top 3 UK Destinations for SUP adventures by Red Bull Magazine.

Activities running in 2026

Pool Area

Kayaking - head out on the pool on our sit on top kayaks (tandem and solo craft available)
Stand Up Paddle Boarding - Enjoy a SUP action on the pool (the world's fastest growing watersport) - kneeling only as on the pool

We have changing rooms but participants will need to book in and register at the pool and bring a change of clothes as you may get slightly damp.

Climbing and Bouldering Wall

Tackle the big climb on the climbing wall with auto belays and a belay station for smaller kids with an instructor on the belay. We also have a bouldering wall with an option to practice climbing skills with thick matting underneath. Situated at the beach area.

Suitable for all ages

Axe Throwing

Have a go at Axe Throwing the popular outdoor activity. Learn range skills with the experts. Situated at the Bushcraft and Cooking Stage

Bushcraft and Cooking Stage

Canoe Trail are supporting our great friend Andrew Dickens and Jonny Young with expert talks and demonstrations combining bushcraft, citizen science and outdoor skills. There are also animal encouters with Jonny Young and live cooking demos for polishing your BBQ skills with Andrew Dickens. Canoe Trail's Richard Harpham FRGS (former editor of the Bushcraft Magazine and professional adventurer) and Kevin Palmer (Expedition leader, Bushcraft Expert and Professional of Outdoor Learning).

Dates

17th to 22nd February 2026

Timings

10am to 6pm each day

Discount Code for 20% discount on Hire and camping trips CCMS26

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.