Guided Watersports Tour of the River Soar

Paddleboard or kayak your way along The River Soar during this guided watersports tour. You'll learn your chosen watersport with the help of an expert instructor, and take in the scenery.
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Paddleboard or kayak your way along The River Soar during this guided watersports tour. You'll learn your chosen watersport with the help of an expert instructor, and take in the scenery.

Watersports Experience Days: Paddle your way along the River Soar on a kayak or paddleboard during this guided watersports adventure. You’ll learn the basics of your chosen watersport from an expert instructor while you enjoy the gorgeous surroundings!

You’ll begin your experience by collecting your equipment at Proctor’s Park, where you’ll be introduced to your instructor. They’ll guide you along the river for the next few hours, teaching you the basics of your chosen watersport while you enjoy Leicestershire’s largest river. Whether you opt for a kayak or paddleboard, you can enjoy views of the countryside and local wildlife as you glide along with your instructor in tow. Paddle peacefully through bridges, locks and weirs, getting some great exercise as you take in the sights. When you reach the end of your trip, your instructor will guide you back the way you came.

The Guided Watersports Trip on The River Soar is the perfect way to experience the sights of Barrow-On-Soar, Quorn, and Mountsorrel! This day out would make a fun experience gift for anyone who loves the water.

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Availability

This watersports experience in Loughborough is offered most weekends and selected weekdays, March - October. 

If you would like to enquire about a specific date, please feel free to get in touch!

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Requirements

Unfortunately, this is not wheelchair accessible. 

This River Soar activity is suitable for those over the age of 18.

You do not need any previous kayaking experience, but a moderate level of fitness is required.

You will occasionally be required to go under low bridges, which may require you to lie down depending on the water levels. You may also need to carry your kayak short distances. 

Alcohol consumption is discouraged.

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Duration

Experience Duration: 2:00

Time Spent at Venue: 2:15

The watersports tour is approximately 2 hours long. Please arrive 15 minutes early. 

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Group Size & Spectators

Participants: The Guided Watersports Tour of the River Soar is for 1 participant.

Max Group Size: 11

Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes

This River Soar tour is suitable for groups. There will be up to 12 participants on the tour.

Spectators are welcome to watch from the riverbank.

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Where is it Located

Loughborough (Leicestershire)

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What to Wear

You will be equipped with a kayak, buoyancy aid, helmet and paddle.

Please note that there are no changing facilities.

You should wear swimwear with clothing and shoes that you don't mind getting wet, and bring a change of clothes with you. A dry bag and a towel are also advisable. 

Please note that any purchases made at the pub will be at the customer's own expense.

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Weather

This watersports tour takes place in most weather conditions. 

In the event of unsafe weather, this will be rescheduled for a more suitable time. 

Reviews
Stephen Jones - Nottingham
  • 31/01/2020
We had a fantastic day. We'd never been kayaking before but the instructor was really good and made it great fun.
Karsten Mortensen - Castle Donington
  • 12/06/2018
Great day out with knowledgeable and enthusiastic instructor. Highly recommended.
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