Kayaking on uk waterways?

Question

where can i find out what rivers etc i can use my kayak on in the south of uk?

Answer 1

The BCU gives out lists of all rivers , and people that you can phone who will tell you the rivers conditions so its not a wasted trip down there. But i think that yoyu may have to join the BCU

Answer 2

Speak to yer local canoe club down there, or join the BCU

Answer 3

As far as I know, you can have a paddle anywhere that's not private property. Property boundaries sometimes cross small streams, and you can still get done for criminal trespass even if you're on the water.

Also I'd steer clear of main shipping channels in estuaries if I were you. Freighters and tankers won't even see you, never mind avoid you.

Try your local council or water authority for what's on- and off-limits in your local rivers. Failing that, the British Canoe Union (BCU) might be able to help.