🌊✨ South Wales / Monmouthshire Paddle Adventure – Limited Spaces Available! ✨🌊

About this event

Join us for our first-ever South Wales paddleboarding adventure and discover one of the most beautiful stretches of water in Wales! This is a much-requested event and places are expected to fill quickly, so don't miss your chance to join us for a fun, relaxed, and scenic paddle along the stunning Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal. Whether you've paddled before or are completely new to the sport, this event is designed to be welcoming, social, and beginner-friendly. We'll start with a full safety briefing and gentle warm-up before launching onto the water. Worried about standing up? Don't be! Paddleboarding doesn't have to mean standing. You're very welcome to complete the entire route sitting, kneeling, or standing—whatever feels most comfortable and enjoyable for you. Our aim is for everyone to have a great time at their own pace. An experienced instructor will be on hand throughout the paddle to offer tips, guidance, and encouragement, helping beginners build confidence and enjoy their time on the water. As we glide through the beautiful Welsh countryside, you'll have plenty of opportunities to soak up the views, chat with fellow paddlers, and enjoy a peaceful escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. We'll finish our paddle at the picturesque Goytre Wharf, where you can reward yourself with lunch, coffee, cake, or a refreshing drink at the lovely Penelope's Café. Afterwards, it's a short and easy stroll back along the towpath to the car park. 📍 Meeting Point Canal-side car park (opposite Lapstone Cottage) Lapstone Road, Llanover, NP7 9EL 📅 Date 29th August 🕥 Meet Time 10:45am 🏄 Bring Your Own Board or Hire One of Ours You're welcome to bring your own paddleboard or use one of our hire boards. If you're bringing your own board, please email us beforehand so we know who requires equipment and who doesn't. 🦺 Safety Equipment All paddlers are required to wear a buoyancy aid (BA). These are provided for anyone hiring a board from us. If you're bringing your own board, please bring your own BA. If you don't have one, let us know in advance and we'll do our best to arrange a spare. 👕 What Should I Wear? August is usually warm, so wetsuits are generally unnecessary. We recommend comfortable, quick-drying clothing such as gym wear. Please wear water shoes or suitable footwear, as the canal is shallow in places and there may be stones underfoot. ☀️ What to Expect A relaxed and friendly atmosphere Stunning canal scenery Beginner-friendly instruction and support A chance to meet fellow paddlers Coffee, cake, and lunch opportunities at Goytre Wharf A memorable day out in the Welsh countryside Grab your board, bring your sense of adventure, and come and experience one of South Wales' hidden gems from the water. We can't wait to paddle with you!