
British Canoeing Paddle Awards Overview
Discover the essential pathway to kayaking proficiency with our in-depth guide on British Canoeing’s Paddle Awards. Learn about the Paddle Start, Discover, and Explore awards, including prerequisites, skills

Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly deliver England's finest surf, coasteering and sea kayaking, with golden beaches and hidden coves around every Atlantic headland. Book beginner and improver surf lessons on the famous breaks at Newquay and the north coast, coasteering scrambles along rugged cliffs, stand-up paddleboarding in sheltered estuaries, and guided kayak tours to sea caves and the Scillies. From a first-time taster to a multi-day coastal adventure, South West England's far tip has an operator and a level to suit you.

Join an open group or private surf rafting session in Newquay Harbour with wave riding, coastal exploration and all equipment included from £60pp.
From £ 60

Explore the Cornish coastline on an open group or private raft safari in Newquay with caves, swell zones and guided ocean paddling from £60pp.
From £ 60

Combine rafting and coasteering in Newquay Harbour with guided coastal paddling, cliff jumping, caves and ocean exploration from £65pp.
From £ 65

Take on a raft building challenge in Newquay Harbour with team games, raft races and family-friendly water activities from Cornwall’s coast.
From £ 45