This is an inspiring, high quality guidebook for the South East of England. It is written for the recreational, non-specialist paddler and the trips are suitable for all kinds of canoes, kayaks, sit-on-tops and inflatables. The guidebook will also be useful for group leaders planning organised trips. This family-friendly guide features 26 easy but interesting paddling trips, mostly 1-3 hours long, within an hour or two of London. They provide good access and parking, include pubs and tea shops; castles and camping; and, canoe and kayak hire. This title is produced in association with Canoe England. All trips are thoroughly researched, selected, and tested by Peter Knowles.
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Peter Knowles is a world renowned expedition kayaker who has written and produced many popular and successful guide books.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By R. King
Format:Paperback
This is an excellent book. I have just purchased an advanced elements inflatable kayak and this book is the perfect companion. there are simply loads of trips and lots of helpful information about licensing the boat too, saved loads of money by joining the bcu rather than paying for separate licences on the various waterways. I recomend this book to anyone wanting to take kayak / canoe trips in the south east
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have been inspired by the author, Peter Knowles over almost thirty years to paddle on various rivers round the world. I have done many of the paddles mentioned in this Pub Paddles book. The book is lavishley illustrated with accurate maps and descriptions. I was glad to see fluffy gets a bit of a look in, it would be nice to see more of the old bird.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Mal Grey
Format:Paperback
I recently received my copy of Pub Paddles. What an excellent book this is. Possibly the best laid out, best written & clearest guide book I have come across, not just compared to other canoe guides, but compared to many walking guides, climbing guides & other such publications.
The routes are well chosen, & despite being "pub based", the pub is not the main focus. Indeed some of the trips are relatively adventurous, but still appropriate for almost any paddler, & the appreciation of the water & surroundings shines through. Even though I've paddled many of the routes myself, there is still plenty of new information for me, be it alternative routes, historical titbits or local information on other things to see & do. Even highly experienced canoeists will find new interest & ideas from reading it.
With clear tips, directions, recommendations for alternative trips in the area & of course a list of all the nearby pubs, this is immediately the definitive guide to canoeing the waterways of the south of England.
The routes are well chosen, & despite being "pub based", the pub is not the main focus. Indeed some of the trips are relatively adventurous, but still appropriate for almost any paddler, & the appreciation of the water & surroundings shines through. Even though I've paddled many of the routes myself, there is still plenty of new information for me, be it alternative routes, historical titbits or local information on other things to see & do. Even highly experienced canoeists will find new interest & ideas from reading it.
With clear tips, directions, recommendations for alternative trips in the area & of course a list of all the nearby pubs, this is immediately the definitive guide to canoeing the waterways of the south of England.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Useful and detailed
We haven't tried any of these routes as yet but the information in the book is really useful in terms of planning a day out. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Jane
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great buy with sound advice
The book is more than pub paddles but it unlocks a whole set of interesting places to visit and gives the novice paddler the confidence to travel those routes. Read more
Published 17 days ago by jimbowadge
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very useful for beginners
We got this book as we have just bought a sit on top kayak and also had some sessions with other kayaks and open canoes. It is just what we need. Read more
Published 8 months ago by JoBi
1.0 out of 5 stars
South East not South
Maybe I should have read the reviews. I was disappointed to find that the best short canoe trips only seem to be in the SOUTH EAST not the South of England.
Published 18 months ago by Mrs C
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent guide for all types of kayakers
A very colourful and useful addition to your bookshelf!
If you intend to paddle any of the main rivers in the southeast and you are looking for information on them, this is... Read more
If you intend to paddle any of the main rivers in the southeast and you are looking for information on them, this is... Read more
Published 19 months ago by davey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
A must buy for canoeists. Mostly concentrates along the M4 corridor.
Wish there was a book like this for Wales
Wish there was a book like this for Wales
Published 22 months ago by Canoefan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great little book
A superb book, well set out with all the important notes as to timings and launch sites. I have already tried many and had tremendous days out on the kayak.
Published on 17 May 2011 by Ray Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars
Pub Paddles
Very well written book. The lay out is perfect. Gives you confidence to just get out there and paddle. Loads of local information based around the routes. Highly recommended.
Published on 14 Oct 2010 by Steve
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant Book
What a great book, well laid out with really good information and beautiful photos. No hesitation in recommending this book.
Published on 8 Sep 2010 by Brian
5.0 out of 5 stars
Pubs and Paddles go together like Strawberries and Cream
There are many guide books available for the harder paddles in the UK , but this one fills a gap catering for the "softer" option recreational paddlers , who in many ways benefit... Read more
Published on 1 Sep 2010 by A. Garlick
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