Multi-day canoe hire on the River Wye
A two to five day canoe hire trip will see you starting from the small village of Glasbury-on-Wye, paddling between 22 miles to 62 miles downstream, depending on the length of trip you wish to take.
Your trip will begin by arriving at our Canoe Hire Centre on the first day, where we will sign you in and equip you with a buoyancy aid, paddle and 1 large dry barrel & 1 small dry barrel per canoe. Once you and your group are packed & ready, you will be transported down to the starting point in Glasbury-on-Wye where, our experienced staff will give you a short brief about the river and basic paddling techniques to see you through before launching your and your boats on the water.
Each day you will enjoy a leisurely journey downstream with plenty of wildlife to see along the way and come the evening, you will pitch up and enjoy a night under the stars before continuing on to your final destination. Once you arrive at the collection point, one of our hire team will collect you and transport you and the equipment back to the canoe hire centre.
We have 2-man canoes, 3-man canoes and single sit-on-top kayaks available to hire.
2 Day Trip
3 Day Trip
4 Day Trip
5 Day Trip
What to bring?
2 Day Trip
Two Day River Trip
A two day canoe hire trip will see you starting from the small village of Glasbury-on-Wye, paddling approximately 22 miles downstream to Preston-on-Wye.
Route: Glasbury-on-Wye to Preston-on-Wye
Distance: 22 miles (approx)
About the Trip:
DAY 1: You will arrive at the canoe hire centre, in Three Cocks, where we will sign you in and kit you up. You and your group will then be transported to the starting point in Glasbury-on-Wye. Your first day will see you paddle approximately 10 miles downstream to Whitney-on-Wye which will be your camping destination for the night.
DAY 2: You will continue your journey downstream a further 12 miles to Preston-on-Wye. Along the way you will pass through the shallow rapids of the Scar & Monnington Falls before reaching your final destination, Preston-on-Wye, where we will meet you at 3.30pm and transport you back to the activity centre (30 minutes drive).
Campsites
The Pound B&B | Tel:01497 831391 | www.poundbandb.co.uk
3 Day Trip
Three Day Canoe Trip…
Three day canoe hire trip will see you starting from the small village of Glasbury-on-Wye, paddling approximately 32 miles downstream to Hereford.
Route: Glasbury-on-Wye to Hereford
Distance: 32 miles (approx)
About the Trip:
DAY 1: You will arrive at the canoe hire centre, in Three Cocks, where we will sign you in and kit you up. You and your group will then be transported to the starting point in Glasbury-on-Wye. Your first day will see you paddle approximately 10 miles downstream to Whitney-on-Wye which will be your first camping destination.
DAY 2: You will continue your journey downstream a further 12 miles. Along the way you will pass through the shallow rapids of the Scar & Monnington Falls before reaching your camping destination, Preston-on-Wye, for your second night.
DAY 3: You will embark on the final lef of your journey which, will see you paddle a final 10 miles downstream to Hereford. This will be your final stop where a member of our canoe hire team will collect you at 3:30pn and return you to the canoe hire centre (45 minute drive).
Campsites
Day 1: Whitney-on-Wye
The Pound B&B | Tel:01497 831391 | www.poundbandb.co.uk
Day 2: Preston-on-Wye
Bycross Farm Campsite | Tel: 01981 500 284 | www.byecrosscampsite.co.uk
Court Farm Campsite | Tel:01981 500 349 | www.wyecamphere.com
4 Day Trip
Four Day Canoe Trip…
A four day canoe hire trip will see you starting from the small village of Glasbury-on-Wye, paddling approximately 51 miles downstream to Hoarwithy.
Route: Glasbury-on-Wye to Hoarwithy
Distance: 51 miles (approx)
About the Trip:
DAY 1: You will arrive at the canoe hire centre, in Three Cocks, where we will sign you in and kit you up. You and your group will then be transported to the starting point in Glasbury-on-Wye. Your first day will see you paddle approximately 10 miles downstream to Whitney-on-Wye which will be your first camping destination.
DAY 2:You will continue your journey downstream a further 12 miles. Along the way you will pass through the shallow rapids of the Scar & Monnington Falls before reaching your camping destination, Preston-on-Wye, for your second night.
DAY 3: This will be the longest day of your 4 day river trip with 19 miles to paddle downstream from Preston-on-Wye to Holme Lacy where you can set yup camp for your third night at Lucksall Campsite.
DAY 4: After the efforts of the third day, the final leg of your journey will be a leisurely 10 mile paddle downstream to Hoarwithy. This will be your final stop where a member of our canoe hire team will collect you at 3:30pm and return you to the canoe hire centre (1 hour drive).
Campsites:
Day 1: Whitney-on-Wye
The Pound B&B | Tel:01497 831391 | www.poundbandb.co.uk
Day 2: Preston-on-Wye
Bycross Farm Campsite | Tel: 01981 500 284 | www.byecrosscampsite.co.uk
Court Farm Campsite | Tel:01981 500 110 | www.wyecamphere.com
Day 3: Holme Lacy
Lucksall Campsite | Tel: 01432 870 213 | www.lucksallpark.co.uk
5 Day Trip
Five Day Canoe Trip…
A five day canoe hire trip will see you starting from the small village of Glasbury-on-Wye, paddling approximately 62 miles downstream to Ross-on-Wye.
Route: Glasbury-on-Wye to Ross-on-Wye
Distance:62 miles (approx)
About the Trip:
DAY 1: You will arrive at the canoe hire centre, in Three Cocks, where we will sign you in and kit you up. You and your group will then be transported to the starting point in Glasbury-on-Wye. Your first day will see you paddle approximately 10 miles downstream to Whitney-on-Wye which will be your first camping destination.
DAY 2:You will continue your journey downstream a further 12 miles. Along the way you will pass through the shallow rapids of the Scar & Monnington Falls before reaching your camping destination, Preston-on-Wye, for your second night.
DAY 3:This will be the longest day of your five day river trip with 19 miles to paddle so, have a good hearty breakfast, pack your lunch and enjoy this adventurous stretch down to Holme Lacey, where you can stop for a well deserved nights rest at Lucksall Campsite.
DAY 4: After the efforts of the third day, a leisurely start can be afforded on day four as you make your way downstream towards Hoarwithy which, is approximiately a 10 mile paddle. On-route you get a glimpse of the Forest of Dean and all it’s natural glory & wildlife, before arriving at your campsite destination for your fourth night.
DAY 5:This is will be the final leg of your five day river trip, with 10 miles to paddle downstream to Ross-on-wye. Here a member of the canoe ire team will collect you and return you to the canoe hire centre (1.5 hours).
Campsites:
Day 1: Whitney-on-Wye
The Pound B&B | Tel:01497 831391 | www.poundbandb.co.uk
Day 2: Preston-on-Wye
Bycross Farm Campsite | Tel: 01981 500 284 | www.byecrosscampsite.co.uk
Court Farm Campsite | Tel:01981 500 110 | www.wyecamphere.com
Day 3: Holme Lacy
Lucksall Campsite | Tel: 01432 870 213 | www.lucksallpark.co.uk
Day 4: Hoarwithy
Tresseck Campsite | Tel: 01432 840235 | www.tresseckcampsite.co.uk
What to bring?
What to bring…
We will provide you with buoyancy aids, paddles and your canoes. You will need to bring:-
- Loose, comfortable clothing i.e. T-shirt, fleece top, tracksuit bottoms, warm jumper
- Waterproofs
- Complete change of clothes
- Towel
- Comfortable footwear with good tread on soles for grip (please be aware footwear is likely to get wet)
- In warmer weather, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.
- Please DO NOT wear denim as it has no insulating qualities when wet and is a restricting fabric.
1 large barrel and 1 small barrel per canoe is included in the cost.
Please Note: We DO NOT provide camping gear for multi-day hire you will need to bring your own Tents, Sleeping Bags and Cooking Equipment.
Multi-Day Hire Prices:
£45.00 per person, per day
Cost includes equipment, buoyancy aids and collection. 1 x large dry barrel & 1 x small dry barrel will be included per canoe.
Booking Conditions
- Minimum of 2 people required to book
- There must be correct number of adults per children, see ratios below.
- Sit-on-Top Kayaks min. age 14 years +. Experience required. Adult rate will apply
- Previous paddling experience is required when hiring.
Adult : Child Ratios
When paddling with children aged:
8yrs – 12yrs old
There must be 2 adults per child (sharing a boat)
13yrs – 15yrs
There must be 1 adult per child sharing a boat
*When planning to paddle with children, be honest about your ability to manage their safety in a river environment. Please call for further clarity on ratios. Guided trips are also available.*
River Environment & Weather
Prior to your arrival river levels & weather conditions are checked by our staff to ensure they meet the correct conditions for canoe, kayak or paddleboard hire that day. Should river levels be deemed unsuitable by Black Mountain Activities Ltd, hire will take place on the Brecon & Monmouthshire Canal.
Familiarise yourself with the river environment before your trip. Check out this handy guide by British Canoeing HERE