Paddleboarding adventure (beginners)

Service Description

Have you ever seen people paddleboarding and thought you’d love to try that out? Come give it a go with us! Our adventure up the River Ouse starts at the locally famous Barcombe Mills. We start from the free car park there, meeting at 9am to setup, with a short practise session to get used to the boards. Then we enter the water from the island and paddle up the river! At first the river starts wide and open, slowly narrowing as you move further up. The scene is gentle and relaxing, with pond skaters and dragonflies skipping over the water's surface and willow trees gently overhanging the river's edge. The flow of the Ouse is gentle and slow, perfect for beginners and those looking to get closer to the natural world. We go up as far as you like before turning back or reaching the Anchor Inn for a tasty traditional pub lunch. Then we cruise back downstream at our leisure - and with full bellies! - back to Barcombe Mills, finishing by 3pm. What’s included: - High quality blow up paddleboard with paddle or kayak for use for the day and paddle tour with local guide - Traditional pub lunch at the Anchor Inn - main and drink of choice - Minimal style life vest - Water is provided but we suggest you bring your own bottle. What you need to bring: - Swimming clothes - Wet weather gear (depending on the weather!) - Wet bag for anything you wish to take (we have these if you don’t) - Any kind of wet shoe of gloves you think you may need. Barefoot is normal whilst paddling but some people prefer to use these for warmth and or grip - Small day backpack - Water in camel backpack or water bottle.