Canoe Wild

Visit Canterbury this year and embark upon a great adventure with Canoe Wild, the heart of outdoor activities and watersports in Canterbury!

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Experience some of the best outdoor activities in Canterbury with Canoe Wild

Whether you're a beginner or experienced paddler, a thrill-seeking enthusiast or a casual cruiser, or if you're just looking for something fun to do this summer, then head to Canterbury and spend the day with Canoe Wild!

There's so many things to do with Canoe Wild in Canterbury

Enjoy some of the best outdoor activities in Canterbury with Canoe Wild's range of activities, excursions, experiences and more:

  • Canoe Excursions: Choose from a range of family-friendly canoe trips and trails as you cruise along the River Stour with your loved ones.
  • Single Kayak: Experience the water's surface as you travel solo in a safe and secure single kayak on the River Stour.
  • Double Kayak: Pick a partner and buddy up for this busy adventure along the River Stour in a double kayak. 

"Another spectacular time with Canoe Wild. This is the second year that I have celebrated my birthday on the river with all of my grandchildren and what a wonderful day it was. Such lovely, friendly people, helpful, caring and great fun!" - Debbie, Canoe Wild

Enjoy family-friendly trips, trails and tours with Canoe Wild

With a wide range of activities and experiences, there's something for everyone with Canoe Wild in Canterbury. If you want to gain your sea-legs or improve your existing ones, take to the water's surface and embrace being out with nature on the great River Stour in Canterbury. 

"A lovely activity in Summer. We travelled as a family of 4, 2 adults, a toddler (2) & a baby (12 weeks old). All of us were supplied with buoyancy aids, and we felt safe cruising along the calm river with just one adult able to paddle, and the toddler paddling in the opposite direction throughout!"

Book Canoe Wild tickets today and enjoy one of the best canoe experiences in Canterbury and Kent!

 

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Double Kayak - Fordwich - Canoe Wild

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Canoe Wild and take a scenic kayak cruise along the River Stour in Canterbury!

Available to 6 November 2025
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Double Kayak - Grove Ferry - Canoe Wild

Enjoy a serene 60 minutes on the River Stour as you embark on a family-friendly double kayak in Canterbury!

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Double Kayak - Fordwich to Grove Ferry - Canoe Wild

Visit Canterbury and enjoy one of the best double kayak trips on the River Stour - see Canterbury's countryside from the water's surface!

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Single Kayak - Fordwich - Canoe Wild

Enjoy a wonderful hours paddle starting and finishing at Fordwich on a family-friendly kayak trip in Canterbury!

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Single Kayak - Grove Ferry - Canoe Wild

Explore Grove Ferry on a single kayak with Canoe Wild and experience some of the best kayak and canoe trips in Canterbury

Available to 6 November 2025
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Single Kayak - Fordwich to Grove Ferry - Canoe Wild

Experience the scenic surroundings of Canterbury's countryside when you embark on a kayak trip along the River Stour with Canoe Wild

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Canoe Trip - Fordwich - Canoe Wild

Enjoy a casual canoe cruise along the River Stour with Canoe Wild! Start at Fordwich & end at Fordwich in this scenic adventure

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Canoe Trip - Grove Ferry - Canoe Wild

Enjoy 60 minutes of serene cruising along the River Stour with family-friendly canoe trips in Canterbury!

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Canoe Trip - Fordwich to Grove Ferry - Canoe Wild

Enjoy a casual canoe cruise along the River Stour on Canoe Wild's family-friendly canoe experience!

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Grove Ferry Road,
Kent CT34BP
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How to find us

Address: Canoe Wild, The Paddle House, Grove Ferry, Canterbury, CT3 4BP

What3Words: gossiping.feathers.whisker

  • Parking nearby
  • Food and drink nearby
  • Dog-friendly

Canoe Wild's opening hours are as follows:

  • March to November: 9am to 6pm
  • Open 7 days a week

No, there are not any age restrictions on Canoe Wild's activities.

  • All ages are welcome, including toddlers and babies. 
  • Children have to be 12 years old to paddle in/on a single kayak or paddleboard. 
  • An adult must be supervising from another craft in the water. 

Yes! The Fordwich and Grove Ferry sites are a short walk from local pubs. 

Yes, Canoe Wild are extremely dog-friendly. 

  • Canoe Wild recommend that your dog joins you in the canoe. 
  • They request that you do not tie your dog to yourself. 
  • Please ensure your dog is medium-sized. 

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