Are you looking for a fun outdoor activity to try near you? Consider paddle boarding! Paddle boarding lessons and experiences are a great way to enjoy the water and get some exercise at the same time. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced paddler, there are lots of choice for paddle boarding near you.
So, get your swimsuits, wet suits and paddles at the ready for a paddle boarding experience!
Paddle Boarding in Scotland
Stand Up Paddle Board, Edinburgh & The Lothians
With Stand Up Paddle Board, they set up in some of the best locations in Scotland – beautiful beaches, calm waters, and stunning scenery. With safe practising and friendly instructors, you’ll be standing up in no time! Learning all sorts of new skills and techniques. And dogs are allowed too!
Could this potentially be your new hobby?
Treetops, Langton View, East Calder, EH53 0RD
They plan week by week and put their sessions up on their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/standuppaddleboardscotland
1.5 hour group session:
Child £30.00
Adult £35.00
Basking Shark Scotland, Isle of Kerrera
After your sessions, you’ll set sail on the boat missions to reach difficult destinations and have a go at some exploring – there’s plenty of wildlife to see and beautiful landscapes to conquer.
They also have taster sessions or introductory sessions for those who are beginners and want to test it out in shallow water.
Cearban Ltd. Cluaran, Crannaig-a-Mhinister, Argyll, PA34 5QD, Oban
A 2-hour session starts from £50.00 per person
Paddle Boarding in North East
KA Adventure Sports, Northumberland
Encouraging that it’s suitable for all ages and abilities, so everyone is welcome to enjoy a sport loved globally. Whether you stay in shallow, gentle water, take on white water, or go for a social paddle. Beginners or experienced paddleboarders are all welcome here!
Make this your new summer activity to try this year!
Beadnell Bay Car park, Beadnell, Chathill, NE67 5EE
Most days are 10:00 - 12:00
Other days can be until 15:00
Beginner sessions start from:
Child £35.00
Adult £45.00
Endless Adventure, Gateshead
Endless Adventure has access to freshwater lakes, seas and rivers, so whatever environment you’re in for your paddle boarding session, you’ll be surrounded by beautiful settings.
With qualified instructors on hand, you’ll be in a safe environment! For kids and adults alike, Endless Adventure also provides endless fun and games!
10 Kinfauns Terrace, Gateshead, NE9 5XJ
Monday to Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
From £29.99 per person
Paddle Boarding in North West
Mobile Adventure, Lake District
They also have a partnership with National Trust and now provide canoe, kayak and paddle boarding outdoor adventures! You’ll have a 2-hour session with a qualified instructor where they’ll teach you the ropes before going out on your own experience. Based in Crow Park in Keswick, you’re in for a truly incredible day out!
Best of all, the activity is brand new this year! So, they’ve gone all out to bring you beginner sessions, experienced sessions and accessible fun for everyone.
Laal, Moota, Cockermouth, CA13 0QE
Monday to Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
From £45.00 per person
SUP North, Southport
Get on your hands and feet, paddle around and find your feet as you stand up tall. Being in the perfect paddle boarding spot, you’ll learn an awesome sport with the best people who will ensure you have a superb experience, no matter the weather!
Promenade, Southport, PR9 0LA
Lessons take place on a weekly basis and are updated each week.
From £35.00 per person
Paddle Boarding in the Midlands
Wittering SUP, Worcestershire
With patient and calming qualified instructors, you’ll feel at ease as you find your feet on calmer waters.
Psst you can also do paddle board yoga here too! Strengthen your core and improve your balance from £9.00 per session!
Arden Sailing Club, Bourne Road, Defford, Worcestershire, WR8 9BS
A family session is £160
Sail Birmingham, West Midlands
With a choice of introductory sessions or even a Monday night paddle club! Join with a group of your friends as you paddle after work with an opportunity to grab a refreshment after, as you overlook the beautiful spot.
No matter your paddling skills, you can work on them here or gain entirely new skills!
Midland Sailing Club, Icknield Port Rd, Birmingham, B16 0AA
Monday night paddle sessions from 17:00 - 19:00
From £15.00 per hour
Paddle Boarding in South East
Buzz Active, East Sussex
Whether it’s down a stretch of river or along sandy beaches Buzz Active will ensure you have lots of fun!
Exceat, Nr Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 4AD
Saturday 10:00 - 00:00
Sunday 14:00 – 16:00,
Thursday 18:30 – 16:30
From £23.77 per person
Brighton Watersports, Brighton
It’s particularly important when paddleboarding on sea to be mindful of tide times and weather conditions. So having expert advice when paddle boarding is useful.
185 Kings Road Arches, Brighton Seafront, Sussex, BN1 1NB
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Paddleboard hire: from £15.00 per person
Paddleboard lesson (2-3 people) from £55.00 per person
Paddleboard lesson (4+ people) from £45.00 per person
Paddle Boarding in South West
Newquay Activity Centre, Cornwall
Paddleboard through caves and maybe wake up earlier for a sunrise paddle!
60 Fore Street, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1LW
7 days a week, all year round!
From £60.00 per person
SUP Bristol, Bristol
With the water sport growing ever so popular, it’s the ideal summer activity and best of all, you’ll also be surrounded by stunning scenery!
Underfall Yard, Bristol, BS1 6XG
Available on weekdays
From £30.00 per person
Paddle Boarding in Wales
SUP Barmouth, North Wales
Merioneth Yacht Club, The Quay, Barmouth, LL42 1HB
Monday to Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
From £30.00 per person
Manawa, Pembrokeshire
With incredible coastal views, tidal grottos and flat waters, you’ll have a splendid day out paddling in the sea! Suitable for beginners and those who have previous experience!
Newgale House, Haverfordwest, SA62 6AS
Season is from June to September
From £50 per person
Paddle Boarding in Northern Ireland
Strangford Lough Activity Centre, County Down
40 Whiterock Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6PT
Monday to Sunday 09:00 - 21:00
From £40.00 per person
Get Up & Get On, Belfast
In the perfect environment with a trained instructor, what more do you need? It’s time to wetsuit it up!
Seapark Bay Beach, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0LH
10:00 - 16:00 every day but Wednesday
From £45.00 per person
Now the summer is in full swing, it’s to get outdoors and enjoy riding the waves with paddle boarding! Stand up on your two feet and get set for some peaceful outdoor activities, as you paddle past coastlines, caves and more scenic environments.
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