Hopehill
Campsite

Kayaking
Available to from the age of 8 upwards Kayaks are single person craft. Sitting inside the boat the user has the freedom to paddle in their own way under the watch full eye of our instructors. Starting from a minimum of 4 participants up to 12 per session. Depending on the venue the number of participants that can be on hand to have a go is only limited by the desires of you the hirer within the 2 hour on the water time. This can be discussed with the person in charge of the canoe bookings. All our instructors are qualified to ___________. Please make a booking ____X____ weeks prior to the activity so we can find a volunteer instructor(s). Owing to the size of our buoyancy aids we can only offer this activity to ages 6 and over. All activity must take place in daylight hours as the craft has no lights fitted
Hire at Leybourne Lakes
There is public bench seating but is advisable to bring own seating. Limited to operating hours set by the lake owners. There is a small café for hot drinks and snacks. Bring an event shelter or gazebo is a handy addition. Please allow at least 40 minuets to travel to the lake, park up (pay & display carpark) and get changed into wet activity clothing. Ideal for a food shop top up with large Tesco near by.
Hire on River Medway
Only those involved in operating the craft will truly be able to take part in the session length. Other members may wish to walk along the river path but do so as a self led activity.
*** In all instances of hire you will need to provide your own transport, the option to hire one of the local groups minibus is possible. We will get the boats to the launch point. ***
S.E.N.D accessibility
Accompanying documents
Badges
By taking part in this activity it can count toward
Cubs - Our Adventure Challenge Award | Scouts - Adventure Challenge Award | Staged - Paddle Sports |
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Staged - Time on the Water | ||
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