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Canoe & Camping along the River Wye


  • Ross-on-Wye, England, HR9 United Kingdom (map)

Canoe & Camping along the River Wye

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Experience the tranquil River Wye & its beauty

  • Enjoy an evening out in Ross on Wye

  • Friday night BBQ

  • Two breakfasts, one hosted in a local pub.

  • Packed lunches and snacks

  • Tents provided, if required

  • Chill around the campfire with marshmallows

WHAT TO EXPECT
AAA has hosted this event for over a decade. Many people return year after year for the fun on the water in such a beautiful location.

This event is perfect if you enjoy paddling, swimming, having fun, and relaxing around the campfire. The canoes are open Canadian-style canoes, with usually three persons per canoe.

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IMPORTANT: This trip is designed for the novice paddler on a safe and calm river. However, capsizes are possible, so remember that you and your property are at risk while on the water.

ITINERARY
Friday

  • The trip starts at Ross Rowing Clubs Campsite at 16:00.

  • BBQ around the campfire

Saturday

  • AAA breakfast & make our packed lunches

  • Drive to Symonds Yat, where we will be supplied with the kit & receive a safety briefing.

  • Canoe from Hoarwithy to Ross stopping for picnics, etc

  • The local pubs in Ross play host to dinner. Then enjoy the evening around the campfire

Sunday

  • Our day starts with refreshments and making our packed lunches

  • Depart for a cooked breakfast

  • Continue our paddle downstream

  • On arrival at Symonds Yat & return to the campsite to dismantle our tents & group kit.

  • Finish around 15:00

KIT LIST

All you need is a sleeping pad and a sleeping bag.

You will receive a full recommend kit list before the trip to ensure you can properly prepare.


Check what kit is required

ACCOMMODATION

The campsite we use has basic showers and toilets.

We can provide tents if you require them. These are usually two—or three-person tents that can potentially be shared with another person of the same gender.

Should you require a tent for sole use, you are welcome to bring your tent or guarantee sole use with a small surcharge.

FOOD
Meals are provided as per the inclusions below.

Most dietary requirements can be catered for if advised in advance. Read More

Sundays riverside pub breakfast

TRANSPORT
Driving is the best option for reaching the campsite. It's also reachable by National Express; however, you will need to organise a lift to the starting point.

To share a lift & offer one, please check out this Event Forum

COST
The price includes:

  • BBQ

  • 2 nights' accommodation in tents

  • Provision of the canoe, buoyancy aid & paddle

  • Two cooked breakfasts with tea, coffee, etc

  • 2 Packed lunches

  • Transfers from Symonds Yat to Hoarwithy

  • Hosted by a Fully Trained Mountain Leader, experienced canoeist & Qualified First Aiders

  • Compliance with the Package Travel Regulations

The price does not include:

  • Transport to the destination

  • Car Parking for two days at the Canoe Centre (approx £12)

  • Provision of sleeping bags & roll mats beds

  • Saturday nights dinner

PRICE
The trip is £179 per person

TO MAKE YOUR BOOKING

Click Attend and confirm your place with a deposit.

A balance invoice confirming your deposit and provisional place will be sent with further trip details

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