Meet us in Shrewsbury, we will drive you upstream to Montford Bridge then you can canoe 12 miles downstream through the beautiful Shropshire countryside surrounded by woodland and a stunning array of wildlife
Canoe · Kayak · Paddleboard
River Severn | Shropshire
Day Trips Quarry Hire
Hire a Canoe in Shrewsbury
Experience canoe hire in Shropshire! At Hire A Canoe, we offer unforgettable river adventures on the beautiful River Severn. Choose from a relaxing 1 or 2-hour canoe trip or take on our full-day 12 miles day trip from Montford Bridge to The Quarry in Shrewsbury. Perfect for families, couples, and groups, our canoe hire is the ideal way to enjoy nature, spot wildlife, and explore Shrewsbury.
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Canoe hire from The Quarry, Shrewsbury's town centre park. £25 for 1 hour or £40 per canoe for 2 hours. Meet us in The Quarry at the foot of the Porthill Bridge and explore the River Severn as it loops around the town.
Our Story
At Hire A Canoe, our mission is simple: to get more people out on the water and loving every minute of it. We believe that canoeing should be accessible, relaxing, and fun for everyone; whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned paddler. That’s why we’ve made our canoe hire process smooth, friendly, and stress-free from start to finish. From helpful staff to clear instructions and scenic routes, we’re here to make your paddling experience safe, easy, and unforgettable.
Who we are and what we do
Top-rated with 5-star reviews
Visit Hire a Canoe
If you are looking to go canoeing in Shropshire, you can meet us in Shrewsbury and we we will take you upstream to our launch point in Montford Bridge.
Our most popular route is Montford Bridge to Shrewsbury.
You can also turn up and hire a canoe from The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury if you are looking for something a bit shorter!
Our location in Shrewsbury is within easy travelling distance for a day trip from:
- The Shropshire Hills
- Birmingham
- Wrexham
- Oswestry and the Welsh Borders
- Telford
- Ironbridge
...to name a few
Canoe hire on the River Severn in Shropshire
Hire our canoes and explore the River Severn and the stunning landscapes on route.
A free minibus transfer is included as standard for our Montford Bridge to The Quarry trip.
We also offer shorter canoe hire, such as our one or two-hour trips based at The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury Town. This is a fantastic option for beginners, families and couples. This allows you to get a feel for canoeing but also explore the views of Shrewsbury from the river.
Our 12 mile Canoe Day Trip
The Montford Bridge to Shrewsbury canoe hire trip is our most popular option as it is a beginner-friendly route, making it a great choice for families with kids over the age of 5. This day trip takes between 3-5 hours to canoe from Montford Bridge to The Quarry. You get to see the stunning countryside, rolling hills and some awesome wildlife. This trip is our best-selling Shropshire canoe hire route.
Fabulous day out travelling down the river Severn. Well organised, collected on time and given instructions. Although quite a long way, the river helped take us along as we didn't have to paddle the whole time. Would definitely do it again.
Very friendly, helpful staff. Good value! Route was easy but fun, and very relaxing. We saw a few otters too! Great day out :) we even took the dog with us who enjoyed spotting all the wildlife!
Spending half a day on the river was a great way to see this party of the countryside. We saw swans, heron and kingfishers, but mainly our was the peaceful stretches of water and its banks that we passed by that made the day.
The guys were very professional and the cost was great value.
There was a variety of boats to choose from. My son and I used a double kayak which was easy to either glide down the river or get some speed up and ready to maneuver.
We started at 9am and went 12 miles to Shrewsbury. Value for money is amazing, value of life experiences and memories is completely priceless. Thank you so much lads!