News, Stories & Special Events

Plus-Size Paddling

Our guide to weight and size limits for canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding.

British Canoeing Delivery Partner

Hire a Canoe is a British Canoeing Delivery Partner at Silver Level, read more here to find out why we have joined this voluntary scheme

Special Event: February Afternoon Litter Pick in Shrewsbury

Come and collect as much litter from the river around Shrewsbury town centre as you can!

Launching at Montford Bridge

Do you have your own canoe, kayak or SUP and want to launch at Montford Bridge? Here is our guide on how this works!

Off-Grid Experience featured by myShrewsbury

We were thrilled to read this write-up last summer, link to the full article here.

Canoe Camping Food

There is no right or wrong way to do camping food. If you prioritise pack size over all else then dehydrated meals and food bars are for you; if you love to cook over an open fire then by all means bring your grills, pots and tripods! Here is our suggestion for an easy middle…

Here For Tourism: English Tourism Week

English Tourism Week 22-31 May 2021 VisitEngland’s English Tourism Week campaign celebrates our diverse, exciting and vibrant sector, showcasing the quality, range and value of English tourism. Considering most of us will be holidaying within the UK this year, English tourism is more relevant right now than ever! Shropshire and Worcestershire are fantastic locations for…

We’re Good To Go

In June 2020, Hire a Canoe Ltd acquired the Industry Standard mark to demonstrate that the company has followed government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, has a Risk Assessment in place and a process to maintain cleanliness and aid social distancing.

Special Event: Canoe @ The Castle

Shropshire Outdoor Show, Whittington Castle Saturday 29th May & Sunday 30th May We will be at the Shropshire Outdoor Show this Bank Holiday Weekend offering visitors the chance to see Whittington Castle from a canoe for just £6 per boat for 15 minutes. Click here to book How does it work? This experience is open…