Bristol, England

Avon Outdoor Activities Club

Avon Outdoor Activities Club is a member-run outdoor club serving Bristol, Bath and nearby areas. Its paddlesport programme covers canoeing, river touring, whitewater, coastal kayaking and SUP. Summer tasters and beginner courses are advertised, while exact dates and venues sit in the club calendar.

Recreational paddling
Touring
Whitewater
Sea kayaking
Open canoeing
Stand-up paddleboarding

Visit official joining page Club website

Information checked 23 September 2026View sources

Before you join

Adult beginners: The club says adults and families can join, from complete beginners to experienced paddlers. Summer taster days and beginner courses are advertised, but the reviewed public pages do not list the next paddlesport dates. Check the live calendar or contact the coordinator before joining an event.
Junior paddlers: The wider club welcomes families and has a Families Wing. Its paddlesport information gives no universal minimum age, supervision rule or list of trips accepting children. Families should ask about the specific course or event.
Equipment: Members can hire a broad fleet of canoes and kayaks at low cost. Novices may use club boats during an introductory course, subject to availability and suitability. Supplementary kit and leaders' packs are also mentioned.
Accessibility: The reviewed pages do not publish step-free access, changing provision, adaptive equipment or support for a specific paddlesport event. Ask the organiser about the chosen venue and activity.
Where the club paddles: The club covers Bristol, Bath and nearby areas rather than one fixed paddling base. Its calendar carries member events at changing waters. Use the event entry or contact form for the exact venue, arrival instructions and required experience.