Canoe Trail

Did you know otters are making a comeback in the heart of Bedfordshire on the River Great Ouse?

Once rarely seen, these incredible animals are now being spotted regularly in the heart of the town thanks to cleaner water and the hard work of local conservation groups. Their return is a wonderful reminder of how important it is to protect and care for our rivers.

A special thank you to Jon Pauling for these fantastic photos of one of the Ouse's most elusive and beloved residents.

More of our paddlers braving the changing weather to enjoy their own adventures out on the river!

🏄‍♂️ Bedford River Festival SUP Fun Race! 🏄‍♀️

Join us at Canoe Trail for a 1-mile SUP race along Bedford's iconic riverside embankment as part of the Bedford River Festival!

With over 300,000 visitors, Bedford River Festival is one of Europe's biggest outdoor events, creating an incredible atmosphere and a unique chance to race in the heart of the action. Whether you're in it to win it or just for the fun, this is an event you won't want to miss.

🏆 Prizes to be won
🕛 Race starts: 12pm–1pm (please arrive by 11am to set up)
💷 Entry: £15
🏄 Bring your own SUP or hire one from us (subject to availability)
📍 Next to to Butterfly Bridge at the Canoe Trail stand

Grab your board, challenge your friends, and help spread the word!


https://www.canoetrail.co.uk/activities/events/river-fest-sup-race

Two more of our paddlers enjoying their day cruising down the river from Bedford down towards Cardington!

A few more snaps from the last few days Canoe Trail

Our best dressed customer award with matching umbrella hats goes to our regular and returning customers who are here to celebrate birthdays , happy birthday team 😉

Our customers travel from far afield to come and enjoy paddling on the River Great Ouse, one of our most recent families have travelled from Finland 😉 lots of chat as one of our next expeditions is to Finland later this summer

The River Great Ouse is full of amazing wildlife, and one of its most special residents is the kingfisher. These stunning little birds are incredibly shy and often give away their presence with a sharp, high-pitched call before darting off in a flash of blue.

A big thank you to our friend Ben Jenkins for capturing these beautiful photos. If you'd like the best chance of spotting a kingfisher for yourself, head out for an early morning paddle!