Ironbridge Leisure offer canoe, kayak and boat hire for river trips on the River Severn, along with all of the equipment and support you need to enjoy a fabulous day out (or more) canoeing, kayaking or fishing on the river. Vic - the owner of Ironbridge Canoe and Kayak Hire, has been a dedicated canoeist for over 40 years and knows the River Severn well. From small beginnings, Ironbridge Canoe and
Kayak Hire now offers different boats for hire including Canadian Canoes, Kayaks and a flat bed Fishing boat. Vic has spent many years developing a range of itineraries for various river trips that cover from a 3 hour / 5 mile gentle introduction to canoeing, up to 7 day camping trips that cover approx 90 miles of the River Severn, all depending on how adventurous you feel, and how experienced you are. You decide on what type of river trip suits you - there's a wide range to select from including short, gentle introductory canoeing trips for beginners and families where it's nothing more than a gentle paddle; to more demanding itineraries including navigating the Jackfield Rapids at Ironbridge. Once you've decided on your chosen itinerary, you and your canoe / kayak are transported to your up-stream start point. Vic operates a Minibus and 2 4Wheel Drive vehicles and trailers allowing him to transport people + boats as required. The highly trained and experienced operatives stay with you right up to the point you enter the boat on the water. If you choose to go down stream from Ironbridge, the process is reversed and you'll be picked up at your destination and returned to Ironbridge. What's Included? Pretty much everything you need - in fact the hardest things you have to do are get to Ironbridge and then paddle! It really is that simple. Your itinery includes:
Safety Procedure Induction
Canoeists Guide to the River Severn
All Safety Equipment
They will even arrange packed lunches if required! The Itineraries. A wide variety of itineraries are available covering a 3 hour gentle paddle to a 7 day canoeing / camping trip along with Corporate Events. Below are a few examples:
5 mile round trip local paddle
9 miles Ironbridge to Bridgnorth
15 miles Atcham to Ironbridge
22 miles Shrewsbury Weir to Ironbridge
2-7 day Camping & Canoeing trips - start at Welshpool with details of recommended camping spots along the river, with room for your camping gear on the boat. Corporate Events - a 6.5 hour trip starting from Atcham and taking in the Jackfield Rapids (not compulsory) that concludes with a delicious meal at the Half Moon, a lovely riverside pub in Jackfield. In addition to their regular range of trips, Ironbridge Leisure can offer a trip designed especially for you. With up to 90 miles of the River Severn available, from Pool Quay (Welshpool) to Bewdley (Worcestershire), there's bound to be something perfect for you. For more details, please visit the Ironbridge Leisure website or give the friendly team a call - they'll be only too happy to discuss your specific requirements and help make sure you get the most from your river trip. Please note: a 50% deposit is required on booking and if the river is deemed to be unsafe, your trip may have to be cancelled / postponed. If you call and there's no-one available to take your call, please leave a message - you will get a call back as quickly as possible.
