General FAQ’s

How do I book an adventure?

Use the BOOK NOW button. You will be able to view the available dates and time for our adventures.

I’d like to book a larger group of people. Is that possible?

We love hosting family celebrations, pre and post wedding adventures, birthdays, team away days and the like for groups of up to 24 people in canoes, up to 24 people kayaks, up to 31 people on stand up paddleboards annd we also offer rowing activities for groups of 6 to 60, so have regularly organised events for groups of 120 people plus. Simply get in touch to discuss your adventure!

Do you have two person kayaks?

Yes, we currently have two person kayaks available for Self Guided Adventures at River Lane, Simply choose the Self Guided Tandem Kayak Adventure.

Can we have our child as a third person in a canoe?

Yes! Our open canoes, can easily cope with 3 people plus a picnic. You should book for 2 people and then contact us to request a third person.

What time do I need to arrive?

Please make sure that you are with us on the river bank at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time. This is to ensure that you have time to be checked in and be ready to start promptly.
Ensure that you allow enough travelling time to accommodate this and, if you choose to drive, enough time to find a parking space and still be with us at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Late arrivals for Self Guided Adventures may have to wait for other parties before receiving their briefing. Paddlers late for a guided adventure, may forfeit their session.

Is there an age limit for your adventures?

All under 18s must be accompanied by a a paying adult.

We typically recommend a minimum age of 10 years old for Open Canoeing and Tandem Kayaking, and a minimum of 12 years old for Kayaking and Stand Up Paddleboarding. Contact us if you would like younger children to join two people in an open canoe.

Our solo touring kayaks are 14’0 long and so we would recommend that families with smaller children choose an open canoe adventure.

What facilities are available at River Lane?

Toilets and Changing facilities - Please note that there are no toilets or changing facilities at River Lane. The nearest toilet is at the Petersham Nurseries if they are open or in Buccleuch Gardens.

Parking for cars - Parking is available and free on River Lane. Be aware that the lane has become very busy throughout the week. Allow enough time to find alternative parking, and to walk back to River Lane.

Bicycles - We encourage all paddlers to walk or cycle to our adventures if possible. People have been locking up their bikes against the wooden fences on River Lane. We can lock bicycle helmets and bags in our vehicle for the duration of your adventure.

Storage - You may leave small bags and spare clothing with us at River Lane during the session if you wish. This will be at your own risk.

Is it ok to take my phone with me?

Dry bags are available for anything that you’d like to take with you on your canoe or kayak trip. Be aware that no dry bag is 100% dry. You may leave your bags and spare clothing with us at River Lane during the session if you wish. This will be at your own risk.

If you take any pictures on your phone, don’t forget to tag us! @backofbeyonduk on Instagram

Do I need to be able to swim?

Yes! You should be able to swim 50 metres and be confident around the water. It is unlikely that you will end up in the river...although it can happen!
We provide PFD's (personal floatation devices) that will keep you buoyant in the water if you do end up in it. These must be worn for the duration of your adventure.
If you are a weak swimmer on a guided adventure, please do let your instructor know so that they are aware of it.