The British Canoe Union - Set up in 1936 to send a team to the Berlin Olympics, the BCU is the lead body for canoeing and kayaking in the UK. Since then the organisation has grown considerably, and the range of canoeing opportunity has increased tremendously.

 

EQUIPMENT RETAILERS

 

Robin Hood Water sports at Heckmondwike have been supplying the Kayaking world for over 2 decades.
Stockport based company offering canoes and kayaks for sale for flat and white water, recreational use and touring.
Based in Hull, Wet&Wild is a fantastic kayaking outlet that is used by many of our members.
All Yorkshire Canoe staff are BCU/UKCC qualified coaches so they can advise you on the most suitable equipment.
Based in Swallownest, Sheffield Wipeout supply a wide range of watersports equipment at competetive prices.
Desperate measures is a popular kayak and canoe outlet that is based close to the National Whitewater Centre in Nottingham.
Bringing the watersport enthusiast low cost, high quality watersport products.

 

MANUFACTURERS

 

Pyranha are a very respected manufacturer of kayaks. They design and make boats for all disciplines.
For those of you that have not heard, Dagger is made up of the world’s most dedicated paddlers whose love for adrenaline and pursuit of excellence has propelled them and their designs to the forefront of the paddling world.
Passion has always been the driving force at Perception- a passion for paddling; a passion for design and a passion for producing exceptional kayaks.
Established in 1979, Palm has grown from small beginnings into a globally recognised leader in water sports equipment and apparel. Their customer service is 2nd to none.
Suppliers of tried and tested kayaking gear.
Werner Paddles mission is Ultimate Paddle Performance.

 

ONLINE PADDLING COMMUNITY

 

A site dedicated to the kayaking community, with information on river levels etc it is a great source of information. It also has a forum for the kayaking fraternity which some of our members regularly contribute to.
An international kayaking community site.

 

PADDLING WEBSITES OF INTEREST

 

A website for the Canoe Conniosseur.

H2O create flexible, great value, paddle holidays to some of the world's most exciting and naturally beautiful destinations.

They kindly offer 10% off for all Sheffield Canoe Club members

WCA access news website.

Kayaking Is Not A Crime.

 

AFFILIATED LINKS

 

The trust is committed to providing an accessible trail along the River Don from Lady's Bridge to Beeley Wood, Oughtibridge. They want to ensure that everyone can enjoy and benefit from our beautiful heritage including walkers, cyclists, wheelchair users, anglers, canoeists etc.
A Sheffield Canoe Club supporter that just happens to brew some of the finest cask ales in the country.