Join Paddleboarding London’s monthly Litter Pick on Regent’s Canal and take part in a vibrant community effort to clean and restore one of London’s key waterways. Learn how small contributions create significant local change.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable on water and able to paddle for the duration.
Wildlife
History
Regent’s Canal, completed in 1820, was engineered to connect the Grand Junction Canal’s Paddington Arm with the River Thames and has been an important trade route.
Conservation
Regular litter picks by Paddleboarding London improve water quality and habitat health, encouraging sustainable urban waterways for wildlife and people.
Paddleboarding London
Join Paddleboarding London’s monthly Litter Pick on Regent’s Canal and take part in a vibrant community effort to clean and restore one of London’s key waterways. Learn how small contributions create significant local change.
Paddleboarding London is a Brading, England–based provider of stand-up paddleboard (SUP) experiences focused on accessible canal routes and small-group instruction. The business offers a structured range of sessions including Learn to Paddleboard courses, Private SUP Lessons, Group SUP Lessons, Sunset Paddles, monthly Litter Picks and dog-friendly SUP with PUP socials that paddle toward Victoria Park.
Instructors teach stance, stroke technique and on-water safety using small-group formats and tailored coaching. Private lessons provide one-to-one attention with flexible focus on technique, tour routes or family sessions, while group lessons combine expert instruction with scenic canal tours and themed options such as SUP Yoga or Paddle & Prosecco. Equipment selection and route choice are matched to beginner and family needs.
Paddleboarding London combines recreation with local stewardship through regular litter picks along Regent’s Canal, engaging local businesses and participants in the #SUPCLEANSUP campaign. The business is listed on The Adventure Collective, where trip listings, schedules and booking details are published. Participant guidance, safety briefings and basic equipment information are provided with each experience. Private lessons are available year-round and group events operate on scheduled dates, ensuring a reliable set of options for newcomers and returning paddlers alike.
Location
Brading, England
Base location for canal trips
Group Sizes
Small groups
Personalized coaching in sessions
Trips Offered
6 experiences
Lessons, socials and conservation paddles
Year-round
Private lessons
Private coaching available all year
Reserve a lesson, private coaching session, dog-friendly social or community litter pick — bookings and trip dates are available on the Adventure Collective listing.
Wear quick-drying clothing
Expect to get wet while on paddleboards and near the canal edges; breathable, quick-dry fabrics keep you comfortable.
Bring waterproof gloves
Hands-on litter collection is easier with waterproof gloves to protect from sharp or unpleasant debris.
Arrive ready to paddle
Paddleboarding equipment is provided, but participants should be comfortable in water and have basic swimming skills.
Secure your belongings
Storage is available at the meeting point for small bags, so minimize what you bring along the canal.
Waterproof gloves
Protects hands from sharp objects and dirt during litter collection.
Quick-dry sportswear
Dries fast to keep you comfortable on and off the paddleboard.
Sun protection
Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses shield you from strong UV rays on sunny days.
summer
Waterproof bag or dry sack
Keeps personal items safe from water exposure during paddling.