Paddle London:
The Best Places to Go with a Paddleboard, Kayak or Canoe
By Anu Aladin
The definitive guide to exploring the rivers, canals, parks and reservoirs of London under paddle power.
Paddling in London offers a paddle experience like no other, combining a connection to nature with the vibrant energy of the city’s architecture, culture and art. Written by a highly experienced paddleboard instructor, Anu Aladin, this complete guide features 40 routes, including:
- Non-tidal Thames from Windsor to Teddington: Lush greenery, scenic meadows, secret backwaters and historical landmark.s
- Paddington Arm of the Grand Union Canal from Hayes to Paddington: A green corridor with an industrial past, where history intertwines with serene waters.
- River Lea, River Lee Navigation and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park: a harmonious blend of nature, history and urban charm.
About the author
Anu Aladin is an experienced paddleboard instructor and writer based in South West London. After a career in marketing and software licensing, Anu left the corporate world and found her true calling on London’s waterways.
Co-owner of Paddleboarding London, she divides her time between writing her blog My SUP Stories and working at a small local accountancy practice.
Price: £18.99 | Paperback
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