Paddle Shakespeare's Avon

A Guide for Canoes, Kayaks & SUPs

Author:	Mark Rainsley
Published:	2022
Format:	Paperback, 192 pages
Size:	240 × 167 × 16 mm

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Paddling guide to the River Avon

Detailed routes for canoes, kayaks and SUPs along the River Avon, with guidance on locks, weirs, wildlife, historical sites and practical safety tips for all abilities.

Explore the historic and scenic River Avon by canoe, kayak, or paddleboard.

Paddle Shakespeare's Avon is the essential guide for paddlers seeking adventure, leisure, or anything in-between. With detailed routes, insights into locks and weirs, and highlights of the river's remarkable wildlife and historical surroundings, this book is perfect for novices and experienced paddlers alike.

Inside this guide, you'll discover:

Detailed paddling routes along the River Avon for all abilities
Guidance on navigating locks, weirs, and challenging sections
Highlights of flora and fauna along the riverbanks
Historical context, including Shakespearean connections, castles, monasteries, and mills
Practical tips for safety, planning, and equipment

The Avon flows through England's rich past, offering paddlers a unique combination of natural beauty and cultural history. From serene stretches to white-water interludes, this guide ensures every journey is enjoyable, and memorable.

About the Author

Mark has spent over three decades using paddlesport as a means of avoiding adulthood and responsibility. He is a fanatical paddler who has descended challenging white-water rivers worldwide, and who is dedicated to exploring every nook and cranny of the UK's coast and rivers by kayak or canoe. He is a prolific contributor to paddlesport magazines and other media. Mark has authored numerous Pesda Press guidebooks including South West Sea Kayaking, Paddle the Wye, Paddle the Severn and Paddle the Thames.