Everything you need to know about Paddleboarding in Bath
Where can you Paddleboard in Bath?
Central Bath is probably the most photographed location. Paddling beneath Pulteney Bridge and alongside the famous weir makes for some incredible photographs and gives you that iconic Bath Instagram moment. However, once you’ve admired the view, much of the route passes through a more urban and industrial setting.
Newbridge is a pleasant stretch of river to the west of Bath, but it is also open to powered river traffic. During the summer months you’ll often share the water with motorboats, cruisers and hire boats, creating a busier environment that isn’t always ideal for beginners or those looking for a peaceful paddle.
Our launch site sits on a beautiful section of the River Avon between two weirs, meaning there is no through motorboat traffic. The result is calm water, a relaxed atmosphere and an abundance of wildlife. Kingfishers flash past, herons patrol the riverbanks, swans glide quietly by and, if you’re lucky, you may even spot one of the local beavers.
Whether you’re learning to paddleboard for the first time, enjoying a family adventure or simply looking for a peaceful escape into nature, Batheaston offers the perfect setting. It combines easy paddling, stunning scenery and a feeling of being miles from the city, despite being just a few minutes from Bath.
That’s why we believe Batheaston is the best place to paddleboard in Bath.
Come and join us for a Group Paddleboarding session, Our River Safari, our PAN50 paddles or our Come and Try it days.
Private Group Bath Paddleboarding Sessions
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, organising a family day out, bringing friends together or planning a hen party or youth group activity, we’ll adapt the session to suit you.
You’ll spend approximately 90 minutes on the water, but we recommend allowing around two hours in total. This gives plenty of time for introductions, fitting buoyancy aids, adjusting equipment, the safety briefing and getting everyone comfortably on and off the water.
Every session is different. We can focus on:
1 – Learning the basics of paddleboarding
2 – Building Confidence on the water
3 – Fun Paddleboarding games
4 – A wildlife tour of the River Avon
5 – A mixture of the above
No previous experience is required, making these sessions ideal for families with children aged 8 and above, groups of friends and first-time paddlers alike
Prices
£90 for up to 3 people
£25 for each additional person
Standard group size: 3–8 people
With sufficient notice, we can also accommodate larger groups of up to 16 people for youth organisations, schools, corporate groups and hen parties.
Every booking includes:
Paddleboard hire
Paddle
Buoyancy aid
Safety leash
Qualified instructor
Safety briefing and coaching throughout the session.
River Safari with Aleks Domanski
Our adventure begins just before dusk in Batheaston, where you’ll meet Aleksander Domanski, a passionate nature lover dedicated to capturing the beauty of the natural world and has an extensive background in providing imagery and film for clients such as the BBC, NGOs, and conservation charities.
As we paddle upstream, you’ll hear about the intricate interactions between the river’s wildlife inhabitants. If we are lucky we may see sightings of otters, beavers, fish, and bats and you’ll witness the nocturnal magic and silence of the river at dusk.
The tour culminates in the dark, providing a truly unique perspective of the river and its nocturnal inhabitants. Marvel at the real beauty of the surroundings and savour the tranquillity that envelops you as we make our back.
It’s important to note that this tour is primarily focused on wildlife exploration rather than paddleboarding prowess. Much of the excursion will involve a slow paddle of about 3 miles upstream, often kneeling on the board then floating downstream in silence while sitting or lying on the board.
PAN50 Paddle
Unlike our private group bookings, these are open group sessions, so you can book as an individual, a couple or with friends. It’s a fantastic way to try paddleboarding, build confidence on the water and meet other members of the PAN50 community.
