


Explore the River Thames on kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding adventures suitable for families, groups, and children's birthday parties.
Venue Type
Outdoor
Typical visit duration
All day
Booking
Book in advance
Wow wow wow! Thank you guys, you are fantastic! Easy to find, to park and guidance was perfect
We recently organized a 1-hour Children’s Canoe Rafting Party with Back of Beyond UK, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. (Apologies if I misspell any names, especially Piers, who was particularly wonderful!) The activity was incredibly well thought out children first had the chance to build their own boats, which they absolutely loved, and then they got to take them out on the water and enjoy endless fun. It was such a unique and engaging combination of creativity and outdoor adventure. Throughout the entire process, the team was extremely helpful and responsive, both via email beforehand and in person on the day. They made everything feel smooth and well-organized, which really helped us relax and enjoy the experience. Most importantly, all the children were genuinely happy and fully immersed in the activity. they left with huge smiles and unforgettable memories. It’s worth noting that changing facilities and toilets are not directly on-site, so you need to plan a little in advance. However, the team gives clear guidance on how to manage this. Since we were there for a birthday party, we brought along a couple of pop-up changing tents and used the nearby green area to get the kids ready, which worked perfectly and allowed the fun to continue without interruption. Overall, this is a brilliant, water-filled activity that we would highly recommend for children’s parties or group events. A truly memorable experience for everyone involved!
The experience was even better than I thought would be. The instructor of the briefing was amazing and gave us all the information necessary to have a good time. The equipment was good and the weather did help us to have the best time! Totally recommend it!
We had such amazing time kayaking up and down river, instructor John was great, very detailed on do's and dont'sof river and keeping safe. Very relaxing, therapeutic and beautiful scenery. A few pubs if you wanted to stop and soak up the atmosphere.
What an excellent outdoor adventure company! Turned up with some youngsters for an afternoon paddle on the river and whoo.. it was wild! First off, in order to get you water-confident and to get the basics mastered,, you get a thorough explanation of the river, there are instructors on hand to share their passion for canoeing and kayaking. You get a safety check. These instructors have a good knowledge of the area and give excellent information on parts of the river to navigate away. Love the way the business is organised. Cheery staff. A most ideal location on this stretch of the Thames. Parking on Ham Riverside carpark 8 mins walk away. Don’t forget water and a hat!
Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026
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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026
