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Where Can I Paddleboard in the UK?

Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) is a water sport that has surged in popularity over the past decade which involves standing on a large, inflatable board and paddling across the water.

SUP is both a fun recreational activity and an excellent full body workout - balancing on the board engages the core muscles, while paddling works the shoulders, arms, and back. SUP is also a low-impact exercise, making it suitable for people of all fitness levels, including those with joint concerns. Beyond its physical benefits, stand-up paddleboarding is known for its mental health advantages. The serene experience of gliding over water can reduce stress and promote relaxation. Many enthusiasts appreciate the close connection with nature, often paddling in scenic locations.

Whether for fitness, leisure, or a sense of adventure, stand-up paddleboarding offers a versatile and enriching experience. Its accessibility and the ability to tailor the activity to individual preferences make it an appealing choice for outdoor enthusiasts around the world.

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Afon Tryweryn New

The Tryweryn River is best known as the home of the National White Water Centre, making it a go-to place for rafting and kayaking. The river flows strongly, so it's suited to those with expe...

Bassenthwaite Lake New

Bassenthwaite Lake is the most northerly of all the lakes in the Lake District and has been designated as a site of special scientific interest. Parking around the lake is limited. There are...

Bewl Water New

Bewl Water is the largest reservoir in the South East of England, is open all year around and is surrounded by incredible landscapes and native wildlife.

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Bossiney Cove New

Bossiney Cove is a hidden gem on the north Cornwall coast, reached by a steep path and steps down the cliffs near Tintagel. At low tide it opens up into a beautiful sandy bay with caves and...

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Buttermere New

Buttermere is a lake in the Lake District which is approximately 1.2 mi in length and has a maximum depth of 28.6 metres. Its primary outflow is Buttermere Dubs, a short stream which connect...

Cayton Bay Beach New

Cayton Bay is a sweeping sandy beach just south of Scarborough, known for its dramatic cliffs and excellent surf. It’s a popular spot with surfers and paddleboarders, though the waves and...

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Cheddar Reservoir New

Clywedog Reservoir New

Clywedog Reservoir is a scenic body of water set high in the Cambrian Mountains. It's popular for sailing, paddleboarding, and fishing, with the surrounding hills offering fantastic walking...

Coniston Water New

Found in the heart of the Lake District, Coniston Water is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking breathtaking landscapes and exciting activities. As the third-largest lake...

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Cooden Beach New

Cooden Beach is a quiet shingle beach near Bexhill-on-Sea, with wide views across the English Channel. It’s a peaceful alternative to the busier Sussex beaches and is great for walking, sw...

Cromer Beach New

Cromer Beach is a classic North Norfolk seaside spot, famous for its pier and wide stretches of sand at low tide. It’s a lively beach with plenty of space for swimming, paddleboarding, and...

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Crummock Water New

Crummock Water is 2.5 miles long, 3/4 mile wide and 140 feet deep. It's clear with a rocky bottom, surrounded by steep fellsides of Skiddaw slate. Crummock has limited access to the watersid...

Dale Beach New

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Derwentwater New

Derwentwater is a 2.9 mile lake found just south of Keswick. It can be very busy, especially in those warm summer months.

Ellerton Lake New

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Grasmere New

Grasmere is beloved for its charm: small, serene, and surrounded by fells and literary legacy. It's perfect for a calming paddle or a row among poets' favourite landscapes. Access is straigh...

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Harlyn Beach New

Harlyn Beach is a wide, sheltered bay just west of Padstow and one of the most family-friendly beaches in north Cornwall. With its golden sand, gentle slope, and clear water, it’s popular...

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Housel Bay Beach New

Housel Bay Beach is a secluded sandy cove tucked beneath steep cliffs on the Lizard Peninsula. Access is via a narrow footpath and steps, which keeps it quieter than many of the nearby beach...

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Hunstanton South Beach New

Hunstanton South Beach offers long stretches of sand and shallow waters, making it a popular spot for beach days, swimming, and paddleboarding. Unlike the busier promenade area of Hunstanton...

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Lake Ullswater New

Lake Ullswater is often referred to as the "jewel of the Lake District" and is the second largest lake in the region. It offers a wealth of outdoor activities options set against stunning, u...

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Lake Vyrnwy New

Lake Vyrnwy is a Victorian reservoir surrounded by forests and moorland. As well as watersports like paddleboarding, canoeing, and sailing, it's a haven for birdwatching and walking. The fam...

Lake Windermere New

Lake Windermere is nestled in the heart of the Lake District, England, and is the largest natural lake in England. Spanning about 10.5 miles long and 1 mile wide, its waters are surrounded b...

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Liverpool Docks New

Liverpool’s historic docks offer a dynamic blend of urban paddling, sport, and sightseeing.

Llandrindod Lake New

Llandrindod Lake sits in the heart of Llandrindod Wells and is a small, scenic lake popular with walkers, families, and birdwatchers. There’s a circular path around the water, making it id...

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Llangorse Lake New

Llangorse Lake is the largest natural lake in South Wales and has long been popular with visitors. It's a hub for boating, sailing, paddleboarding, and fishing, and is also a designated Site...

Llyn Brenig New

Llyn Brenig is a large reservoir on the Denbigh Moors and is popular for fishing, sailing, paddleboarding, and cycling. There's a visitor centre with facilities, parking, and a café, making...

Llyn Cwellyn New

Llyn Cwellyn sits between Snowdon and Mynydd Mawr, giving it a dramatic mountain backdrop. It's used for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding, though some areas are part of a wate...

Llyn Dinas New

Llyn Dinas lies in the Nant Gwynant valley and offers one of the most picturesque places to get on the water in Snowdonia. It's often used for paddleboarding, canoeing, and wild swimming, wi...

Llyn Geirionydd New

Llyn Geirionydd is one of the few lakes in Snowdonia where powerboats are permitted, so expect a mix of activities on the water. Paddleboarding and kayaking are still popular here, and the l...

Llyn Gwynant New

Nestled in the Nant Gwynant valley, Llyn Gwynant is known for its sweeping mountain backdrop and easy access. Visitors use the lake for paddleboarding, swimming, kayaking, and even a quick d...

Llyn Mair New

Set in a wooded valley near the Ffestiniog Railway, Llyn Mair is a small, peaceful lake perfect for a gentle paddle or picnic. The lake was originally created as an ornamental feature but is...

Llyn Padarn New

Llyn Padarn is a two-mile long glacial lake sitting beneath the dramatic peaks of Snowdonia. It's a hub for outdoor adventure, with calm stretches of water ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking...

Llyn Tegid New

Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) is the largest natural lake in Wales, stretching over four miles in length. It's a well-known destination for sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, and wild swimming....

Llyn Trawsfynydd New

Llyn Trawsfynydd is a large reservoir set among rolling hills, with plenty of space for water-based activities. It's popular for fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and boating. Around the sh...

Llynnau Mymbyr New

Framed by one of the best views of the Snowdon Horseshoe, Llynnau Mymbyr is a pair of linked lakes perfect for a quiet day outdoors. The water is usually calm, making it a good choice for pa...

Loch Ard New

Nestled in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, Loch Ard is a sheltered, scenic loch fringed by forest. It’s a peaceful spot for stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, or rowboating, and...

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Loch Bradan New

Loch Doon New

Loch Lomond New

Loch Lomond is one of Scotland’s top watersports playgrounds - think kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, wakeboarding, and even water-skiing. The loch is also a magnet for walkers and cycl...

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Loch Morlich New

Loch Morlich is a gem nestled at the foot of the Cairngorms. With a sandy beach, forest backdrop, and mountain views, it’s perfect for SUP, kayaking, sailing - or even mountain biking. The...

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Loch Ness New

Loch Ness needs no introduction - deep, legendary, and full of lore. Besides its monster myth, it’s a hub for boat tours, fishing, wild swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding along more sh...

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Loch of Skene New

Loch of Skene is a shallow freshwater loch set in peaceful countryside west of Aberdeen. It’s a popular spot for birdwatching and fishing, with large numbers of geese and wildfowl using th...

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Loch Tay New

Loch Tay is a vast, dramatic loch in Perthshire, stretching over 14 miles and edged by soaring mountains. It delivers big on outdoor variety - Sailing, canoeing, SUP, water trampolines, and...

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Loch Turret Reservoir New

Loch Turret is a remote, freshwater reservoir tucked into Glen Turret, northwest of Crieff. Though not widely used for watersports, it’s loved by walkers and wildlife enthusiasts for its v...

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Long Rock Beach New

Long Rock Beach stretches between Penzance and Marazion, with views across Mount’s Bay to the iconic St Michael’s Mount. The sheltered waters here make it a popular choice for paddleboar...

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Lower Lliw Reseroir New

Lower Lliw Reservoir is a peaceful spot tucked away in the hills above Swansea, popular with walkers, anglers, and birdwatchers. Managed by Welsh Water, it has a small visitor centre with pa...

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Loweswater New

Loweswater is one of the smaller, quieter lakes in the Lake District, tucked away near Cockermouth. At just under 2 km long, it’s ideal for a peaceful paddle or a reflective row - all with...

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Lydd Water New

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Maenporth Beach New

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Marazion Beach New

Marazion Beach is best known for its sweeping views across Mount’s Bay to the iconic St Michael’s Mount. The beach itself is long and sandy, with gently shelving waters that make it a gr...

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Marine Lake New

Milford Haven Beach New

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Newgale Beach New

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North Bay Beach New

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Oxwich Beach New

Oxwich Beach is a two-mile stretch of golden sand backed by dunes, woodlands, and salt marshes, making it one of the most scenic spots on the Gower. The wide bay is popular for paddleboardin...

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Pickmere Lake New

Pickmere Lake is located in the picturesque countryside of Cheshire and is a great destination for outdoor lovers. This beautiful, 40-acre lake is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a ra...

Polzeath Beach New

Polzeath Beach is a wide, sandy bay on the north Cornwall coast, popular with families, surfers, and paddleboarders alike. The gently shelving sand and consistent swell make it great for beg...

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Pontsticill Reservoir New

Pontsticill Reservoir is set within the Brecon Beacons National Park and is surrounded by forests and hills. It's used for paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing, and walking, with several car pa...

Porth Mynawyd New

Porth Mynawyd, often called Pointz Castle, is a small, rugged cove on the Pembrokeshire coast, close to Newgale. It's a quieter spot than many of the larger beaches nearby, with dramatic cli...

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Porthleven Beach New

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Praa Sands Beach New

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Rhyl Beach New

Rhyl Beach is a long sandy stretch on the North Wales coast, great for family days out, swimming, and watersports. The wide beach is backed by a promenade with plenty of facilities, includin...

River Avon New

River Blackwater New

The River Blackwater winds its way through Essex, with stretches near Chelmsford offering peaceful paddling and riverside walks. Launch points are limited and access can depend on land owner...

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River Bure New

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River Gannel New

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River Nene New

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River Rother New

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River Wye New

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Roadford Lake New

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Roadford Lake New

Roker Beach New

Roker Beach is a wide, sandy bay at the mouth of the River Wear, popular with families, walkers, and watersports enthusiasts. Its sheltered position makes it a good choice for paddleboarding...

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Rye Lake New

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Sale Water Park New

Tucked just south of Manchester, Sale Water Park spans 152 acres of green space and a deep, gravel-pit lake. It’s a favoured fishing venue, and the Trafford Water Sports Centre offers wind...

Salford Quays New

Salford Quays are a lively urban waterside scene offering a rich mix of activities - from SUP and kayaking to open-water swimming, powerboating, and more. The Salford Watersports Centre runs...

Saundersfoot Beach New

Saundersfoot Beach is a wide sandy bay on the Pembrokeshire coast, perfect for watersports, beach walks, and family days out. Its sheltered position makes it a popular choice for paddleboard...

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Scotman's Flash New

Scotman's Flash is a hidden gem just a short distance from Wigan town centre. Set among the unique Flashes of Wigan and Leigh Natural Nature Reserve, our stunning natural environment is the...

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Semerwater New

Semerwater is one of only a handful of natural lakes in the Yorkshire Dales and sits in a quiet valley near Bainbridge. It’s a peaceful spot surrounded by rolling hills, making it a great...

Sheffield Bottom New

Shropshire Union Canal New

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South Shields Long Beach New

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Stithians Reservoir New

Stithians Reservoir is one of the largest inland waters in Cornwall and a hub for watersports of all kinds. The lake is managed by South West Lakes Trust and has a dedicated activity centre...

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Swanpool Beach New

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Tenby North Beach New

Tenby North Beach is one of the most photographed beaches in Wales, with its golden sand and the iconic Goskar Rock rising from the bay. The beach is sheltered, making it a popular choice fo...

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The Mere New

The Mere is the largest of the glacial meres around Ellesmere and is a haven for both watersports and wildlife. Paddleboarding and kayaking are popular here, as well as walking around the la...

Upper Rivington Reservoir New

Nestled in the West Pennine Moors between Rivington and Anglezarke, Upper Rivington Reservoir is a peaceful walking and fishing spot. Its dam walls and bridleway paths make it great for scen...

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Usk Reservoir New

Usk Reservoir lies on the western edge of the Brecon Beacons and offers a remote, tranquil setting. It's a good spot for paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching. A circular path...

Wallasey Beach New

Wallasey Beach stretches along the Wirral coastline with wide sands and views across Liverpool Bay. It’s a good spot for long walks, dog walking, and watersports when conditions allow.

Wastwater New

Wastwater is nicely tucked away in the remote Wasdale Valley and is the deepest lake in England and one of the most dramatic locations in the Lake District. Right next to Scafell Pike, the h...

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Whitby Sea Front New

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Wimbleball Lake New

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Winsford Flash New

Winsford Flash (also known as Bottom Flash) is a wide stretch of the River Weaver and a well-used spot for sailing, canoeing, and paddleboarding. The local sailing club operates here, and th...

Wyresdale New

Wyresdale Lake sits within the Wyresdale Park estate on the edge of the Forest of Bowland. It’s a scenic private lake surrounded by woodland and farmland, often used for fishing and as par...

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