Shoreline Extreme Sports - Canal Canoe Adventures

Canoeing on the Bude Canal is one of those activities that feels relaxed on the surface but quickly turns into a full-on, slightly competitive adventure once you're underway. Shoreline Extreme Sports - Canal Canoe Adventures in Bude offers open Canadian canoe sessions where you'll paddle as a pair or small group, learning the basics before heading off to explore the calm, sheltered waters that wind through the Neat Valley.

The canal itself makes it an ideal setting, gentle, scenic and easy to navigate, so you can focus on getting the hang of things without feeling rushed. Once you're set up, it becomes part exploration, part challenge, with a map and questions to solve as you make your way along. It's a great option for families or groups, with just enough teamwork, laughter and "we are definitely going the wrong way" moments to keep things interesting.

Dogs can come along too, usually taking up the role of onboard supervisor while everything unfolds around them. Check any size, kit and safety requirements before booking to make sure your dog's ready for the paddle.