Enjoy a relaxing kayaking or paddleboarding adventure along the scenic River Soar in Leicestershire. With an expert instructor by your side, you’ll learn the basics before gliding through peaceful countryside, spotting wildlife, and exploring gentle waterways. Partway through, you’ll stop at a quiet riverside spot to enjoy a delicious prepared picnic. It’s a refreshing outdoor experience that’s perfect for nature lovers and anyone keen to try something new on the water.
About the Experience
Watersports Experience Days: Kayak or paddleboard your way along the beautiful River Soar on this relaxing outdoor adventure in Leicestershire—complete with a peaceful riverside picnic along the route.
Glide down the River Soar on a guided kayaking or paddleboarding trip, taking in tranquil scenery and stopping for a delicious picnic in a quiet spot. With an expert instructor teaching you the basics, you’ll feel confident on the water while soaking up the stunning countryside views.
Your experience begins at Proctor’s Park, where you will collect your equipment and meet your friendly instructor. After a safety briefing, you will head onto Leicestershire’s largest river to learn the essentials of your chosen watersport. Follow your instructor along the gentle waterways as you paddle past countryside landscapes, wildlife, bridges, locks, and weirs. It’s a peaceful yet energising way to explore the local area.
Midway through your journey, you will step ashore at a secluded picnic spot. Settle in and enjoy a tasty prepared picnic featuring sandwiches or wraps, fresh fruit, crisps, pastries, and refreshing drinks. Once you’ve refuelled, you’ll hop back onto the water to continue your scenic route back to where you started.
The Guided Watersports and Picnic Trip on the River Soar is a fantastic way to discover the charm of Barrow-On-Soar, Quorn, and Mountsorrel. It also makes a memorable gift experience for anyone who loves the outdoors or wants to try something new on the water.
