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We are a busy club with lots to get involved in, new places to paddle and people to meet. Below you will see a list of stories and pictures from previous Paddles and Safaris.
Kent & Sussex Weekend
August Bank Holiday camping and paddling in Kent & Sussex. Two coastal paddles, one river & a canal - sometimes Plan B is better than Plan A!
River Hamble Safari
An all female summer SUP Safari to Hampshire. A perfect day trip filled with fun, friendship, sunshine, beautiful scenery and fantastic beer.
Arun Small Boat Rally
We joined The Wey & Arun Canal Trust's popular Boat Rally to celebrate a long tradition of navigating a river which was once part of a route from…
Celebrating the Summer Solstice 2025
DPB Club members past & present joined with non-members for a free SUP-tastic day celebrating the Summer Solstice at Albany Reach Park.
St Patrick’s Stream Safari
What better way to enjoy the great outdoors than with a paddleboarding adventure along the enchanting St Patrick's Stream?
A REAL SUP Safari on the River Mole
10 paddle boarding explorers braved the Amazon "AKA The River Mole" for an adventure climbing over and under obstacles with like minded people!
Limehouse Loop
12 intrepid explorers took to public transport to paddle the Limehouse Loop where they covered 5 canals in one day!
Pink Paddle for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Pink paddlers were out in force to raise awareness of Breast Cancer and funds for Cancer Research UK.
Dudley and Netherton Tunnels
24 paddlers ventured into the Dudley and Netherton Tunnels for an amazing trip through history. This was going to be an experience to remember!
The Jungles of West Berkshire
We have over the last few years been heading to sections of the Kennet and Avon Canal for a days Safari.
Canterbury Adventure – Taking a board for a walk
Going for a little paddle to Canterbury and having a look around the Cathedral sounded like a fun idea. Little did we know just how much fun!
Dittons does ‘All the Wey’
Twelve Paddle Boarders from Dittons paddled the whole of the Wey Navigation on Sunday 10th September 2023, which has become an annual event.
Summer Socials
With the lighter evenings and warmer weather the Social Paddling season has really got underway.
West London Paddle to the Strip Club!
Ok, now I have your attention, you will have to read down to see if we went in 😎
Social Paddling
Social Paddling is at the heart of what we do at DPB. It is fun and friendly. We never leave anyone behind and everyone's welcome!
Bobbing along to Brentford
Q: What to do on a Beautiful Easter Sunday? A: Go and explore the Brentford Branch of the Grand Union Canal by SUP.
Return to the Hot Tub
We returned to the Hot Tub for a series of Winter training in the luxurious warm waters of Hampton Pool.
First Sunday Social of the Year
After a month of too much rain or freezing temperatures, finally the first weekend in February delivered a stunning Sunday.