Welsh Canoe Classics

Welsh Canoe Classics: A Canoeist and Kayaker’s Guide is an illustrated journey through the finest touring routes of Wales – from serene lakes and winding canals to majestic estuaries and whitewater rivers, as they can only be seen from canoe or kayak.

Written by three highly experienced paddlers – Eddie Palmer, Adam Robson and Nigel Wilford – this comprehensive guide showcases the best inland and coastal canoe and kayak trips in Wales, with detailed route descriptions, full-colour photographs and clear maps.

Inside you’ll find:

• 64 routes and tours across rivers, lakes, estuaries and canals
• Options for open canoes, sit-on-tops and touring kayaks
• Seven whitewater trips for those seeking extra adventure
• Detailed route notes, maps and stunning photography
• Ideas for multi-day trips with camping options

Why this guide stands out:

• Combines practical guidance with scenic inspiration
• All routes are accessible yet diverse – ideal for every skill level
• Perfect for planning voyages or revisiting favourite waterways

Whether you’re an experienced paddler or new to canoe touring, Welsh Canoe Classics will inspire exploration and help you discover the beauty and variety of Wales’ waterways.

There was an incident in 2021 in which there were four fatalities on the weir described on page 120. This tragedy occurred when the river was in full flood and the water levels were off the scale. The description is essentially correct (if a bit lighthearted in the light of what happened) in reasonable water levels, but the authors would underline the suggestion that the weir be inspected before setting off.