The weather seems to have finally read the room, and we’re now well and truly ready for summer. If you are currently on the lookout for some fun-filled summer plans to jam-pack your diary with, look no further. The adventure-aficionados down at Secret Adventures have got us covered with their oar-some kayaking experience.
On selected dates throughout the summer, adventure seekers will be given the chance (and the equipment) to paddle their way down London’s oldest canal until they reach the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow (or in this case – the brewery at the end of the canal). Kayakers can then reward themselves with a well-earned pint at the Crate Brewery in Hackney Wick. Canoe believe it?!
The Kayak to Crate Brewery experience
Starting at the canoe shed in Limehouse, you’ll be given a safety briefing and everything you’ll need for your urban adventure. Once you’ve been briefed and your valuables are safely stowed in the van which will meet you at the other end, it’s time for you to take the plunge (hopefully not literally).
At just over 5k, the route follows the Limehouse Cut and the River Lee, where you’ll get to see some swans and other birdlife. You can paddle at your own pace but the route will take roughly an hour and a half – and with the kick-off being 6.30pm – you might even be treated to some dreamy golden hour views.
The end of the escapade will be the waterside brewery, Crate Brewery. But you can, of course, also have an explore around the many other great bars and restaurants in Hackney Wick. It’s whatever floats your boat, really. Get it?
A peaceful paddle down the oldest canal in London followed by a refreshing pint at a brilliant brewery – canoe think of a better way to spend a warm summer evening? I certainly can’t.
Kayak to Crate Brewery is taking place on selected dates between May and August. Tickets cost £49.99pp and you must be over 18 and able to swim to partake. The meeting point is the Canoe Shed Limehouse Basin, E14 7JZ. The nearest stations is Limehouse.
Find out more and plan your adventure here.