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Pontcysyllte Aqueduct Canoe Tour

Paddle in the Sky – the best way to experience the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

A phenomenal canoe trip over the stream in the sky. Available for all abilities with any level of experience. 

Join us on one of our Llangollen Aqueduct Canoe Tours.  Canoe over Thomas Telford’s world heritage marvel of engineering which stands 38 metres (126 ft) above the River Dee after a tranquil and picturesque journey down the Llangollen Canal. 

A not-to-be-missed activity in Llangollen, North Wales. Perfect for individuals, couples, family adventures, school groups, stag & hen dos and corporate team training. Everyone is welcome. We have both 2 and 3-seater Canoes so any group size can be accommodated.

Perfectly situated close to the A5 route into Snowdonia, add this half-day activity to a weekend break in North Wales.

A stunning family-friendly thing to do. An unforgettable activity for anyone tailored for any size of group. Dog friendly at owners’ own risk.

This canoe experience includes a half-day paddle on the Llangollen Canal including logistics. Suitable for anyone over the age of 8. Younger children are welcome accompanied by a parent. 

We can run an adapted version of this session for anyone wanting to do an Aqueduct Kayak Tour. 

Have you seen our alternative tour? Please book our alternative Canoe Trip if you fancy a change or have a fear of hights as the Chirk Aqueduct is more protected without the shear drop next to you. Chirk Aqueduct & Tunnel Canoe Tour

Aqueduct Facts

The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct was completed in 1805 and is the highest aqueduct in Britain. The cast-iron trough construction is 3.4 metres (11 ft) wide and 1.6 metres (5.25 ft) deep. Eighteen stone arches support the aqueduct 38 metres (126 ft) above the River Dee.

My Wife and I chose the 3 hour canoe experience, across the viaduct. We would recommend this to anyone. It was a great enjoyable morning. Really pleased we booked this activity. Chris our tutor/guide was fab

Gary

The Details

Price: 

£59 per person – 13 Yrs + (min 2 people)

£55 per person – 12yrs and under (with at least one adult)

Individual private sessions for £89

Guest Req:

Age 8+ and confident in water.

If over 16 stone please contact us before booking.

Younger children can be accompanied by Parent/Guardian.

Dog friendly at owners risk.

Clothing:

All safety equipment is provided, you will need outdoor clothing with sturdy footwear to suit the conditions that could get wet, and a head for heights.

Duration:

3hr session most days of the year!

09:30-12:30 or 13:30-16:30

0915 or 1315 Park and walk to the meeting place

See booking confirmation of where to park. No more than a 5 mninute walk.

Meet 0930 or 1330

See booking confirmation or Map below for exact location

Kit Up and Briefing (30 mins)

Equipment distribution & fitting, Carrying Canoes to waterside, Saftey Brief. This activity is run on locaton. Alike many great adventures to make the most of time and location. There are public Toilets where we meet.

Canoe Familiarisation and Instruction for the Journey (up to 15 mins)

Some profesional instruction of keeping your balance, how to haddle, steer and keep you Canoe going in a straight line

Canoe Tour along Llangollen Canal to incorporate paddling over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct (approx 2 hours)

This tour will be adapted to the groups wants and needs and will involve a jourey Up and down the Canal including the Aqueduct at least Twice should you want to paddle over it.

Approx 1215 or 1615 Return to Trevor Basin

All good advetures have to end at some point, we will dismount where we got on, return equipment back to the Trailer and share photos with you before saying good bye.

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