Explore the River Tern at Attingham Park

Explore the River Severn from Shrewsbury Town Centre

  • star ratingLoads of fun for the kids and the adults! - Very simple to book and pay - family of 4 in 2 canoes. We got there (Shrewsbury) a bit early to get kitted out and receive instruction and safety briefing, didn't take long, then we were off upstream. Saw kingfishers, swans, loads of ducks, and fish flipping out of the water (including one that was about a foot and a half long).

    avatar thumb volcanictonga
    September 20, 2021

    star ratingWe hired the canoe at Attingham Park and as first timers found the instruction very useful. River was quiet and beautiful and you can go as far and as fast or slow as you like. Really enjoyed it.

    avatar thumb David W
    July 3, 2023

    star ratingBrilliant experience. Will be booking again  - We hired 2 boats for 2 adults and 3 children. It was such a good experience. Clear instructions on how to handle and steer the boat. Found it really easy and a nice route through Attingham Park. Would recommend.

    avatar thumb forever_louly
    September 2, 2022
  • star ratingSo much fun!! We love canoeing now! - Our first time canoeing and we absolutely loved it!! Fab instructions, beautiful surroundings and lots and lots of laughs and splashes. Thank you and we can’t wait to have another go.

    avatar thumb jodX2619BY
    August 1, 2022

    star ratingEnjoyable afternoon messing about on the River Tern - Good fun and some tricky narrow bits to challenge first-timers. Very picturesque surroundings. The current wasn't too strong so it felt safe.

    avatar thumb H3270EYsamanthac
    August 24, 2022

    star ratingDefinitely try this ! - Had a lovely afternoon around Attingham Park and finished the day off with an hour in a canoe. We’ve been saying for ages we’d give it a go and we weren’t disappointed.

    Great briefing beforehand and enjoyed every moment. Peaceful and a beautiful day for it.
    Definitely recommend to anyone visiting.

    avatar thumb Vikk84
    May 21, 2023
  • star ratingBrilliant afternoon! - We hired a canoe at Attingham Park and had a blast. Briefing was detailed, and the route at Attingham was peaceful and quiet. As first time canoers we had a really good time, and would definitely book again!

    avatar thumb jenni-pope
    November 3, 2022

    star ratingCanoeing at Attingham Park - Easy to book, well received on arrival, a great hour paddling on the river Tern. V friendly staff. Highly recommended.

    avatar thumb Mike B
    August 2, 2022

    star ratingHired a canoe at Attingham Park we had the best time. It was a lovely to see the landscape from the river, the instructor was really friendly, the instructions really clear. The route offered a variety of challenges which made it fun. I would definitely do this again.

    avatar thumb K4278ROtracyd
    August 22, 2022
  • star ratingAmazing time - We had an amazing time on the river at Attingham.
    We had 1 canoe between 2 adults and 2 children.
    Everything was explained to us and the guide was very reassuring.
    Would definitely recommend and will be returning to do it again.

    avatar thumb amylO8373NK
    August 2, 2022

Opening Hours

We are open from 10am – 6pm, every weekend and throughout the school holidays at Attingham Park. The season starts on the 23rd March (Easter Holidays) and finishes on the last weekend of September.

Experience required

No experience is required. Our large and comfortable three-man canoes are suitable for all abilities, shapes and sizes. From age 4 to 94. A safety brief and all safety equipment is provided. We use qualified coaches and guides, ensuring the highest standards of safety and enjoyment on this very special river experience.

How many people fit

The capacity of our canoes is three adults. However, other possible configurations are; two adults and a child, one adult and two children or two adults and two small children sharing the central seat. Furry friends (dogs) also welcome!

Group Bookings and Lessons

Group bookings and coaching sessions are also available, enquire now at info@shrewsburycanoehire.co.uk or by calling 07440556844.

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