The 5 Stand-Up Paddleboarding in the UK That Earn Their Price

1.Paddleboarding Around Newquay’s Coastline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 117 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $83Our pick

Learn stand-up paddleboarding in a small group of no more than eight, then follow an instructor along Newquay’s sheltered coves, harbor, and bay. Equipment, wetsuit, buoyancy aid, and a safety lesson are included. Suitable for children over 8 with moderate fitness.

“James was a great guide with a real interest and knowledge of wildlife and local history. I would say the Paddleboarding isn’t for the faint hearted actually, and if you’re unfit, even tougher. I was surprised how hard going it was on mildly choppy water, having only done it on still lakes and calm tropical sea before! Falling in with a helmet, life vest, wetsuit and trainers on wasn’t pleasant anlthough appreciate H&S takes priority for any of these businesses. Highlight was seeing an adult seal and a youngster which was totally unexpected. Would probably chose kayaking in future due to fitness level!”

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2.Bristol Paddleboarding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $62Best value

Learn stand-up paddleboarding on Bristol’s Floating Harbour with SUP Bristol. Your instructor covers safety, kneeling, standing, strokes, turns, and self-rescue before leading a short harbour journey. Groups are limited to eight per instructor, with wetsuits, changing rooms, and hot showers available.

“We had an excellent session out on the water with Lexie - would deffo recommend! Booked for my best friend’s stag. A beautiful spot to paddle, and Lexie introduced some fun games too. Great value for money”

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3.Giant Stand Up Paddle Boarding Experience in Newquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $83

Join Newquay Activity Centre for a two-hour giant SUP trip along the Cornish coast. Guides such as Rudi, James, Oleks, Amy, and Harrison help groups paddle into coves and caves, spot seals, and learn local tales. Wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, paddle, and heated changing rooms are included.

“Rudi was amazing and we got to see and swim with sea puppies it was awesome ! Water was lovely and warm our guide wAs really good he told us all the history and we had lots of fun !”

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4.Paddle Boarding on Derwent Water

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115

Meet Woody at Derwent Water Jetties in Keswick for a three-hour paddleboarding lesson on Derwentwater. You’ll walk five minutes to the shore, get a board, wetsuit, buoyancy aid, and practical coaching, then paddle among mountain views and local wildlife in a group of no more than six.

“Woody brought the gear and guided us through a really fun paddle experience on Derwent Water. With hurricane Agnes slowly making her way to the Lake District, Woody guided us out onto the water. The winds picked up by the end of the outing, but Woody had engineered our trajectory such that we were blown back to our starting point by the gently increasing breeze.”

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5.Stand-up Paddleboard SUP Safari on The River Avon For Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $93

Meet Alex or James at Arden Sailing Club near Eckington for a 2.5-hour beginner SUP lesson and river safari. You’ll learn board control, paddle strokes, turns, and safety before heading along the peaceful Avon. Equipment is provided, and you must be 12 or older and able to swim 50 metres.

“Myself and partner had a wonderful morning river safari with Alex. She gave us great instruction and advice on all things sup like boards, good routes to try and even tips for paddling with our daughter. She is so lovely and friendly and put us both completely at ease.”

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