River Stour in Kent
River Stour, Fordwich, Kent
Go Paddling's PaddlePoints Waterways provides a dedicated page for the River Stour in Kent, offering a map, launch points, routes, and essential licensing information for canoe, kayak, and SUP enthusiasts.

πŸ“œ Explore the River Stour in Kent, a popular destination for paddlers.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Discover routes, launch points, and essential information for canoeing, kayaking, and SUP.

Why Go

πŸ›Ά Ideal for canoe, kayak, and stand-up paddleboarding enthusiasts
πŸ“ Find interactive maps with launches, routes, hazards, and parking
ℹ️ Access comprehensive information on licensing and waterway rules
🀝 Connect with a community-driven platform for shared paddling knowledge
πŸ“Έ Upload photos and create personal markers to enhance your experience

πŸ“ Licensing & Access

⚠️ Many waterways in England and Wales require a licence to paddle
βœ… Check the licence section on PaddlePoints; joining Paddle UK can offer savings and insurance
🚫 PaddlePoints is a user-generated resource; presence of a point does not guarantee right of access
Responsibility for avoiding trespassing lies with the user

πŸ—ΊοΈ Map Features

πŸ” Interactive map displays launches, weirs, rapids, locks, and various points of interest
πŸ“ Filter points by categories like Launch, Weir, Rapids, Slalom, Lock, Pub, Cafe, Parking, Hazard, and more
πŸ’‘ Legend explains symbols for Watercourse, Tidal Water, BC Licensed Water, and PIMS Routes

βž• Adding Your Own Points

✍️ Registered users can map public and private routes
⬆️ Add new PaddlePoints by dragging a pin and entering details like ease of access (Easy, Moderate, More challenging)
πŸ“Έ Upload photos and grant Go Paddling rights for promotional use

⚠️ Important Notes

🚫 No specific contact details, operating hours, or pricing for the River Stour itself are provided
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