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Stand Up Paddleboard - Hiring

A board which you stand on (a little like a surf board) and use a paddle to steer and manoeuvre

£ 21

Canoe - Hiring

Minimum 2 per boat max 3 • boat with wood/plastic seats to sit on and use paddle to maneuver boat

£ 47.25

Sit on Kayak - Hiring

A kayak which you sit on top rather than legs inside the board and use a paddle to manoeuvre the craft

£ 21

Stand Up Paddleboard - Bring your own

£ 11.50

Canoe  - Bring your own

£ 11.50

Kayak - Bring your own

£ 11.50

Sit on kayak - Bring your own

£ 11.50

Prices include fees

From Summer 2025, you can now enjoy self-launch access every Sunday at Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer. Whether you’re bringing a kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddle board (SUP), our scenic spot on Pontsticill Reservoir offers a peaceful and inspiring place to explore the water under your own steam.

Self Launch available on request on other days and subject to availability.

What’s Included

  • Designated launch access to Pontsticill Reservoir

  • Free onsite parking

  • Staff on hand for check-in and safety guidance

Pricing

  • From £10.50 per person

  • Sessions must be pre-booked online

  • Available every Sunday.   Other days on request subject to availability,  water and weather conditions

Key Information

  • Suitable for kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards (SUPs)

  • Personal equipment and buoyancy aids are required

  • All participants must have insurance

  • Under 18s must be supervised by an adult

  • No motorised craft permitted