Royal Paddling Challenge 2026

The Paddling Challenge is the oldest kayak race in the world and the trophy has been competed for since 1874. 

We are delighted that ICON are once more sponsoring the race.

The race is a mass start format 10km race over 4 laps.  There is additionally a 5km race which juniors may enter instead over 2 laps, a 7.5km race for outriggers and a 2km race for U12s.

9.00am Check In opens

10.30am U12s race (2km)

11.30am 5km Junior Race

12.30pm The Paddling Challenge Race (10km) plus Outriggers race (7.5km)

There will be a briefing for each race 30 mins prior to the race start time.

ENTRIES ACCEPTED ON THE DAY - CLOSE 1HR BEFORE THE START

Prizes:

We will be giving CASH prizes with men and women senior winners receiving £250 for 1st place, £100 for 2nd and £50 for 3rd.
The first junior girl and boy racing in the 10k race will each receive an ICON voucher to the value of £50, and the winners of the 5k race will each receive a £25 voucher.

Refreshments:

Bacon rolls, cakes, coffee & tea will be served in the clubhouse

A fully stocked bar will be open after the race so please join us.