CANOEING

Please be aware that we do not have any rental equipment for canoeing or kayaking. The prices listed below are for day paddlers bringing their own equipment, not for boat hire.

Sleningford Watermill is a popular place for canoeists to access the beautiful River Ure. Day canoeists are welcome to paddle within Sleningford Watermill’s boundaries, subject to the relevant  Paddler's Terms and Conditions being observed by individuals and groups.

If you are planning to paddle at Sleningford, please read the following information for your safety and convenience. To pre book and make sure we can accomodate your trip please email contact@sleningfordwatermill.co.uk before you visit. We advise this for all groups to avoid dissapointment.

SLENINGFORD ACCESS FOR DAY PADDLERS

Winter: River access is available throughout the winter season (November-March) with the exception of the 24th, 25th and 26th of December. Pre booking is essential.

Summer: Priority will always go to our overnghts guests. However please drop us an email  to check if we can welcome you to site on your preferred date. We may be unable to grant access if the campsite is full and no prior agreement to visit has been sought.

FEES

The fees for paddling include:

• Water access 
• Car parking
• Use of toilets and showers

An honesty box is available at reception during the winter season if we are not available to take payment. The Pre-booked rate and access to facilities is available for individuals and groups who contact us before their visit. 

RIVER ACCESS BEYOND SLENINGFORD'S BOUNDARIES

Paddling from Mickley

Paddlers coming to Sleningford down the water from Mickley must make sure that they have researched the access for this with their local club.

Paddling to Ripon

There is no access agreement to canoe beyond Sleningford Watermill's boundaries and down to Ripon. This a government protected SSSI (site of special scientific interest) and permission must be sought to paddle this stretch – during the spring and summer months access is extremely likely to be prohibited.

ADVICE FROM BRITISH CANOEING

All canoeists (whether staying on the park or day visitors) must adhere to British Canoeing safety guidelines:

• Don’t paddle alone
• Wear a buoyancy aid
• If head injuries are a significant risk, wear a helmet
• Let someone know what your plans are
• Check weather forecasts and, if appropriate, water levels or tides
• Stay flexible; be prepared to change your plans
• Be a ‘team player’; put the best interest of the group first

Please be aware that moving water is always dangerous, whatever the level, and you enter the river or millrace at your own risk. Sleningford Water Mill Company Ltd. will not be liable for actions resulting in death, personal injury or damage to property unless arising from their own negligence or other breach of duty. This extends to all areas of the park, including the river and millrace. Any cars or vehicles, and their contents, are left unattended at your own risk.