STIBBINGTON BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Evening SUP Socials on the Nene: Sibson Lake to the River Nene in a 90‑Minute Glide
A concise field guide to the River Nene Paddlesports SUP Club: weekly Thursday, 90‑minute social paddles from May to August that cover roughly 2–3 miles and alternate meeting points between Peterborough and Oundle.
Evening SUP Socials on the Nene: Sibson Lake to the River Nene in a 90‑Minute Glide.
Join the River Nene Paddlesports SUP Club every Thursday from May through August for a 90‑minute paddle that threads Sibson Lake and stretches onto the River Nene. The club’s format emphasizes a social atmosphere as paddlers cover typically 2–3 miles each week, meeting at Sibson Lake for an evening start and rotating meeting locations between Peterborough and Oundle.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Weekly, Social Paddles
Sessions are organized as a social club—paddlers gather for a group paddle that emphasizes connection and a friendly atmosphere rather than racing or instruction.
Sibson Lake into the River Nene
Each outing runs from Sibson Lake and explores nearby reaches of the River Nene, typically covering 2–3 miles over the 90‑minute session; meeting locations rotate between Peterborough and Oundle on different weeks.
Best for Paddlers with Some Experience
The club is intended for people who already have some stand‑up paddleboarding experience rather than absolute beginners, making sessions brisk and socially focused on group paddling.
What the day feels like
What the 90 Minutes Feels Like
You meet at Sibson Lake in the early evening, assemble with the group and set out for a guided social paddle. Over 90 minutes the group covers roughly 2–3 miles, moving between sheltered lake water and stretches of the River Nene. The pace and routing are geared toward a social outing—enough distance to feel accomplished but intended for group conversation and shared scenic time on the water. Meeting points alternate between Peterborough and Oundle on different weeks, and organizers will notify participants if the venue changes in advance.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
If you own a board you must provide your British Canoeing (Paddle UK) membership number to launch; normal hire charges apply for hired boards.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When do the SUP Social Club sessions run?
Sessions run every Thursday from May to August, starting at 17:45 at Sibson Lake, with meeting locations that can alternate between Peterborough and Oundle.
How long is a typical session?
Each session lasts 90 minutes.
How far do we paddle during a session?
Sessions usually cover approximately 2–3 miles.
Is there an age limit to join?
Yes—participants must be aged 18 or over.
What if the meeting point changes?
Organizers will contact participants two days beforehand if the meeting point changes.
Do I need a membership or can I hire a board?
If you own a board you must provide your British Canoeing (Paddle UK) membership number to launch; normal hire charges apply for hired boards.
How much does a session cost?
Sessions start at £15 per person.