HEREFORD CANOE FIELD GUIDE
Three days of paddling and camping: Hay to Hoarwithy by canoe
A structured, three-day canoe expedition from Hay to Hoarwithy—camping at Bycross Farm and Hereford Rowing Club with kit, briefings and return transport included.
Three days of paddling and camping: Hay to Hoarwithy by canoe.
Embark on an unforgettable three-day canoeing adventure, paddling through stunning landscapes from Hay to Hoarwithy. The route pairs long days on the water with two nights under canvas—at Bycross Farm campsite and at Hereford Rowing Club—and includes comprehensive safety briefings and a transport return to your starting point.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hay to Hoarwithy across three full days
The expedition covers an end-to-end paddling route between Hay and Hoarwithy over three days, with consecutive days on the water and overnight camping at designated sites.
Nights at Bycross Farm and Hereford Rowing Club
Participants sleep at Bycross Farm campsite after day one and at Hereford Rowing Club after day two—bookings at those sites are recommended in advance.
Kit, safety briefings and return transport included
Multi-day trips include all canoe kit, thorough safety briefings, free parking at the operator's Hay site, and free transport back to Hay from the finish point.
What the day feels like
What the three-day canoe expedition feels like
Expect long, purposeful days on the water over three consecutive days, punctuated by campsite nights at rural locations—ample time to settle into rhythm, manage gear provided by the operator, and rely on a planned transport return at the trip’s end.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits and what to check before you go.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The expedition runs across three days with long full days on the water; plan for sustained paddling each day.
All canoe kit and safety briefings are included. The operator also provides free parking at their Hay site and free transport back to Hay from the finish point.
Camping is at Bycross Farm campsite (night one) and Hereford Rowing Club (night two); participants should contact those campsites in advance to confirm space.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the trip begin each day?
Day 1 begins with a 9:00 a.m. briefing in Hay.
How long are the paddling days?
The trip is three days in duration with approximately seven hours of paddling per day.
Where do we camp each night?
Night one is at Bycross Farm campsite and night two is at Hereford Rowing Club; participants are advised to contact those campsites in advance to ensure space.
Is equipment provided?
All canoe kit is provided and the trip includes safety briefings.
What about parking and return transport?
The operator includes free parking at their site in Hay and free transport back to Hay from the finish point.
Where does the trip finish and how do we leave from there?
The trip finishes at Hoarwithy with pickup arranged at Tresseck Campsite.