HOWTOWN CANOE FIELD GUIDE
Open Canadian Canoes from Howtown: Ullswater by Paddle
Waterside Canoe Hire from Ullswater Wake and Surf outfits Canadian-style open canoes for 1–8 hour sessions; this guide explains what to expect, who it suits and what to bring.
Open Canadian Canoes from Howtown: Ullswater by Paddle.
Waterside Canoe Hire in Howtown outfits spacious Canadian-style open canoes for exploring Ullswater, offering a flexible hire from one to eight hours and all essential kit supplied so groups and families can get straight onto the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spacious Canadian-style open canoes
These are open, Canadian-style canoes with a front seat, rear seat and a central bench that can take two children; each craft holds up to three adults or two adults and two small children and has a 280kg maximum capacity.
Everything supplied and ready to go
Paddles, buoyancy aids and a brief instruction are included in the hire price so you receive basic coaching and safety kit before you leave shore; buoyancy aids must be worn throughout the session.
Flexible hire from short taster to full day
Hire options range from a one-hour taster to an eight-hour outing, allowing you to tailor a half-day or full-day paddle on Ullswater with rates set per canoe.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You’ll launch from Howtown into open water in a stable, roomy canoe that seats people and even a small dog; with two paddlers you can cover quiet stretches of Ullswater at a relaxed pace, returning to shore within the timeframe you’ve booked.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hire suits — and who should take care
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Hire is charged per canoe: 1 hour £30, 2 hours £45, 4 hours £55, 8 hours £75. Sessions are sold by duration per canoe.
The operator supplies the canoe, paddles, buoyancy aids and a brief instruction before launch; buoyancy aids must be worn at all times.
Bring clothing and footwear you don’t mind getting wet, sun protection and water in warm weather, layers and a change of clothes in cold weather; a mobile phone for emergencies and waterproofs are recommended; dry bags are available to buy.
The hire operates from Howtown on Ullswater; briefing and kit issue occur at the launch prior to departure.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can ride in one canoe?
Each canoe holds up to three adults, or two adults and two small children, with a maximum craft capacity of 280kg.
What are the hire durations and prices?
Open canoe hire is priced per canoe: 1 hour £30, 2 hours £45, 4 hours £55 and 8 hours £75.
Is any equipment provided?
Yes: the canoe, paddles and buoyancy aids are included, and staff provide a brief instruction before hire.
Do children need to meet an age requirement?
Minimum age is 4 years; there must always be at least one adult on board.
Do I have to be able to swim?
Yes. For all water activities you must be able to swim.
Can I bring a dog?
Open canoes have room for people and possibly a small dog, but space and the craft’s capacity limits should be respected.