LECHLADE-ON-THAMES WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Summer Evenings on the Thames: Two-Hour Pay & Play Canoe, Kayak and SUP Sessions at Lechlade
Evening, discounted 2-hour rentals of canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and pedalos in Lechlade-On-Thames — this guide explains what runs when, who can take part and how to book.
Summer Evenings on the Thames: Two-Hour Pay & Play Canoe, Kayak and SUP Sessions at Lechlade.
Cotswold Canoe Hire Ltd runs Summer Evenings Pay & Play sessions in Lechlade-On-Thames, offering two-hour evening slots from 6pm to 8pm with arrivals from 5.45pm; participants can rent canoes, double and single kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and pedalos at special discounted rates available online only.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Late-afternoon launches into the evening
Sessions run from 6pm to 8pm with arrival from 5.45pm; the format is intentionally short — two-hour turns designed to make the most of summer light and lower weekday demand.
A choice of craft — canoe, kayaks, SUPs and pedalos
Rentals include three-person canoes (suitable for specified family combinations), double and single kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and pedalos, with tiered pricing that starts at £20 for pedalos.
Sunset and sundowners by the riverside
Sessions are timed to finish in the evening so groups can close out with sundowners at the riverside after their on-water time.
What the day feels like
What the two-hour evening session feels like
Arrive shortly before 6pm for a brief meet and launch; then spend two hours trying one or more craft on the river as the light softens — a compact, social format aimed at friends and families looking to make the most of summer evenings.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who should check the small print.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run in the evening with launches from 6pm to 8pm; arrival is expected from 5.45pm. These are summer evening sessions marketed as Pay & Play.
Pricing varies by craft (pedalos from £20, single kayaks and SUPs from £25, double kayaks and canoes from £35); discounted rates are available online only and advance booking is recommended to secure a place.
Each craft has minimum age and party-size rules (for example, single and double kayaks ages 14+, SUPs and pedalos ages 12+, specific canoe party arrangements); follow operator guidance when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a session?
Each Pay & Play session lasts two hours.
What time should I arrive?
Arrival is from 5.45pm for the evening sessions that run from 6pm to 8pm.
What craft can I hire and how much does it cost?
You can rent canoes, double and single kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and pedalos; prices include pedalos at £20, single kayaks and SUPs at £25, and double kayaks and canoes at £35.
Are there age limits or specific party requirements?
Yes — craft have age and party-size restrictions (for example, single and double kayaks ages 14+, SUPs and pedalos ages 12+, and specific canoe party combinations as stated).
Can I book pedalos for the same two-hour session?
Pedalos can be booked exclusively but are offered for one-hour slots, separate from the standard two-hour rentals.
How do I secure a booking?
Discounted evening rates are available online only; booking in advance is recommended to secure your place.