Bude Tours
Stand Up Paddle Boarding Journey Down Bude Canal
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding Journey Down Bude Canal

By Freewave Surf Academy
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About
Stand Up Paddleboarding (or SUP as it is widely know) in Bude is a fantastic and fast growing sport to hit the water in the UK. The large surfboard style paddleboard creates a stable platform for you to stand on and the extra long canoe paddle makes it easy for you to motor around in only a few minutes. Stand Up Paddleboarding is less challenging than surfing which makes it an even more accessible for your family, friends and great as a large group activity.
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Ages 10-80, max of 12 per group
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: English
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  • We will supply you with a stand up paddleboard and extendable paddle


Start:
  • The Crescent, The Crescent, Bude EX23 8LE, UK
    Please meet at the Freewave Surf Academy SUP trailer in the Crescent (Overflow) Carpark. This is located behind the Bude Tourist Information Centre.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 379884P3

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers

    • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 379884P3

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    skegbert
    Bodmin, UK6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    I bought this activity as a gift for my sister and her 11-year-old son. Both my sister and her son thoroughly enjoyed the session the instructor Glynn was very patient and explained everything very clearly. The canal is very sheltered and a great place for a SUP lesson, I'd highly recommend this experience.
    Written 18 August 2023
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    Dizzyjo
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    Aug 2023 • Family
    My sons had a fantastic SUP session with Robin who was great. Everything so so easy, We booked online, arrived and parked up, and met Robin at the car park. Equipment was provided, wet suits weren’t needed as the weather although cloudy not cold. They had fun paddling up and down the canal and thoroughly enjoyed themselves . We would definitely do this again.
    Written 31 August 2023
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    John M
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    Great experience had on the two hour paddle boarding session.
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    Written 8 July 2023
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    Thank you for your review. We try to be as flexible as possible to accommodate life's little changes :)
    Written 3 August 2023
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    Mimbee23
    Northwood, UK20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2024 • Family
    5 of us went paddleboarding along the canal, 3 beginners took a lesson and the other 2 just hired the boards and were nearby. Had a great time and James, our instructor, was really great at helping us learn. I'm so enthused that I will be buying a paddleboard.
    Only downside is the canal is a bit gross to touch at the bottom, but the sea is a short walk away and we washed off there afterwards.
    Written 4 August 2024
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    Paddleboarding along Bude Canal is a great activity when you are visiting Bude. We are pleased that you had a 'Great Experience' with us
    Written 7 August 2024
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    Annie M
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    We had such fun as a family! John was an amazing instructor with the perfect balance of learning and fun! He also had great knowledge of the area, pointing out baby bird nests and blackberries. He spent a the same amount of time coaching the members with more experience as well as the ones with less experience.
    Will definitely be going this again when we’re back in the area. Thank you!
    Written 15 August 2023
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    Andrew K
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Family
    Such a great experience for my daughter's birthday celebrations with her family and friends. A lack of experience and confidence from those taking part didn't phase the instructor who was friendly, patient and calm throughout, even allowing us extra time to get back to base over the allocated 2 hour slot. Highly recommended
    Written 18 June 2024
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    Thank you for your review. We are so pleased to have been chosen to be part of your daughter's birthday celebrations. Thank you :)
    Written 22 July 2024
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    amz123456789
    Oxford, UK3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2023 • Solo
    I had a great time stand up paddle boarding with Robin! He’s great fun and his knowledge of water sports, Bude water ways and safety is second to none. 100% recommend. Will be back with friends.
    Written 5 January 2023
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    Thank you so much for reviewing your experience with us. Reviews are so important to us. Thank you and hope to see you agin soon for some more SUP down Bude Canal :)
    Written 12 April 2023
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    Iana Kim
    United Kingdom12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Solo
    Such a cool and fun time for my first ever lesson for paddle boarding. My instructor(I forgot what his name was, I’m kinda bad at names, sorry) was really friendly and chill. It felt like I was on a lesson and at the same time on a guided tour of the Bude Canal. He taught me what I needed to learn and gave me lots of confidence to be able to do them. I kept saying I was nervous as I’ve never tried paddle boarding before, but he kept reassuring me that I would be alright and always kept giving me tips along the way.

    Highly recommended for beginners especially if you’re quite nervous like I am. They make the experience fun and not stressful.

    Thank you so much Freewave Surf Academy(and of course to my SUP instructor)😁 🤙🏼
    Written 23 June 2024
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    Thank you for your review. Aww, thank you for your kind words. James was your instructor. I will be sure to pass on your thanks :)
    Written 22 July 2024
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    madp64
    Dundee, UK6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Solo
    First time paddle boarding. It was a fantastic couple of hours on Bude canal with James. Was more like being out for a paddle with a mate rather than an instructor. He explained and demonstrated everything in simple terms and was encouraging at the same time. Was raining but this didn’t dampen spirits. Grateful for the advice James gave about boards as I will definitely be pursuing this as a hobby. 100% recommended.
    Written 31 August 2023
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    Dingles1980
    Carlisle, UK6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    I bought my nieces and nephews a paddle board lesson each for Christmas greatbidea. Was a fantastic afternoon when on holiday in Bude and we were all together. Apologies forgot his name but he was fantastic and the kids lived it! Even convinced them to try surfing. See you August 2024.
    Written 22 October 2023
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    We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your Stand Up Paddle Boarding experience with us in Bude. What a great gift idea for Christmas. Experiences will last a lifetime and we are honoured to be part of this present :)
    Written 13 November 2023
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