River Stour
Boating, based on the River Stour in the Suffolk
village of Bures St Mary provide a variety of small craft services
on the river including two day guided trips by Canadian canoe along
the navigable length of the river from Sudbury in Suffolk to Cattawade
near Manningtree on the Essex coast.
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The journey
of some 25 miles meanders through some of the most beautiful
and famous Suffolk scenery including Stratford St Mary and
Dedham in Constable country.
There is
much to see on the quiet stretches of river including Heron,
Kingfisher, Coot, Swans and many varieties of Duck. The fields
along the route in most cases are not accessible to the public
and apart from the occasional fisherman, the journey along
the river by canoe is peaceful and tranquil.
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One day &
two day guided trips are available during weekends or midweek. See
the Booking page for more information.
Available for
individuals, family groups, corporate weekends, work colleagues
and clubs. A maximum of eight people per trip. Special rates for
group bookings.
CAUTION: To enjoy these trips you must be reasonably fit to paddle the distance
and to be able to lift a canoe, with assistance out of the water
to portage around the many weirs on route.
SEASON NOW
CLOSED FOR 2011
Due to our success
over the past four years, we are now looking for additional
volunteers who can offer us some of their time during a weekend.
Occasionally, we may have midweek trips that require assistance.
Tasks include:-
(a) Operating the Locks at Cornard
(0930), Dedham (1430)and Flatford (1500).
(b) Erecting the tents at RushBanks Farm on Saturday morning.
(c) Dismantling the tents at RushBanks Farm on Sunday morning.
(d) River Guides Saturdays 0845 until approx 1700.
(e) River Guides Sundays 0845 until approx 1700.
(f) DVLA Licensed Minibus Driver to transport customers to
and from pick-up points.
(g)To take care of the canoes moored at Bures Recreation Ground
while the customers have their lunch. (approx 1245 - 1400)
Tel:- 01787
375377 for further information
More Information here
Times given are for a guide only and may
vary
We can now offer Bed and Breakfast
for those not wishing
to camp overnight at Rushbanks Farm.
Our B & B page lists a selection of local establishments,
but of course you are welcome to make your own choice of accommodation.
RushBanks Farm - halfway stop
Details and directions
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