Bishopthorpe News and Views

The local Canoe Club invites anyone who wants to try canoeing to have a go for free on Saturday June 3^rd at its base at the end of Ferry Lane, Bishopthorpe. Any individual or group can sign up for a free one-hour “lesson” with an instructor between 10:00 – 12:00 or 13:00 – 17:00.

During the day there will also be displays of different canoeing activities and paddle sports and for the more adventurous the opportunity to try a range of different kayaks and canoes under the watchful eye of the club’s team of instructors.

If you want to have a go, ring Dennis Fothergill on 01904 703973 to reserve a place, or just come down Ferry Lane to have a look on the day.  To take part in canoeing you must be aged 8 or over and be able to swim 50 meters. Equipment including buoyancy aids will be provided.

The club, the Lower Wharfe Canoe Club, is celebrating its new base and new canoe store by the River Ouse at Bishopthorpe, which has been installed with generous help from Bishopthorpe Parish Council and the local ward committee.