The Club
Gloucester Canoe Club has been active since at least the 1960s. Originally concentrating on white water and slalom the club had a number of bases around Gloucester. In 2013 we were invited to relocate to our current site at Hempsted Meadows, a new hub for Rowing and Canoeing in Gloucester. At the same time the decision was made to merge with another local canoe club, ADJ, which focused mainly on touring and some racing.
Who We Are
We cater mainly for 3 paddling disciplines white water, touring & marathon/racing. Thus by joining GCC you get membership of three clubs in one! Please see the information page for each section for more details. Each section now has its own Vice Chair.
Our Facilities
We now share a big boathouse with several rowing clubs, by the Gloucester/Sharpness canal, The boathouse has changing rooms, showers, toilets, a gym & a kitchen area. There is a car park and the club has a storage area for its boats and equipment.
Types of Kayaking
We cater mainly for 3 paddling disciplines white water, touring & marathon/racing. Thus by joining GCC you get membership of three clubs in one! Please see the information page for each section for more details. Each section now has it’s own Vice Chair.
Club Nights
- Introduction sessions for beginners on the canal
- Local touring trips
- Introduction to white water sessions
- Canal clean ups
- Paddle to the pub
- Marathon racing training
- Summer BBQ
Pool Sessions
The club has a pool session on the third Monday of most months. New paddlers are expected to attend to practice wet skills, capsize, safety and rescue etc. There is also the opportunity to learn to roll, continue to practice skills and catch up with your paddling buddies. Pool sessions start at 8.40pm at GL1 leisure centre, Gloucester. You are welcome to bring you own boat or use one of the ones we store there. This is open to members and non-members.
ShePaddles
Gloucester canoe club has a diverse membership, welcomes paddlers from all backgrounds and is supportive of female members. This is reflected in our membership and the number of female paddlers we have.
Where To find Us
We share our site with Gloucester Rowing Club at
Gloucester Boathouse
David Hook Way
Gloucester GL2 5LL
