2026

 PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE ORDERED YOUR BIB! THIS INCLUDES OPEN PADDLERS AS PREM BIBS WILL BE USED FOR THE OPEN RACE

Order bib here

Those doing the volunteer lunch time session can also collect bibs on the day from event control.

If racing in the Open, you will be helping at the opposite end of the day to your race, unless allocated to Friday practice bank safety or set up/ take down. Please check the rota each day for timings/ role.

Officials/ helpers rota

Please read race brief as include timings for day and parking information, amongst other details

Race Brief

WhatsApp Channel

Once you have opened the link above click "follow", top right corner. Ensure notifications are on. 

You will find the channel under "updates" at the bottom of your WhatsApp page each time you reopen the app. It does not show up on your chats.

Parking

The enhanced fee covers the boat launch fee. Parking for competitors is at the Wyedean Canoe and Adventure Center. We will have a parking marshal and hopefully can park on the Grass at the far end. Parking is payable at the Canoe Centre by Card and is £8.00 per day, per car - charging is strictly enforced! Please do not park elsewhere as the event depends on everyone following the parking requirements To maintain the relationship with local businesses 

Timings

Sunday 15th is Mother’s Day. We have been asked to leave the site by 12.30 as the restaurants will need the parking.
So official practice for Sunday race will be on the Saturday evening from 4pm with free practice only before 9 am on Sunday.  The event should be finished by 12.00, dependant on number of entries.
If we have time there will also be Team Runs on the Saturday, after practice on the New course.

Accommodation 

If you book any of the places below, please make sure they know you are there for the Slalom to help us maintain a good relationship.

Camper Vans

There is camper van parking at The Royal Lodge, Wye Valley, Symonds Yat - Restaurant, Accommodation. 01600 890238

It’s £20.00 a night and you need to go for an evening meal. They have an outdoor toilet. Book directly in advance. 

The Royal Lodge will also be doing takeaway food and Coffee. 

Other Accommodation

Garth Cottage Symonds Yat East. 01600 890364. They have private parking for residents. 

The Saracens Head.  01600 890435. Food and accommodation. 

Shepperton Div 1 / 2 – 21/22 March   

Location & Parking The address & post code for SatNav is -  Lock Island, Ferry Lane, Shepperton, Middx, TW17 9LW  Parking next to the club is tight but there is space before coffee shop on Ferry Lane. Access to this will be clearly signed and marshalled from 7am on each morning. 

PLEASE DO NOT USE THE COFFEE SHOP CAR PARK FOR ACCESS OR PARKING AS THIS WILL RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE LOSS OF THIS PARKING CONCESSION. 

We will have parking marshals to facilitate kit & boat drop off & directing.   

Camper Vans    If you park by the lock, please don't hang clothes, pitch tents, light BBQs etc by the lock. You're welcome to do this on the island by the club. 

Course Availability  The course will be erected on Friday and available mid to late afternoon for ‘free’ practice. 

The course for Sunday will be set after the Saturday event finishes & will be available to paddle.  

Catering  The kitchen will be open, serving drinks, hot food, cakes etc.     Any profit goes back into the club.

Judges If you can help, please contact me (shane_timlin@hotmail.com) 

Indoor changing rooms. excellent catering on site including the main room with seating.

WhatApp for communication will be create in the lead into the race.

FRIDAY

Course will be constructed on Friday by 6pm

SATURDAY

Clubhouse open from 8:00

Free Practice until 10:50

First Runs 11:00

Second runs approx 13:00

A Slalom cross race will be held after the slalom race.

SUNDAY

Clubhouse open from 8:00

Free Practice until 10.50

First Runs 11:00

Second runs approx 14:00

Refreshments and hot food will be available on Saturday and Sunday. 

CAMPING

Unfortunately, there is nowhere suitable to pitch a tent by the club. Camper Vans / Vans are fine to stay on the car park overnight at own risk. If you park before 6pm on Friday, you can get a free 2 hours parking ticket. From Friday 6pm until Monday morning there is no parking charge.

For eligibility to Selection please refer to the Selection Policy 2026 Paddle UK Senior, U23 & Junior Canoe Slalom & Kayak Cross Selection Policy FINAL 5.12.25

Please note that entries will be in accordance with the UK rules. Those competing in Selection will not be given priority, so please get your entries in as soon as possible.   

On entering the Premier race, you will be asked whether or not you are eligible and wish to be considered for selection.

The race will be run in accordance with the Selection policy linked above. Please not the following in relation to Kayak Cross:

4.2. There will be a limit of up to 70 Kayak Cross entries in total. Subject to available entries, any athlete meeting the eligibility criteria in section 3.5 who wishes to enter the Kayak Cross Selection event should enter directly via canoeslalomentries.co.uk by the published entry deadline. 

4.3. For Kayak Cross only, athletes not meeting the criteria in section 3.5 wishing to enter for selection should enter directly via canoeslalomentries.co.uk, confirm eligibility and demonstrate an appropriate competency to participate. Entries are subject to availability of places and are provisional until confirmed at the absolute discretion of the IP following the passing of the published entry deadline.

In regards to start order please note:

11.3. The start order for all 2026 Canoe Slalom selection races will be 

-  reverse order of 2025 National Divisional Ranking 

- Top ten athletes from the 2025 senior team selection ranking going last in reverse order 

 The International Panel also reserves the right to adjust the selection start order. 

Saturday - Prem Race 2 and Selection Race 3 and 4 (Please be assured that those who are registered for Selection will have a guaranteed place as long as they apply on or before 13th March.  The rules regarding waiting list order will still be applied)

Sunday - Prem Race 3, Div 1 and Selection Race 5 and 6 (Please note that athletes who are registered for selection in one or more classes will not be given a practice run in any class.  Other Division 1 paddlers and Vets will be give practice runs as normal)

Please see extract from the Selection Policy 2026 to confirm registration.

Entry & Registration 4.1. There will be no separate registration process for Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross selection in 2026. All athletes meeting the eligibility criteria stated in section 3 above wishing to be considered for selection to a 2026 Great Britain Canoe Slalom and/or Kayak Cross team should ensure that they confirm their eligibility for selection as part of the bib application and selection race entry process by entering the appropriate Canoe Slalom and/or Kayak Cross race(s) before entry limits are reached. Subject to age criteria, athletes ranked in premier (in the event(s) that they are ranked in premier) on the 1st January 2026 are eligible for all age categories. Eligible athletes meeting the criteria in 3.5 and not ranked in premier on 1st January 2026 are only eligible to enter junior selection in canoe slalom and kayak cross.

For eligibility please refer to section 3 of the Selection Policy 2026 Paddle UK Senior, U23 & Junior Canoe Slalom & Kayak Cross Selection Policy FINAL 5.12.25

There is camping on site for Friday and Saturday night, please email the organiser to book a place.

Please be aware of the Sheffield Clean Air Zone and check using this link: https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/clean-air-zone-sheffield 

Saturday: We will run teams with entries taken on the day. WWR after the slalom, entries taken on the day.

Sunday: Fun C2 event with an emphasis on family entries. Prizes for first C2 crews made up of an adult and either a Junior in the front. You can enter as prem/3 or div 4. Entries will be taken on the day, please enter before 10:00am on the Sunday.

On the day entries will be accepted until 10am both days, payment can be made with cash or card. 

All welcome and equipment can be provided. 

"Please Volunteer ... help to keep your sport"

All Paddlers must register before going on the water. Please complete paperwork below. It will help if you send as attachment on email.  Or hand in when you arrive at the centre.

Paperwork Link

Event WhatsApp group

WhatsApp Link

Training Slots available on Sunday Evening at £7.50/40 minutes. Double-Ups are welcome.

Times (awaiting entry page)

Slot 1        18:30 to 19:10

Slot 2       19:10 to 19:50

Slot 3       19:50 to 20:30

Please note all times may vary as pumped facility.  

Race being run alongside the McConkey Prem/ Div 1 race and the Div 4, and will be on the daleks below the main course.

This weekend will also be the Interclubs race… more details to follow…. 

 Race being run alongside the McConkey Prem/ Div 1 race and the Div 2/3 and will be on the flatwater gates next to the main course. Further information and instructions will be provided.

PLEASE NOTE. Judges in very short supply. Volunteers will be gratefully received! However, competitors should be aware that it is probable that they may be required to complete a judging stint during the competition.

Event WhatsApp link: 

Saturday only: Premier Division race with Superfinal 1 Race Format

 Sunday Only: Division 1 race

Paddlers progressing to the Premier Division final are:

• K1M: 7 from run 1, 3 from run 2
• K1W: 6 from run 1, 2 from run 2
• C1M: 6 from run 1, 2 from run 2
• Cw1: 4 from run 1, 1 from run 2

Premier Demonstration runs will be: Saturday AM, Time 8.30am

Sunday: 

Kayak Cross head to head races following the div 1 racing. This will start approx 15.00. 

UK slalom ranking plus organisers discretion to decide seedings for head to head. 

Kayak cross will use of the start ramps.

Every entry in the Kayak Cross is guaranteed at least two head to head races. 

Kayak Cross Race briefing prior to event to confirm rules and permitted equipment, paddles, helmets and PFDs. 

Some kit will be available to borrow. 

Breadalbane Canoe Club would like to welcome you to our Division 3/4 race at our Aberfeldy Slalom Site. The site is based just outside Aberfeldy - PH152EB next to Beyond Adventure Outdoor Centre. The course is set in small inlet off the River Tay and has a very slight flow of water, it is ideal for beginners and depending on water levels, most of the course you can just about stand-up in.

Practice Limited staggered practice Friday night, Sat Am - Sun AM. 

Access to the river will need to be controlled due to the single entry and exit points, please listen to the staff on the day who will advise where you can get in and out. Please do not use the old walkway bridge at the far end of the course - this is not safe.

Parking Beyond adventure have very kindly allowed us to use their car park, stewards will guide you to a space but please be considerate as Beyond Adventure has also their own customers visiting

Toilets/Changing Beyond Adventure have very kindly let us use their brand new built toilet and changing facilities, please respect and treat it accordingly, we do ask if you could donate a £1 per person fee per day so we can contribute towards the sceptic tank empty

Catering We will have some basic Catering with hot drinks and soup both on Saturday and Sunday 

Camping There is 5 x hardstanding pitches for motorhomes/campervans on site – this is independent to the canoe club and can be booked on https://www.searchforsites.co.uk/marker.php?id=55382. Other campsites is  in Aberfeldy which is ½ mile along the road or the paddle Scotland campsite at Grandtully which is approx. 6 miles away

Camping and refreshments available all weekend. Training, Teams entry and White Water Race entry happening on Saturday and will all be covered by the single £10 charge per paddler or £5 for WWR only

 Cars are not charged to use Bradford's Clean Air Zone. Larger vehicles may be - please check prior to travelling, to inform your journey choice: https://www.bradford.gov.uk/breathe-better-bradford/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/ 

More Information at:  bradbingcc.co.uk/2026-slalom-races/

Welcome to Fairnilee div 2/3 race and delighted to host the junior pan Celtic Event too. Plan is for Pan Celtic to run on Saturday.

Hoping to have the course set by early afternoon on Friday. There will be lots of free practice available at your own risk.

There is camping in the field at the river get on. No need to book as there is lots of space. No electric hook up. Entry to the field is at your own risk.

A cafe will be operating during race hours on Saturday and Sunday.

Planning on having a social barbecue on Saturday night. Bring food to cook on the barbecue, drinks and a chair. Further info to follow.

Onsite camping and campervans - let organiser know please £ per family per night. Team event and hand paddle race Sat, "Race you rubber duck round the gates" Sunday. Kayak cross course will be up all day Sat for practice.

Saturday will be free practice with coaches available.  (Booking in is not required but will help the organiser to know how many are coming!)

Sunday will be the slalom with a team event and sprint WWR included in the slalom entry fees.

Monday will be a slalom.

 We will be having camping on site and it will be necessary to pre-book.

A link to a form will be be put here and sent with the information pack

There will be a charge for camping.  Priority will be given to helpers.

We will be having catering on site during the race.

If time allows we will have team runs

This is a short course event on flat, slowly moving water.

For the most up to date information (traffic etc) see the club website at https://www.nckc.org.uk/slalom/

There may be additional activities after the competition - watch that space.

This event is being run from the Biblins Camp site which is is a 15 minute walk or paddle from the rapids. 

There will be a block booking for a group pitch at the Camp site.  Book directly with the organisers. Motor homes, contact the organisers to make alternative arrangements. 

The Camp site is ideal for other activities. Mountain Biking , Caving, Rock Climbing and Hiking. There is No mobile signal on the Camp Site. 

The Div 4 will be run on a shorter or easier course.

We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Division 3/4 and Scottish Schools.

Saturday: Div 3/4 and Scottish Schools K1M & K1W & Team Runs.

Sunday: Div 3/4 and Scottish Schools C1 & C2.

If you are racing in Division 3 or Division 4, your entry will be automatically included in the Scottish Schools race at no extra cost. Please enter your school in the field when prompted. 

If you are in Division 2 or above, and wish to compete for your school, please enter the Schools Event. Please enter your school in the field when prompted.

C2 entries are very much encouraged! For the Scottish Schools competition on Sunday, you can have just two C2 runs: either two runs with the same partner or one with a Club partner and one with a School partner. Please enter one or two C2 boats in the usual way.

There will be team runs after individual runs on Saturday. Coaches will put the teams together.

Entries can be added on the day up to 10am.

A £1 site fee per paddler per day has been added to the entry fee for the maintenance and repair of the Alva facilities; this will be charged as a "launch fee" at checkout. 

There is space for camping/motorhomes in the field on Friday and Saturday at a charge of £5 per tent/van per night – no need to book. There are also a few EHU places, charged at an additional £5 per night – booking advisable – please just send us an email at crcats.events@gmail.com.

This Div 4 is on the lake.  A separate Div 4 will be run on the main river for those wanting to try moving water.

Indoor changing rooms. excellent catering on site including the main room with seating.

WhatApp for communication will be create in the lead into the race.

FRIDAY

Course will be constructed on Friday by 6pm

SATURDAY

Clubhouse open from 8:00

Free Practice until 10:50

First Runs 11:00

Second runs approx 13:00

A Slalom cross race will be held after the slalom race.

SUNDAY

Clubhouse open from 8:00

Free Practice until 10.50

First Runs 11:00

Second runs approx 14:00

Refreshments and hot food will be available on Saturday and Sunday. 

CAMPING

Unfortunately, there is nowhere suitable to pitch a tent by the club. Camper Vans / Vans are fine to stay on the car park overnight at own risk. If you park before 6pm on Friday, you can get a free 2 hours parking ticket. From Friday 6pm until Monday morning there is no parking charge.

 The location of the race is at the top of the venue above the Graveyard.

Parking will be available at the course

 Please check the National Whitewater Centre web site for release information to confirm the water release.

A Whatsapp group will be created to share the latest information.

Paddleups will go on a waiting list and will be made available according to the agreed guidelines in the yearbook.

Depending on the release times more entries may be granted nearer the time. 

We will be working closely with the centre to run a  safe event. 

Should time allow we will do team runs on the Saturday

Entry for championships as single Division 2 fee

Scottish Junior Champs is on Saturday

Two day training camp followed by Division 2/3 on the river

Subject to water levels, a div 4 will also be run on the river as a shortened/easier course.  (There will be a separate Div 4 on the lake for those who would like to remain on flat water)

Site post code: DL12 9TN

A camping field will be available from Wednesday 2nd Sept onsite for tents, campervans, and caravans - no booking required.

Catering will be available both days serving a range of delicious hot breakfasts and lunches as well as sweet treats and hot drinks all day. Bring your own mug for 20p off hot drinks!

There will be a WWR event after the slalom on Saturday with boats available to borrow.

Camping and refreshments available all weekend. Training, Teams entry and White Water Race entry will run on Saturday and all be covered by the single £10 charge per paddler, entry to WWR only £5

There is camping on site for Friday and Saturday night, please email the organiser to book a place.

Please be aware of the Sheffield Clean Air Zone and check using this link: https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/clean-air-zone-sheffield 

Saturday: We will run teams with entries taken on the day. WWR after the slalom, entries taken on the day.

Sunday: Fun C2 event with an emphasis on family entries. Prizes for first C2 crews made up of an adult and either a Junior in the front. You can enter as prem/3 or div 4. Entries will be taken on the day, please enter before 10:00am on the Sunday.

On the day entries will be accepted until 10am both days, payment can be made with cash or card. 

 Please check the National Whitewater Centre web site for release information to confirm the water release.

A Whatsapp group will be created to share the latest information.

Paddleups will go on a waiting list and will be made available according to the agreed guidelines in the yearbook.

Depending on the release times more entries may be granted nearer the time. 

We will be working closely with the centre to run a  safe event. 

Cars are not charged to use Bradford's Clean Air Zone. Larger vehicles may be - please check prior to travelling, to inform your journey choice: https://www.bradford.gov.uk/breathe-better-bradford/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/ 

More Information at:  bradbingcc.co.uk/2026-slalom-races/

The additional £2.50 on the standard entry fee covers the boat launch which is required by the private landowner. Parking is payable on the day at the Canoe Centre by card and is £8.00 per day.  Please do not park elsewhere as the event depends on everyone following the parking requirements.

Event information link will be published closer to the time.

Due to the cost of hiring the venue there will be enhanced fees.

Please note online entries will close on Thursday before the event.

UK Slalom Championships - more details to follow!

Prem/Div 1 Saturday 

Kayak Cross event Sunday