Welcome to the Cambridge Trip!
Cambridge - 17th & 18th - August 2024
Welcome everyone to the Cambridge Trip!
2 day / 1 night adventure
Small Female only group
Itinerary
Saturday
Our adventure starts with our first paddle, navigating the picturesque waterways leading into the heart of Cambridge, paddling through the historic backs of Cambridge.
We'll pause for a riverside picnic lunch, surrounded by nature.
Start Time: 10.30 am
Time on the water: Up to 5 hours (including breaks)
Difficulty: Beginner (Grade 1)
Lunch: Riverside packed lunch
In the evening, we'll head out for dinner at a local pub or restaurant near our accommodation.
Sunday
After a hearty breakfast, we'll set out for another exhilarating day on the water.
This time, we'll explore the scenic River Cam, paddling from the North of Cambridge.
Once again, we'll pause for a riverside picnic lunch, immersing ourselves in the beauty of our surroundings.
Start time 10.30 am
Time on the water: Up to 5 hours (including breaks)
Difficulty: Beginner (Grade 1)
Lunch: Riverside packed lunch
After our paddle we will say our goodbyes and head home.
Accommodation
We will be staying in at The Holiday Inn
15/17 Coldhams Park,
Norman Way,
Cambridge
CB1 3LH
Rooms are a twin share.
For those that are staying, breakfast is included on Sunday.
Payments
Thank you all for your deposit, the remaining balance of £105 is due by 17th of July
Please pay by PayPal OR bank transfer
By Bank Transfer
Adventure Women UK
Account number: 17288644
Sort code: 04-06-05
Please Ref your Name & CAMB24
By PayPal
Please Ref your Name & CAMB24
Included:
- 1 nights accommodation
- 1 x Breakfast
- 2 Paddle boarding trips
- Paddle boards / Bouyancy aids / Paddles / Dry bags
- Qualified and insured Paddle Sport Leader
- L3 Outdoor First Aiders
- River Licences
Not Included :
- Food & Drink (other than 1 x breakfast for those staying at Holiday Inn)
- Transportation
- Travel / Personal Insurance
- Guarantee of Sunshine
Meeting point
We will meet at 10.30 am Saturday.
Head to:
Lammas Land Car Park
Driftway
Cambridge
CB3 9PA
Kit List
For Paddling
- Trainers that will get wet
- Clothing you can move in easily (Leggings / T-shirt - No Cotton) (also may get wet)
- Fleece
- Suncream
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Lightweight waterproof jacket
- Optional Wetsuit (not provided)
- Optional - Knee pads (You will spend some time kneeling)
- Please bring with you a complete change of clothing and a towel
- Water (min 1.5ltrs)
- Lunches / Snacks
Rest of Trip
- Cash - Some places / parking machines in this area do not accept cards
- Please bring what you need for the evening/ sleep & toiletries/ personal medication.
- Earplugs / Eyemask
food
You will need food for packed lunches each day (And plenty of snacks!)
(for Sunday there will be time in the morning if you need to buy lunch before meeting at the paddle point)
Dinner for Saturday will be booked in local restaurant /Pubs. We will do our best to cater for all dietary requirements. You are welcome to do your own thing if you prefer.
safety
Guides:
Our Paddles and Hikes are led by qualified Paddle Sport Leader / Instructor and Walking leaders with Paddle UK & Mountain Training UK. All our guides are L3 Outdoor First Aiders.
Adventure Women UK is a Paddle UK delivery partner.
Weather:
We love the sun but if it is having a day off please be aware activities will still go ahead in the rain. However if conditions are unsafe, paddles are subject to change. We will do our best to find a suitable alternative.
You must be physically fit & well to take part in the activities you have signed up for. You are responsible for your own health & safety.
Ts&CS
Please note: By RSVPing yes to any event you are agreeing to the Ts&Cs of the group
Personal insurance is recommended for all of our trips. Adventure Women cannot advise on policies .
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