Results A glorious and sunny day brought out people to race at Thamesmead in our second Wild Water Race held on the site. This is part of our development programme for Thamesmead and with 34 starts in December, it is clearly going very well.
The First Race of the New Year Racing in 2026 commences on Saturday 10th January at the Legendary Barrow-Upon-Soar Race, organised by Soar Valley Canoe Club.
December 2025 Barrow Results The final Barrow race of the year saw severn Shark paddlers racing in a modified course to deal with the high water levels after several days of heavy rain.
We are looking for staff The Sharks are looking for people to teach and coach canoeing at all of our sites. We maybe able to help you get the relevant qualifications, whilst you work for us. Get in touch email: canoeing@thesharks.org.uk, or call: 07951 770241.
Building Opportunities During 2025, The Sharks have undertake a massive project to create something special in Thamesmead, a Water Sports Facility with a difference, and in the last few months we have been investing.
Saturday 27th December Need to get out for a while and escape the celebrations for some peace and quiet of the canal? The we have the ideal event for you: The Christmas Cedric Avery Mini-Marathon, starting at 11am.
Results from Mini-Marathon The weather was not so kind on Saturday 29th November as rain and cold winds reduced the number of participants, but we did welcome Hemel Hempstead Canoe Club back to the series