Plenty of races to get involved with The Sharks have targeted a number of races for us to get involved with some are on our own home territory, other involve day trips or overnight stays. Get involved, have fun and see how far you can go.
Results of the Cedric Avery Series The March event of the Harefield Mini-Marathon series was the culmination of the Winter series and the results are …
Harefield Mini Marathon Results Although a small turn out , a great race with everyone doing the 6 miles (9.5k), we need a few more paddlers to get involved and get active. Next race is on Sunday March 16th.
First Mini-Marathon of the year Not the warmest of days and following on from the Barrow Race the day before, but still we had some Shark paddlers wanting to test themselves and enjoy a good paddle.
Last Race of the year The final Shark race of the year took place on Sunday 15th December, it was the mini-marathon race at Harefield. The results were …
Mini-Marathon at Harefield The Sharks are thrilled to invite paddlers and clubs from across the region to the next Cedric Avery Mini Marathon takes place on Sunday 15th December and promises both experienced and enthusiastic beginners a challenge.
Mini-Marathon Results – Harefield Only a small number of paddlers but a start as we revive this once popular Winter Min-Marathon series, We did however have three new paddlers racing marathon – getting ready for our 2025 Hasler challenge.
The Sharks are thrilled to invite paddlers and clubs from across the region to this season’s Cedric Avery Winter Series Mini-Marathons! Set against the picturesque backdrop of Coppermill Lock, this series promises both experienced and enthusiastic beginners a blend of unique seasonal endurance, thrilling competition, and scenic adventure – open to all paddling crafts!
This event has been postponed We will provide more information, once a new date has been confirmed. The race has been postponed for safety reasons due to rising river levels.
Going from strength to Strength Our Marathon team is growing and our results are looking good, time come and join us, paddle at new locations and have a fun day out kayaking.
March Re-launch Day Race Liah Boyle and Ivijah Campbell-Bryan took advantage of a pre-launch day opportunity to do a timed 2k race at Harlesden on Easter Saturday.
The final in the Serries Just two paddlers for the final race of our Winter Marathon Serries, Malcolm Blowers from Meridian Canoe Club completed the 6.5 mile course in a time of 1 Hour, 16 minutes and 24.25 seconds.
Saturday 30th March 2024 at 10am We are going to host a free to enter canoe/kayak/SUP race on Saturday 30th March at 10am as part of the Harlesden Canalside relaunch. Distance 3.5k, with shorter distances for younger or less experienced paddlers.
Sunday March 24th – 10:30 The final race in our Winter Mini-Marathon serries takes place at Harefield on Sunday 24th March, meeting at our base at Troy Lake at 10:30am and race start at 11am.
Results of February’s Race After what was some of the heaviest rain we have had, canal levels (including the flow of the weir) were very high, but the sun came out for the race, just a shame so few paddlers.
Sunday 18th February Three distances, 1,5miles, 3.5 miles, and 6.5 miles, for more information call/text 07951 770241 or email canoeing@thesharks.org.uk. For full details click here.
Sunday 21st January 21st Due to ice on the canal and stoppage works in the other direction, we have cancelled this event.
Third Sunday of the month The Cedric Avery Winter Marathons are back at Harefield o March (24th).
Paddlers Best Times Best time for each paddler recorded in each distance or course.
Monthly Mini-Marathons The Sharks 2025 Cedric Avery Mini-Marathons Start on October 31st and are the last Saturday of each month. Full details are here, with Risk Assessment here.
Mini-Marathons are back at Harefield December 2023, saw the return of mini-marathons to Harefield with the revamp of the Cedric Avery Winter Marafun serries.
Next Race October 16th 2025 Every third Thursday during the Summer months, last race of the season is on Thursday 16th October. A very simple format including 200m, 500m and 1,000m. And did we mention; its is free to enter.
Saturday October 18th This is an event for everyone, it will be a great day with some great opportunities to paddle on something different.
4th Wednesday of the Month The Harlesden Sprint Nights kicked off in August 2025, with some 200m and 500m races, they are free to enter and will run on September 24th and October 15th (due to daylight at the end of the month).
Join our sessions at Harefield Want to try something new? or maybe returning to canoeing, then come and join us on Sunday mornings at Harefield, the home of our slalom team. Contact us: call/text on 07951 770241 or email: slalom@thesharks.org.uk.
Things we want to achieve in 2025 Each year we set ourselves a list of challenges for the new year, so this is what we have so far, if you can think of any others please do email us: canoeing@thesharks.org.uk and make your suggestions. We will update the list as we go through the year.
And Beyond Building on the work of past years, we have great plans for 2025, to grow our project at Harlesden and create a first class canoe club for a first class town.
Starts on October 4th The Legendary Barrow Wild Water Race series starts on Saturday October 4th and continues once a moth through to March 2026.
A new event with a difference A small group of Shark Paddlers tried out an event with a difference, it was more about time on the water and learning new skills, in preparation for competition, although there were some non-ranking races to help.
The Charity Race of the year The second Great Harlesden Charity Canoe Race took part on Wednesday 24th September, raising money for local charities, the Brent Food Bank and Queens Park Rangers Community Trust. Both these charities support local people.