News & Reports

19th October 2026

Llandysul Slalom – October 2026

Results Just one Shark Paddler at this year’s event, Rick Moore, who was racing in the Veterans K1 event.

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19th October 2026

Harefield WWR – November 15th 2026

Harefield WWR is Back Sunday 15th November Sunday 15th, check in from 10am, racing starts at 11am. You can enter on line here. Entries £7 per person, you can race multiple classes (K1, C1, C2, and SUP), all boats welcome. Boats and kit available to borrow.

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19th October 2026

Symonds Yat – October 2026 results

Slalom Results A very small team of Sharks were racing at Symonds Yat on the weekend of 17th and 18th of October 2026. Symonds Yat is a superb location and can often provide some challenging water to race on.

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11th October 2026

October ’26 Shepperton Slalom Results

Division 2, 3 and Vets A busy weekend with The Sharks involved in two Wild Water Races; at the Barrow on Saturday and hosting the Lee Valley event on the Sunday. But we did have a presence at Shepperton.

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11th October 2026

Legacy II – October 2026

A Brilliant Day of Fun and Learning We hosted the second of or Legacy Wild Water Races on Sunday 4th October 2026, following on form our amazing one in March. Learning from previous event the Legacy Programme will continue to evolve with your help and input.

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10th October 2026

Support Sybille Raise Money

For the Battle Against Alzheimer’s Shark Member Sybille Marchese’s running the Oxford Half Marathon to help raise money for Alzheimer’s Research UK, please support her by donating on her Just Giving Page.

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9th October 2026

Barrow WWR – October 2026

Back to the Barrow One of our favourite River races, just outside Loughborough, just two paddlers this time, let us have a big team for Saturday November 7th 2026, for more information about how to get involved call 08951 770241 or email: canoeing@thesharsk.org.uk.

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7th October 2026

Remember September 2026

Out with a Bang A gentle start to the month, returning to our term-time schedules, Schools back, PE Lessons and After School Clubs back up and running then, a stunning competitive finish.

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6th October 2026

First Trophy of the year

QPR win the Great Harlesden Charity Canoe Race Congratulations to the team from the Queens Park Rangers Community Trust, who won the third annual Great Harlesden Charity Canoe Race.

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30th September 2026

Elmbridge Results – September 2026

4 more debutants and a lot of fun A small but enthusiastic team were at the September Elmbridge marathon and it was a great day out on the Thames, for paddlers and family.

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26th September 2026

Symonds Yat Slalom October 2026

Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th. Divisions two and three, a last chance for paddlers in those divisions to race this season. To enter click here.

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26th September 2026

Langham Farm Results – Sept ’26

Another great Langham Farm event Only five Shark Paddlers at this event, which is a great shame as it is a fantastic event, and the Spring Event, was enjoyed by over 20 Sharks! Hopefully we can have a repeat in May 2027.

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12th September 2026

The Legendary Barrow Races

Saturday 7th November The next Legendary Barrow Wild Water Race is in Saturday 7th November

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11th September 2026

Marafun Returns – Winter Series 26/27

The Cedric Avery Mini Marathons Yes, our famous Mini-Marathons return to Harefield on Sunday October 25th 2026 and then every last Sunday or the month through to March 28th 2027.

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9th September 2026

Elmbridge Marathon – September 2026

Sunday 27th Another local opportunity for Shark paddlers to race, with an early afternoon start for our paddlers, ensuring easy traveling, so put it in your diary and let’s have a great Shark day out.

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8th September 2026

Peak Challenge 2026 Report

A paddling weekend with a difference The Peak Challenge is a three day paddling fest on the Derwent at Cromford Mill, near Matlock, it combines a Wild Water Race, Slalom and Kayak X, alongside come and try it paddling and a host of other activities.

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1st September 2026

August 2026

What a month to be on the water! As the blazing heat continued, the best place to be was on the water (or in it) and The Sharks were there to provide the opportunities.

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27th August 2026

Langham Farm Autumn 2026

Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September The fantastic Langham Farm Autumn Slalom takes place on the weekend of the 19th and 20the September. It is a ranking Division 3 and Division 4 event and its is a brilliant weekend hosted by Frome Canoe Club. You can enter by clicking here.

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24th August 2026

Tonbridge Marathon Results 2026

More Medals for Shark Paddlers Four debuts in Marathon racing and two medals and stunning performances all round in a great day of racing at Tonbridge. Our thanks go to Tonbridge Canoe Club for hosting the event.

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21st August 2026

Return to Legacy – October 4th

The Legacy Project is back. Starting at 10:30am a day of fun and paddling on white water, suitable for those new to Wild Water and those more experienced.

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11th August 2026

Southall 200m Summer 2026

Our annual End of Term Schools Race Delays due to extreme heat, this year’s series has been a bit disrupted, but we still had over 70 youngsters take part, from three local different Schools.

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10th August 2026

Nene 2/3 Slalom – September 2026

This event has been cancelled Due to issues with the pumps, this event has had to be cancelled.

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10th August 2026

Cardington Slalom – Sept 2026

Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th Divisions 2, 3 and 4, so suitable for all Shark paddlers. You can enter either or both days, you can travel daily or camp on site. An opportunity for competition, and fun, bring the whole family. You can enter on line here.

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10th August 2026

Tonbridge Hasler Marathon 2026

Sunday 23rd August Details of the Tonbridge Marathon are here. It is on a lovely stretch of the Medway in Tonbridge, it is within easy reach of Thamesmead and a daily easy journey from our West London bases. It is great race for paddlers just starting out.

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9th August 2026

August Thamesmead WWR 2026 – Report

An Amazing Day of Fun alongside the Festival The Sharks joined in the Festival Sprit at Thamesmead by running an entry level Wild Water Race and extra sessions along side the Thamesmead Festival on Saturday with over 60 people getting on the water and having fun.

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9th August 2026

July 2026

Another Golden Month With temperatures soaring and Britain facing drought conditions, causing concerns for water flows in rivers and canals, affecting water supplies, wildlife and of course places we can canoe. So far we have not been affected.

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29th July 2026

The Great Harlesden Charity Canoe Race 2026

Wednesday 30th September – 11am Are you up to take on reigning Champions Murphy’s? We are looking for organisations, companies, who want to help us raise money for Charity, by having fun. It really is a great day, check out last year’s report.

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19th July 2026

Holiday fun in Thamesmead

Action Packed fun this Summer The Sharks are arranging sessions throughout the Summer holidays so you can get on the water regularly and enjoy some fun in the sun. With scorching temperatures, there is nowhere better to be than near water.

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19th July 2026

Charity Race in Thamesmead – July 2026

Move for Meals Congratulations to those who turned up for the Charity Race organised by the Abbey Wood staff at Sainsbury’s and Argos, to raise money for Move For Meals, which is part of Comic Relief. The event was hosted by The Sharks, whose staff donated their time to the cause. Donate here.

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11th July 2026

Thamesmead Race and Festival 2026

Saturday August 8th a day of activity A full day of fun on the water with The Sharks alongside the Thamesmead Festival. Starting with a ranking River Race on the Lake, suitable for all standards and any boats can be used. Followed by an afternoon of canoeing and kayaking activities organised by The Sharks.

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11th July 2026

Move For Meals

Hosting events for Charity The Sharks are supporting local people to raise money for charities, this Sunday 12th July 2026, we will be hosting a kayaking event on Southmere Lake Thamesmead to help local companies raise money for Move For Meals.

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11th July 2026

Golden Sharks

Shepperton Slalom July 2026 Ten Shark paddlers enjoyed two days of competition and winning 6 gold medals. Great performances, with so much more to come, and you could be part of it, why join us and let the fun begin?

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3rd July 2026

Investing in Our Future

Training more people to lead the Sharks forward Any organisation that has ambitions to get better and better, needs to look after its greater assets, staff. People is what make organisations great and we are investing in the future.

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2nd July 2026

Shepperton July ’26 Team

Our paddlers this weekend It is Shepperton Division 3 and Division 4 Slalom this weekend and The Shark paddlers that have entered are …

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30th June 2026

Flaming June 2026

Living up to its name A very hot month, with record temperatures and some red hot paddling from The Sharks.

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29th June 2026

Another Week, Another Race, Another Medal

Mohammed Bouhassane Mohammed was our only paddler ate Wey Marathon on Sunday, but he was flying taking gold, by 3 minutes and 35 seconds!

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29th June 2026

The Stilling Basin Slalom

A new race on the Tryweryn Daniel Lomas was in action again at the weekend, taking gold on both days in the Veterans K1 Men’s event, with two year runs on Sunday.

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23rd June 2026

Falcon Oxford Marathon Results 2026

Our First Ranking Marathon of 2026 A small team of Shark paddlers made the trip to Falcon Boat Club on the River Thames at Oxford to take part in their annual Hasler Marathon.

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23rd June 2026

Cardington Slalom June 2026

Results and Medals for Sharks Two days of slalom competition hosted by Viking Kayak Club, with different Sharks attending each day. On the Saturday there was also the very first Cardington Wavehopper Race, hosted by The Sharks.

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23rd June 2026

Cardington Wavehopper June ’26 results

The first ever cardington Wavehopper Race On Saturday 20th June The Sharks in partnership with Viking Kayak Club hosted an evening Wavehopper Race, after the slalom competition. With 32 paddlers taking part, a great success. For slalom report click here.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Marafun Returns – Winter Series 26/27

25 October 2026

The Cedric Avery Mini Marathons Yes, our famous Mini-Marathons return to Harefield on Sunday October 25th 2026 and then every last Sunday or the month through to March 28th 2027.

Race Training at Southmere

26 October 2026

Every Monday at 5pm Sessions starts at 5pm and cost £7.00 per person per person, as the programme develops we will introduce more oportunities. Please arrive (15 minutes before) so that you are ready to be on the water at 5pm, to maximise the value of the session.

Want to teach canoeing?

31 October 2026

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.

Family Fun at Thamesmead

31 October 2026

Saturdays 11am – 2pm Family Fun paddling sessions on Southmere Lake at The Sharks’ Southmere Water Sports Centre,  4 Bazalgette Way, SE2 9TX. Cost is just £7 per person, doubles and Singles available. For more information email us at: thamesmead@thesharks.org.uk or Call/Text: 07481 564945.

Harefield WWR – November 15th 2026

15 November 2026

Harefield WWR is Back Sunday 15th November Sunday 15th, check in from 10am, racing starts at 11am. You can enter on line here. Entries £7 per person, you can race multiple classes (K1, C1, C2, and SUP), all boats welcome. Boats and kit available to borrow.

Challenge 2026

31 December 2026

What Can we Achieve in 2026? Each yer we set some targets related to the Year number, so what can we don in 2026. If you have any ideas to add to this list, please get in touch by email: canoeing@thesharks.org.uk or call/text 07951 770241.

The Legendary Barrow Races

06 March 2027

Saturday 7th November The next Legendary Barrow Wild Water Race is in Saturday 7th November

Peak Challenge 2026 Report

30 August 2027

A paddling weekend with a difference The Peak Challenge is a three day paddling fest on the Derwent at Cromford Mill, near Matlock, it combines a Wild Water Race, Slalom and Kayak X, alongside come and try it paddling and a host of other activities.

First Trophy of the year

29 September 2027

QPR win the Great Harlesden Charity Canoe Race Congratulations to the team from the Queens Park Rangers Community Trust, who won the third annual Great Harlesden Charity Canoe Race.

Latest News

Llandysul Slalom – October 2026

Harefield WWR – November 15th 2026

Symonds Yat – October 2026 results

October ’26 Shepperton Slalom Results

Legacy II – October 2026

Support Sybille Raise Money

Barrow WWR – October 2026

Remember September 2026