EXE Adventures

Briar Clough, Starcross, Devon, EX6 8QF

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Kayak, Canoe & Paddleboard Hire in Exeter and South Devon | Pub Paddles & Canal Adventures.

EXE ADVENTURES offers kayak, canoe and paddleboard hire in Exeter and guided paddles From the Exeter Quay and the Turf Lock on the Exeter Canal with transport included.

Enjoy Free pick-up from Dawlish Warren holiday Parks and nearby accommodation with our 17-seat minibus and trailer. Wider collection available for private bookings.

3-hour sessions from £30pp, with extra time available for £10pp per additional hour.

No experience needed, our lifeguard-trained instructors make it easy to get out on the water.

It’s perfect for:

· Families with children from 3+

· Beginners and first-timers

· Groups, parties and celebrations

· Schools, Scouts and youth groups

· Corporate and team building events

· Dogs are also welcome on selected sessions

What we offer:

· Guided paddles for kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding.

· Relaxed “Pub Paddle” experiences along the canal.

· Mega SUP sessions and multi-craft sessions

· All sessions include buoyancy aids, dry bags and a short introduction

Equipment Available: single and double Kayaks, family canoes, paddleboards and MEGA SUP.

We operate year-round (advanced booking is essential).

Since 2013 we’ve worked closely with the Turf Lock pub for our popular Pub Paddles and Kenton Park Estate for Paddle and Wine experiences.

We also offer private minibus transfers, shuttles and accredited Lifeguard and first aid training.

Opening Times

Open (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

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    Recent Reviews:

    • ajohn13
      Bridgend, United Kingdom
      Great for tour activity
      5 of 5 stars
      20th May 2025
      We did this activity as part of our Under 12's rugby tour. Great family activity. Very organised. Friendly, helpful staff. It was a sunny day when we went but you don't need to get wet if you don't... Read full review
    • P2771BEclairen
      Failsworth, United Kingdom
      First family paddle for our family!
      5 of 5 stars
      25th July 2025
      We had a wonderful afternoon kayaking with Exe Adventures. We were picked up (and dropped off) at Coftons. Sam was really helpful- he took us to the Exeter Canal, gave us a safety briefing and... Read full review
    • arborfieldman
      Wokingham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Every aspect excellent
      5 of 5 stars
      14th Aug 2025
      Had an excellent time on the pub paddle on an August evening on the Exeter Canal. After a short tuition we were helped into the water and allowed the freedom to choose whether to go north or south... Read full review

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