Watersports

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The Tyne has plenty of water, so there are plenty of watersports opportunities. From canoeing to water skiing there are lots of way to enjoy the river.

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Canoeing

Canoeing The Tyne Catchment is one of the best canoe and kayak venues in the UK, with a mix of flat flowing water (grade 2) and more challenging sections (up to grade 4).

The River Tyne, North Tyne, South Tyne, River Allen, Devils Water and other stretches are subject to the Tyne Access Agreement between the BCU and Tyne Riparian Owners and Occupiers Association. Please contact the local access officers prior to paddling; George Thompson (North Tyne and Reed) 01434 606126, Lindsay Williams (South Tyne) 01434 381929.

Download the agreement from the documents box on the right of this page.

Tyne Access Agreement – Summary

1st November – 31st January
No restriction on canoeing as long as usual access/egress points are used.

1st February – mid-summer
Paddling in high water conditions allowed. Discretion is required when anglers are encountered. Generally, the earlier in the year, the higher up the system and higher the water levels, the less conflict.

Mid-summer – 31st August
Canoeing on spate conditions only. Usually at this time of year the water levels are too low for paddling.

1st September – 31st October
No canoeing at all allowed. (Exceptions are: Tyne Green, Hexham and within the boundaries of the Countryside park at Prudhoe, both subject to separate council agreements.

Rowing

Rowing The Tyne has a long history of rowing and there are currently a number of clubs operating along the river

Sailing and Windsurfing

Sailing There is no denying the Tyne Catchment can sometimes get a bit windy, so it is no surprise that sailing and windsurfing happens at several locations.